REPRESENTING THE PROFESSION THAT IMPACTS INDIVIDUAL LIVES AND COMMUNITIES
With
Michelle Oliver,
Chief Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Australia
PEOPLE IN HEALTH CARE SEGMENT
Filmed in Adelaide | November 2025
Michelle Oliver is a highly experienced Occupational Therapist with nearly two decades of leadership and clinical expertise across the mental health, homelessness, and disability sectors. She holds a Master of Occupational Therapy from the University of South Australia and is a registered practitioner with AHPRA.
As the Chief Occupational Therapist at Occupational Therapy Australia (OTA), she leads national strategies to advance clinical excellence, drive workforce development, and champion sector-wide advocacy. Her leadership is crucial in shaping OTA’s influence within the health and disability systems.
Prior to her current role, Michelle served as the Principal Occupational Therapist at the Northern Adelaide Local Health Network, gaining a deep understanding of complex care environments. She is a recipient of a SA Health award for her commitment to consumer, carer, and community participation, and is a public advocate for evidence-based practice and high-quality care.
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