Excel Occupational Therapy Jobs in Springfield, IL

About the role

Mater Hospital Springfield is seeking experienced and motivated Occupational Therapists to join us on a casual basis (HP3).  As Mater's first new public hospital in over 60 years, this state-of-the-art facility will meet the needs of the growing Greater Springfield region.

The Occupational Therapy team supports public and private patients across the co-located Mater Hospital Springfield and Mater Private Hospital Springfield, delivering care across diverse specialty areas including medical, surgical, rehabilitation, ICU, and emergency.

Salary range:  $47.69 - $60.35 per hour plus 25% casual loading plus superannuation andaccess to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900+access to many staff benefits!

What you'll be doing

As an Occupational Therapist, you will provide patient-centred, evidence-based clinical care to patients across Mater Hospital Springfield.  These roles will predominantly support patients across medical, surgical, and ICU. 

Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

Key responsibilities include:

• Deliver occupational therapy assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for patients across a range of clinical specialties
• Managing an appropriate caseload using strong time management and prioritisation skills
• Provide safe, evidence-based care in line with professional, departmental, and organisational standards
• Contribute to multidisciplinary team discussions and support patient-centred care planning
• Participate in quality and service improvement initiatives, translating evidence into practice
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to service evaluation and reporting
• Engage in ongoing professional development and foster a culture of learning, collaboration and clinical excellence

About you

To excel in this role, you must have at least 1 year of experience working in an acute hospital environment.

You will also bring:

• A Bachelor or Master of Occupational Therapy degree
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Clinical proficiency in a range of specialties across a hospital service
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, patients, and carers
• Commitment to Mater's mission, vision, and values, acting with compassion, integrity, and respect for human dignity
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and support patient care planning
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Why join us?

Mater is Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We're leaders in healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research - and it's our people who make the difference.

We're looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you'll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafes and coffee spots
• Join Queensland's Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER

Applications close Sunday, 16th August 2026 -please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW. Direct applications only - we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete preemployment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).

Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage. 

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