Description:
SA HealthJob reference: 909116
Location: - VARIOUS -
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
- Central Adelaide Local Health Network
- Kangkanthi, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woodville South, Adelaide
- Salary AHP-3 $104,180 - $111,746 p.a. (pro rata) + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
- Temporary up to 12 months and part-time working 18.75 hours per week
About the Role
As a Driver Trained Senior Occupational Therapist, you will work closely with the Driver Assessment Medical team, the Department of Transport and driving instructors to help provide patients with the best possible outcome in the return-to-drive process. This may include assessment, review of vehicle modifications, interventions for physical, visual, cognitive and psychological fitness in relation to driving.
In this rewarding role, you’ll provide also provide consultancy and clinical supervision, while guiding and mentoring junior staff and students. You will be responsible for the planning, co-ordination, management, provision and review of Occupational Therapy driver assessment and rehabilitation services. Opportunities include being a lead in research and service development, holding a clinical portfolio, and representing Occupational Therapy on relevant committees and projects. If you're passionate about driving and rehabilitation and making a meaningful impact in people’s lives, this is your opportunity to join a highly respected and collaborative team within South Australia’s leading health network.
About You
You are a motivated and experienced Occupational Therapist with a passion for driving rehabilitation and a commitment to excellence in patient care. You thrive in a dynamic, multidisciplinary setting and are ready to take on a senior role that offers both clinical leadership and the opportunity to make a lasting impact.
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You hold recognised qualifications and registration as an Occupational Therapist, with post-graduate study in driver assessment and rehabilitation.
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You bring strong clinical leadership and communication skills , with experience supporting multidisciplinary teamwork and mentoring others.
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You have proven expertise in rehabilitation, patient-centred care, and delivering high-quality, data-informed services in fast-paced environments.
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You are highly organised, adaptable and solutions-focused , with a commitment to reflective practice, service improvement and ongoing professional development.
About CALHN
At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.
With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.
Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.
Find out more about our stories , our network , and the opportunities to be part of CALHN .
Benefit of Joining CALHN
At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:
- Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
- Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
- Flexible Work Arrangements: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
- Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families.
- Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.
- Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.
Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.
Application Information:
- Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
- Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
- SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parti es will not be accepted for this position.
Job ref: 909116
Enquiries to:
Kirsty Jewell Position: Senior Manager CALHN OTPhone: 0481 910 130
E-mail: kirsty.jewell2@sa.gov.au
Application Closing Date
11:55 pm Friday 1 August 2025
Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information
909116 RD Senior Occupational Therapist - Driving.pdf
Australian applicant guidelines
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.