Physiotherapist - Aged Care Specialist

7 days ago


Adelaide, South Australia Southern Cross Care Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Physiotherapist to join our team at Southern Cross Care, a leading provider of aged care services. As a Physiotherapist in our residential care setting, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care to our residents.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized care plans to optimize the mobility, pain management, and recovery of our residents.
  • Collaborate with our multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless care delivery and effective communication.
  • Participate in face-to-face handovers with nursing staff to ensure resident needs are met and therapy goals are achieved.
  • Contribute to case conferencing and problem-solving to address complex care needs.
  • Support residents on proactive reablement pathways and identify deviations from these pathways early.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to students on placements and engage in ongoing professional development to enhance your skills and knowledge.
About You

We are looking for a Physiotherapist who is passionate about delivering high-quality care to older adults. To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • A Bachelor or Master degree in Physiotherapy and current registration with AHPRA.
  • Knowledge of residential aged care practice, including understanding and experience of AN-ACC.
  • Experience working from a Healthy Ageing approach.
  • Demonstrated commitment to meeting the needs of internal and external clients.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
  • Proficient computer skills, including the ability to use the Google Suite and in-house databases.
  • A basic knowledge of the requirements of the Aged Care Standards applicable to the role.
  • The capacity to apply for a provider number and understanding of the aged care system.
About Us

Southern Cross Care is a leading charitable aged care, health, and retirement living service provider. We value diversity, live by our values of Service, Courage, and Compassion, and offer salary packaging benefits to maximize your take-home pay.

We care for our employees' wellbeing, develop their skills, and reward creativity. When you work for us, you work better for life.



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