Lead Paediatric Occupational Therapist | Sunshine Coast

An established and highly regarded allied health organisation is launching a new paediatric occupational therapy service and is seeking an experienced Lead Paediatric Occupational Therapist to oversee its clinical direction and growth.


This is a unique opportunity for a senior clinician who is ready to step into a leadership role with genuine influence. You will play a key role in shaping the service model, clinical standards, and day-to-day operations, supported by the systems, resources, and stability of a well-established rehabilitation group.

About the Role

As Lead Paediatric Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for the development and delivery of high-quality paediatric OT services. Working closely with senior management, you will contribute to service design, clinical governance, and team leadership while maintaining a hands-on clinical caseload.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing evidence-based occupational therapy services to children and families
• Establishing clinical frameworks, workflows, and service standards
• Contributing to service development, quality improvement, and growth initiatives
• Supporting recruitment, mentoring, and professional development of clinicians
• Engaging with families, referrers, and community stakeholders
• Upholding best practice, compliance, and ethical standards

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist
• Extensive experience working in paediatric occupational therapy
• Leadership experience or a strong desire to step into a senior role
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A collaborative, proactive, and solutions-focused approach
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Current driver's licence

What's On Offer

• Competitive remuneration package aligned with experience
• High level of autonomy within a supportive, established organisation
• Opportunity to influence and shape a new paediatric service
• Company vehicle, laptop, and tablet
• Ongoing professional development and leadership support

If you are an experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist looking to step into a Lead role then Apply Today!

Contact:
Liam.o@uniterecruitment.com.au
0422 695 002