Locum Occupational Therapist

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia on site Until 9/27/2026 First posted July 29, 2026 Last posted July 29, 2026
Job description

LOCUM OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Darwin & Remote Northern Territory | 4–6 Month Contract

We are currently seeking an experienced Locum Occupational Therapist to join a well-established allied health service based in Darwin, delivering services across Darwin and remote Northern Territory communities.

This role offers a unique mix of clinic-based work and outreach, supported by a highly structured team and excellent logistical support.

📍 Location

  • Primary base: Darwin, NT
  • Outreach: Day trips to remote communities, with occasional overnight stays

🏠 Accommodation & Transport

  • Fully furnished, self-contained apartment provided
  • Located approx. 15-minute walk from the clinic or <$10 Uber
  • Coles complex 100m from accommodation
  • Work vehicle provided for all outreach, school, community and home visits

👥 Caseload

  • Work across the lifespan: children, adolescents and adults
  • Settings include:
    • Clinic
    • Schools & childcare
    • Aged care
    • Home visits
  • Support from Allied Health Assistants

🧑‍💼 Support

  • Full admin and finance support
  • No invoicing or appointment bookings required
  • Focus purely on clinical work

📆 Contract Details

  • Locum position
  • Start: ASAP
  • Minimum 4 months, preference for 6 months

✅ Requirements

  • Qualified Occupational Therapist
  • AHPRA registration
  • Comfortable working across the lifespan
  • Willingness to travel within NT and participate in outreach work

For more information please reach out to Camille - [email protected]

About this role

Summary

Provide occupational therapy services across Darwin and remote NT communities.

Job title

Locum Occupational Therapist

Experience level

qualified

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Darwin, remote NT; remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

AHPRA registrationwillingness to traveltherapy

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

occupational therapyoutreachcliniclifespan
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Darwin NT, Australia

On-site City