Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist, Rockhampton

Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist. Clinical Lead. Full-time Bee Kids Paediatric Services Rockhampton and Capricorn Coast QLD Physiotherapy, OT and Rehabilitation (Healthcare and Medical) Full time 110,000 to 130,000 per year Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist / Clinical Lead Minimum 3 years’ experience Above award wages | Leadership focus | Flexible work Option to interview in person or via Zoom if relocating Join our friendly, multidisciplinary team at Bee Kids, a private paediatric therapy clinic operating from our purpose-designed, child-focused space. We are passionate about helping children thrive and are seeking an experienced Senior Occupational Therapist with an interest in clinical leadership to join our growing team. This role offers a clear clinical lead position for the right clinician, with opportunities to shape clinical direction, mentor staff, and contribute to service developmenttowhile maintaining a healthy worktolife balance. What We Offer Above award wages, negotiated based on experience, leadership responsibilities, and caseload Clinical Lead incentives and higher pay package for leadership responsibilities Paid lunch breaks every day Remote work option for report writing AHPRA registration support Full administrative support to reduce non-clinical workload Allied Health Assistant (AHA) to support therapy programs and complex clients Relocation-friendly to Zoom or in-person interviews; relocation bonus negotiable A positive team culture with regular perks to snacks, drinks, coffee runs, and team lunches A small team of professionals who are so excited to have you on board! About the Role As a Senior Paediatric OT / Clinical Lead, you will combine advanced clinical practice with leadership responsibilities. You will support clinical quality, mentor junior clinicians and therapy assistants, and contribute to the ongoing development of Bee Kids’ therapy services. Your responsibilities will include: Delivering high-quality paediatric OT assessments and interventions Developing and overseeing therapy programs delivered by AHAs and junior staff Providing clinical guidance, mentoring, and supervision Supporting onboarding and skill development of new team members Contributing to clinical policies, resources, and best-practice frameworks Managing a varied caseload aligned with your clinical interests Writing high-quality reports and maintaining ethical, evidence-based practice Collaborating with families, educators, and multidisciplinary professionals Caseloads can be tailored to your strengths and interests, including early intervention, sensory integration, emotional regulation, assistive technology, or school-based therapy. Service delivery may include clinic, school or home, based on preferences and client needs. About You Degree in Occupational Therapy Minimum 3 years’ post-graduate OT experience (paediatrics preferred but not necessary for the right candidate) Current AHPRA registration Working With Children Check (QLD Blue Card) Strong clinical reasoning, leadership, and mentoring skills Interest in contributing to service development and clinical excellence Passion for paediatric, family-centred practice