Occupational Therapist - Rural & Remote Queensland

Looking for something new? Come out west to Australia and build a career and lifestyle you can be proud of. Join our Roma QLD or Kingaroy QLD teams and step into an Occupational Therapy role where you feel valued, supported and able to make a real difference.

The opportunity:  

No two days are the same! As a Vital Health Occupational Therapist, you’ll: 

Deliver personalised interventions to a diverse caseload -  Paediatrics, adult equipment prescription, home modifications, vocational rehabilitation, disability, neurological rehab, and aged care. 

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team – of other Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Dietitians, and Exercise Physiologists and Allied Health Assistants

Engage in case conferences - for complex NDIS clients, ensuring comprehensive and client-focused care. 

Lead professional development - and mentorship for early careers Occupational Therapists 

Contribute to rural healthcare innovation - by engaging in community education, industry events, and social media leadership. 

Why join our team?  

This isn’t just another job, it’s a lifestyle opportunity that offers: 

Competitive base salary + performance bonuses that reward clinical excellence. 

Diverse caseloads and regular professional development to help you level up your career. 

We understand the NDIS – we have a dedicated NDIS admin support team, as well as thorough templates and further supports so you can focus on what you do best! 

Flexible work arrangements and no more commuting – we have work-life balance is built-in! 

A welcoming rural community and friendly team - think local festivals, weekend adventures and team catch ups. 

Relocation support & package benefits: we’re happy to chat about long weekends, regular flights back home and extra perks to make your move easier 

Who should apply?  

This role would be perfect for you if you:  

You have 2+ years of clinical experience 

Want a break from city life to experience a new culture, meet incredible people, and explore beautiful places. 

Are confident in clinical decision-making and problem-solving for complex cases and are looking for a leadership role. 

Have an adventurous spirit, day trips to outreach towns and overnight trips to remote locations sound exciting to you! 

Thrive in a multidisciplinary team and love a diverse, rewarding caseload. 

Are passionate about making a real difference in rural, remote, and Indigenous communities. 

Join Vital Health’s Mission: 

Vital Health is a team of multi-disciplinary Allied Health Professionals who’ve been improving access to healthcare in rural, remote, and Indigenous communities for over 30 years. We cover a vast 3000km across QLD & NSW, and our mission is simple: deliver exceptional therapy services to people who need it most, no matter where they live. 

Please note, applications are viewed and processed once received. Early applicants are encouraged to apply.   

Find out more:  

Find us on Instagram with our tag - @VitalHealthteam 

Check out our website - https://vitalhealthqld.com.au/ 

Reach out to us via email using careers@vitalhealthqld.com.au