Senior Outpatient Physiotherapist

This position qualifies for a Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (pro-rata part-time/temporary positions less than 18 months), and a reoccurring Annual Retention Bonus valued up to $10,000 (pro-rata part time), under the NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (until 10 November 2025 Maternity Relief)
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 3
Remuneration: $112396 - $116038 + Super
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ549829
Location: Broken Hill Hospital

What you'll be doing

The position is responsible for providing advanced Physiotherapy assessment and treatment services to patients within the varied caseloads at the Broken Hill Hospital and Health Service and outreach locations. Outreach services may require intervention that isn't primary skill set of the individual. It is expected the successful applicant would have experience in all/majority of the areas above or the willingness to undertake further professional development in areas requiring upskilling.

• Provide evidence-based practice to the specific case load and their family members as appropriate.
• Utilise advanced practice skills to assess and implement interventions in complex cases.
• Work as a member of the multidisciplinary team, attending relevant case conferences, family meetings and team meetings.
• Represent the department in relevant hospital, Area, State or Professional meetings.
• Assist in clinical orientation and supervision of Level 1-2 Therapists, Allied Health Assistants, Students and SBATs.
• Present to colleagues on a regular basis i.e. article reviews, current research, conference presentations, etc.
• Participate in clinical supervision with a relevant supervisor/mentor.

What is on offer

• 5 weeks paid annual leave (pro-rata)
• 12 paid ADO's a year
• Salary packaging (pay less tax) and enjoy up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k for meals and entertainment
• Isolation & climate allowance
• Fitness Passport
• Support through advanced education & training
• A comfortable and affordable country lifestyle that supports balance & wellbeing

About Broken Hill

A true "Oasis in the Outback", Broken Hill is a thriving regional town in far west NSW full of diversity, history and character. Being Australia's first city to be Nationally Heritage Listed, Broken Hill is a culturally rich town with a vibrant art scene with over 20 galleries (more than pubs) The unique attractions, festivals and beautiful natural landscapes see tourists flock from all over, but the ones who stay quickly fall in love with the place and its livability.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible by selecting APPLY NOW below:

• Degree in Physiotherapy with registration via APRHA and ability to be registered via appropriate professional organisation.
• Demonstrated advanced Physiotherapy knowledge and skills in the Adult and/or Paediatric caseload areas which may include but not limited to Inpatient Acute Wards, Sub Acute Rehabilitation, Outpatients and Outreach Services.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise high workload demands and work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to provide staff and student supervision, clinical and service consultation.

Need more information?
For role related queries or questions contact Brianna Turley on Brianna.Turley@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 19 February 2025