Senior Rehabilitation Consultant - Occupational Therapist

A leading national occupational rehabilitation provider is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to step into a Senior Rehabilitation Consultant role in Mackay, Queensland. This full-time leadership opportunity is based at 164 Shakespeare St and operates within a private healthcare framework. The position features a highly flexible hybrid work model, allowing the successful candidate to manage their own schedule and balance professional responsibilities with personal commitments. Designed for an Allied Health professional who thrives on autonomy and clinical variety, this role focuses on delivering tailored physical and psychological supports to help clients in the Mackay region return to health and sustainable employment.

The senior consultant will be responsible for overseeing complex case management and conducting a wide array of specialist clinical assessments, including Functional Capacity Evaluations, worksite assessments, and Activities of Daily Living (ADL) evaluations. Beyond direct clinical work, this leadership role involves partnering with employers to develop injury prevention and workplace education programs. The consultant will apply advanced clinical reasoning to identify and address psychosocial barriers to recovery, ensuring all stakeholders—including insurers, medical practitioners, and employers—are aligned on rehabilitation goals. To ensure the senior consultant can focus on high-level clinical outcomes and the development of junior staff, the organization provides dedicated Rehabilitation Assistants to manage administrative tasks.

Remuneration for this position is highly competitive and includes innovative incentive and bonus schemes. The workplace culture is built on a foundation of professional recognition and social connection, offering an extensive health and wellness program that includes unique monthly team activities such as drag trivia, bake-offs, and comedy shows. As a senior member of the team, the successful applicant will benefit from tailored career development pathways and a robust internal promotion philosophy. The organization is part of a global network that provides the resources of a large corporate entity while maintaining a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative local team environment in Far North Queensland.

To be successful in this role, candidates must possess tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy and hold full professional registration with AHPRA. The position requires a clinician with demonstrated experience in occupational rehabilitation and the ability to perform independently while contributing to the professional growth of others. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are essential for liaising with diverse stakeholders and producing comprehensive clinical reports. This position is available for an immediate commencement in May 2026, offering a purposeful career move for a dedicated professional looking to make a meaningful impact in the Mackay community.

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