CCHLD - Senior Physiotherapist Level 3 - ICU and Respiratory

Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time - Contract End Date - 05 July 2026
Position Classification:Physiotherapist Level 3
Remuneration: $2154.06 - $2223.86 per week
Hours Per Week:38
Location: Gosford Hospital
Requisition ID:REQ598608
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Are you an experienced Physiotherapist ready to take on a leadership role where your expertise truly makes a difference? Join Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) as a Level 3 Physiotherapist leading acute care services within the ICU and respiratory units at Gosford Hospital. This is your chance to influence patient outcomes directly, drive innovation in clinical practice, and inspire a motivated team in a supportive and evolving healthcare environment. If you're passionate about shaping high-quality physiotherapy services and fostering professional growth, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Level 3 Physiotherapist at Gosford Hospital, you will lead the delivery of acute physiotherapy services across ICU and respiratory units. You will oversee a multidisciplinary team that includes new graduates, junior physiotherapists, and physiotherapy assistants, fostering a positive and collaborative working environment. Your role will involve managing complex clinical caseloads, driving best practice standards, and contributing to service development and continuous improvement initiatives. With the opportunity to influence both patient care and staff development, you will play a key part in shaping the future of physiotherapy services within Central Coast Local Health District.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description

About You

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, fostering a positive and supportive work environment.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and service improvement.
• Proven experience in acute physiotherapy, preferably within ICU, respiratory, cardiology, oncology and haematology settings .
• Demonstrated leadership skills, with experience supervising and mentoring junior staff and assistants.
• Registered Physiotherapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance:Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits:Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing:Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth:Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

Need More Information?
For role-related queries, please contact

Rebecca Ormerod
Email: rebecca.ormerod@health.nsw.gov.au

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You're also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.

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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive (PD2024_015). This includes:

Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy. NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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