Occupational Therapist - Relocate to Australia

Occupational Therapist Opportunities in Australia - Relocate from South Africa with Better Rehab!

About us:
At Better Rehab, we began with a simple idea: better quality Allied Health services for people living with a disability. This proved to be exactly what the community needed, as Better Rehab has grown into a leading National Allied Health provider. We are looking for a passionate Occupational Therapist to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to strengthen and develop your clinical expertise by providing both assessments and therapeutic interventions to a variety of people between the ages of 6 and 65 years.

Job Description

Why Make the Move to Australia?

• Occupational Therapy

  qualifications

  are recognised in Australia
• Excellent earning potential and strong job security
• Work within a highly regulated and progressive healthcare industry
• Potential pathway to permanent residency for those looking to settle long-term
• Enjoy an incredible lifestyle, outdoor living, and year-round sunshine

Why Better Rehab?

We're clinician-led from the ground up. Our leaders have been where you are and understand the realities of delivering high-quality care. That's why we've built a workplace centred on trust, autonomy, growth, and support.

At Better Rehab, you'll be joining a community created by clinicians, for clinicians.

Our Values

• We Get sh*t Done
• We Are People People
• Love What You Do
• We Genuinely Care
• We Value Ourselves and Each Other

What You'll Love About the Role

• Diverse & Rewarding Caseloads
• No two days are the same. You'll work with a varied caseload that challenges and develops your clinical skills while creating meaningful outcomes for your clients.
• Collaborative Multidisciplinary Team
• Work alongside Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Behaviour Support Practitioners, Exercise Physiologists and Allied Health Assistants in a supportive team environment.
• A Great Culture
• Enjoy regular team lunches, social events, wellness initiatives, office perks and opportunities to connect with colleagues both locally and nationally
• Dedicated Support for Your Career Growth

Sponsorship & Relocation Support

Making an international move is a big decision, and we're here to support you every step of the way.

The Assistance We'll Provide During Your Sponsorship Process

• Visa Support: We'll guide you through the 482 visa application and professional registration process, helping to make the transition as smooth and straightforward as possible.
• Connection & Community: Before you make the move, we'll connect you with our network of international clinicians so you can gain firsthand insights into the relocation journey and Better Rehab's culture.
• Relocation Assistance: We'll explore and discuss any relocation support requirements on a case-by-case basis to help you settle into life in Australia.

Qualifications

What we are Looking For: 

• You have relevant tertiary

  qualifications

  in Occupational Therapy 
• Clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist 
• You have a valid drivers’ licence 
• You can provide evidence of: 
• AHPRA registration 
• Police Check 
• Working with Children Check 

Additional Information

How do you apply?

To make a bigger difference to people’s lives and your career, click ‘Apply Now’ below. You can also email View email address on jobs.smartrecruiters.com 

Commitment to Diversity: 

At Better Rehab, we embrace diversity, inclusivity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and abilities including neurodiverse individuals.

If you think you’d be great in this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply, we’d love to hear from you. 

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