Senior Exercise Physiologist

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Salary: HSO Level P2 $122,597 - $130,265 per annum pro rata

Location: Perth Childrens Hospital

Unit/Division: Child and Adolescent Health Service - Child and Adolescent Health Service

Contribute tomeaningful, long-term changes in children’s health outcomesand family well-being.

VCID No. CRVCID 699206

This is a recruitment pool for FixedTerm Part Time appointments with the possibility ofextension(s)

We currently have a fixed term(12 months) part time (0.4 FTE) position available with days ofwork on Wednesday and Thursday.

About the role:

The Healthy Weight Service based at Perth Children’sHospital is seeking a Senior ExercisePhysiologist to join our dedicated multidisciplinary teamand contribute to the delivery of high-quality, evidence-basedcare. This is a unique opportunity to work within an established,innovative service that transforms health trajectories for childrenwith severe, complicated obesity and related conditions. You willalso be part of the broader PCH Allied Health Physiotherapydepartment.

As the Senior Exercise Physiologist, you will work as part ofthe multi-disciplinary team to plan, implement, coordinate andevaluate physical activity participation for children andadolescents with obesity and related conditions.

Working as part of our multi-disciplinary team, you will empowerfamilies to overcome barriers to positive lifestyle changes, fosterresilience and support the creation of a supportive homeenvironment to enable sustainable, lifelong health improvements.This includes addressing the impact of the child’s conditionon their developmental milestones, functional independence, andparticipation in physical activity as they navigate theirunderstanding and acceptance of their bodies.

Key responsibilities include:

- Applying advanced clinical practice skills to plan,implement and evaluate Exercise Physiology (EP) services forchildren and adolescents in the Healthy Weight Service.
- Provide specialist assessment, intervention and evaluationfor both complex and general caseloads within amultidisciplinary team.
- Supervise and support the development of junior ExercisePhysiologists and students.
- Coordinate with families and community-based providers toensure continuity and consistency of care.
- Contribute to clinical research and servicedevelopment.
- Design and deliver educational resources for healthprofessionals, students, children, and families.

We welcome applications from senior clinicians with expertise insupporting children living with obesity and their families. Strongleadership and communication skills, with the ability to coordinateacross teams will be highly valued.

To be considered for this role, you must hold a tertiaryqualification in Exercise Science and be an Accredited ExercisePhysiologist with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA).

About OurService

The Healthy Weight Service (HWS) is aspecialist multidisciplinary team providing statewidetertiary-level care for children and young people aged 0–18years with severe, complicated obesity and related health andpsychosocial challenges. These may include chronic disease, cardiacand respiratory issues, neurodiversity, mental health concerns,trauma, and social difficulties.

Our experienced team delivers evidence-based, personalisedsupport to address the physical, emotional, and social aspects ofobesity. We offer holistic care that includes medical, dietetic,physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology and mental health services,tailored to each family’s unique needs through comprehensiveassessment, education, and treatment.

We aim to foster sustainable lifestyle changes, preventcomplications like diabetes, and mitigate intergenerational healthimpacts. By addressing both medical and psychosocial factors, westrive to enhance the well-being of children and their families,empowering them to achieve lasting health and improved quality oflife.

How toapply

We welcome your application via the ‘Apply for Job’button at the bottom of this page. Your application should containthe following:

- A statement addressing selection criteria as per the JobDescription Form in 2 – 3 pages maximum.
- A copy of your current CV outlining your most recent andrelevant work experience.
- Evidence of a Tertiary qualification in Exercise Scienceand accreditation with Exercise Physiologist with Exercise andSports Science Australia (ESSA).
- The name, email and contact details oftworeferees who can be contacted to provide aconfidential report (we will contact you and seek yourconfirmation prior to contacting your listed referees).

Selection Criteria: see below

- Tertiary qualification in Exercise Science andaccreditation as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist withExercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA).
- Demonstrated extensive clinical Exercise Physiologyexperience and advanced Exercise Physiology clinical practiceskills in assessment and intervention of children and/oradolescents.
- Comprehensive knowledge of Exercise Physiology theories,models and evidence based interventions relevant to childrenand adolescents
- Proven ability to plan, develop, coordinate, implement andreview Exercise Physiology services.
- Well-developed communication skills (verbal and written),effective interpersonal and teamwork skills and ability to workwithin a multidisciplinary team.
- Proven time management, organisational and administrativeskills.
- Experience/understanding of paediatric chronicconditions
- Experience in research, auditing and evaluation of exercisephysiology interventions.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professionaldevelopment.
- Current knowledge and commitment to Equal Opportunity andWork Health and Safety in all aspects of employment and servicedelivery.

Help in submitting your application: Ifyou experience technical difficulties while applying online, pleasecontact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistanceduring business hours.

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible forappointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixedterm appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident,or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (forpermanent appointments). Sponsorship opportunitiesare not currently available.

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staffin positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policiesrequire applicants to undertake criminal records screening andintegrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees mayalso be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and pastdemonstration of ethical behaviour.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all formsofdiscrimination in the provision of our service. We embracediversity and strongly encourage applications from people fromculturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. Inaddition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce aspart of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure toachieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderpeoples are encouraged to apply.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from whichappointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointmentsmay be made from this pool until 31/10/2026.

AboutCAHS:

The Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) is proud to bethe leading service provider for paediatric healthcare in WesternAustralia, as the State’s only dedicated health service forinfants, children and young people. CAHS comprises four serviceareas: Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH) and Neonatology,Community Health, and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services(CAMHS).

With over 6500 employees, our services are delivered at PCH andKing Edward Memorial Hospitals (KEMH), as well as across a networkof more than 160 community clinics across the Perth metropolitanarea.

For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS,please clickhere andfor further information regarding CAHS’ services, pleaseclickhere

CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that isdriven and shaped by our values of Compassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence and Accountability. Duringthe selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfilthe responsibilities of this position in accordance with thevalues.

For Assistance including anyadjustment needed to accommodate a disability and confidentialenquiries – please contact the Strategic Talent AcquisitionRecruitment Team (START) service viaemail: CAHS.TalentAcquisition@health.wa.gov.au.

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