Senior Physiotherapist

Physiotherapy, OT & Rehabilitation (Healthcare & Medical)
Government - State (Government & Defence)

Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community? Are you looking for an organisation that listens to what you have to say, supports flexible working arrangements, health and wellbeing and is focused on engagement and culture? Then look no further.

This recruitment process is for a Fixed Term Full-Time appointment with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.

NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.

NMHS upholds the social model of disability. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Tracy Hebden-Todd by phone or email .

About this role

This role aligns with the NMHS strategic direction in planning, implementing, and leading the specialised physiotherapy services to the WA state-wide Breast Cancer Service. Has operational reporting responsibility to Coordinator Physiotherapist (Outpatients) and day-to-day clinical supervision of Physiotherapists and Senior Physiotherapists within the breast clinic.

This role reports to the Deputy Head of Department, Physiotherapy.

What we are looking for

Highly capable and values-driven Senior Physiotherapist to join our dynamic Breast Cancer Services team at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital. You will be a driven and innovative individual whose actions, interactions and partnerships achieve high quality patient care. You will have the opportunity to embody the NMHS Values and make a real difference by providing safe quality care through expertise and teamwork.

While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.

What we offer

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:

• 11% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here .
• Generous salary packaging
• Diverse and inclusive culture
• Discounted public transport
• A smoke free environment
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Paid study leave
• Flexible working arrangements
• Continuous learning
• Professional and location-based allowances

NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate.

Want to know more about this role?

We encourage you to contact Tracy Hebden-Todd, Head of Physiotherapy on

Ready to join our team?

Applicants are required to apply online so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on for immediate assistance during business hours.

Your application should include:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 7 pages (as outlined in the attached JDF)
• A comprehensive CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role.
• The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to be your current supervisor or manager.

Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed term or casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on Thursday 27th June 2024 will not be accepted.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Postgraduate Medical Council of Western Australia

Department of Health

WA Health is now governed by the Health Services Act 2016 (external site).

The new legislation represents a significant reform in health, and is designed to modernise the way our health services are structured, governed and delivered; to promote better health, better care and better value to all Western Australians.

The legislation established the Department of Health as 'System Manager' for WA Health, providing stewardship, guidance and support to our health services using a collection of binding Policy Frameworks (external site) in 18 key areas of health service delivery, to ensure they provide consistent, efficient and effective services into the future.

The Department of Health reports to the Minister for Health, the Hon John Day MLA (external site) and Minister for Mental Health, the Hon Andrea Mitchell MLA (external site).

Structure

The Department of Health is led by Director General Dr D.J. Russell-Weisz, and supported by a deputy and five assistant-Directors General, working in key areas of health, including:

public health

clinical services and research

purchasing and system performance

system policy and planning

governance and system support.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

Department of Health

Mental Health

Child and Adolescent Health Service

WA Country Health Service

Health Support Services

Health Service Boards

Policy Frameworks

Postgraduate Medical Council of Western Australia

Department of Health

WA Health is now governed by the Health Services Act 2016 (external site).

The new legislation represents a significant reform in health, and is designed to modernise the way our health services are structured, governed and delivered; to promote better health, better care and better value to all Western Australians.

The legislation established the Department of Health as 'System Manager' for WA Health, providing stewardship, guidance and support to our health services using a collection of binding Policy Frameworks (external site) in 18 key areas of health service delivery, to ensure they provide consistent, efficient and effective services into the future.

The Department of Health reports to the Minister for Health, the Hon John Day MLA (external site) and Minister for Mental Health, the Hon Andrea Mitchell MLA (external site).

Structure

The Department of Health is led by Director General Dr D.J. Russell-Weisz, and supported by a deputy and five assistant-Directors General, working in key areas of health, including:

public health

clinical services and research

purchasing and system performance

system policy and planning

governance and system support.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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