Physiotherapist Graduate

About the role

The Mater Department of Physiotherapy is seeking motivated and team-oriented New Graduate Physiotherapists to join their dynamic team. These are full-time, 2-year fixed-term contracts starting in early January 2026.

You will join a team of over 100 professionals serving five Mater South Brisbane Hospitals, including Mater Hospital Brisbane, Mater Mothers' Hospital, Mater Mothers' Private Brisbane, Mater Children's Private Brisbane, and Mater Private Rehabilitation. The team also provides outpatient services within the Allied Health Clinic (public outpatients) and the Health & Wellness Clinic (private outpatients). Many team members participate in research, clinical education, simulation, project work, and improvement activities.

This role requires participation in a three-month rotation at Roma Hospital in the South West Hospital and Health district, and a three-month rotation at Mater Springfield. The successful candidate must be willing to work weekend and on-call rosters as needed. Flexibility across Springfield, Roma, and Mater Brisbane is essential for the graduate program.

Salary: HP3.0, $39.86 per hour plus 12% superannuation.

What you'll be doing

The successful applicant will manage a clinical caseload, contribute to quality improvement initiatives, and provide physiotherapy care across various clinical areas, including inpatient and outpatient settings in both public and private sectors.

About you

• Graduate-level knowledge, expertise, and skills relevant to Mater Health services
• Commitment to quality improvement, evidence-based practice, and professional development
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and time management skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Personal attributes aligned with our organisational and department values

Eligibility requirements

• A recognized degree in Physiotherapy
• Completion of your first university undergraduate or graduate-entry course between January 2025 and January 2026
• Current registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia (AHPRA)
• Eligibility to receive a Medicare provider number
• A class C motor vehicle license; proof must be provided before commencement

For more information, please view the PD here.

Please include a 1-page cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role. Response to selection criteria is not required.

Why join Mater and the graduate program

Our graduate program offers practical skill development, including:

• Participation in a formal orientation
• Support through our New Graduate framework
• Engagement in Continuing Professional Development
• Setting and achieving personal learning goals
• Experience across multiple facilities and specialty areas

Additional benefits include clinical experience supported by learning modules, in-services, and a collaborative team environment. Mater is Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, caring for nearly 700,000 patients annually across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals.

We seek passionate individuals to help shape the future of healthcare. Join us to be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with salary packaging options
• Grow your career with industry-leading training
• Access wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and pastoral care
• Enjoy discounts on private health insurance, dining, retail, travel, and accommodation
• Stay active with discounted gym memberships via the Fitness Passport
• Benefit from on-site parking and food discounts at campus cafes
• Utilize health, end-of-trip, and wellness facilities at our Newstead location

Ready to advance your physiotherapy career? Submit your application before 22nd September 2025.

Mater Group values diversity and inclusion. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer welcoming applications from all backgrounds and abilities. For more on Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our website.