Pediatric Physiotherapist

3 weeks ago


Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Firstchance Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Physiotherapist to join our collaborative team at Firstchance, a leading Early Childhood Intervention Service. The successful candidate will work with children aged 0-12 years and their families, providing physiotherapy support in community-based settings.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide physiotherapy assessments and interventions for children with a range of disabilities, including autism, developmental delay, and chromosomal disorders.
  • Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including Speech Pathologists, Psychologists, and Occupational Therapists.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to support children's physical development and well-being.
  • Communicate effectively with families, carers, and other professionals to ensure seamless care coordination.
Requirements
  • A Degree in Physiotherapy and AHPRA registration.
  • Working with Children's Check and NDIS Worker Check.
  • Drivers licence and use of own comprehensively insured, reliable car.
  • First Aid Certificate (including anaphylaxis and asthma).
What We Offer
  • An attractive salary packaging scheme and above award pay rate.
  • Clinical Supervision and Professional Development Fund.
  • Flexible work hours and schedule your own appointments.
  • Wellbeing program for you and your family available 24hrs a day, 7 days a week.

Firstchance is committed to safeguarding children and young people from abuse and neglect. We engage in child-safe practices and have appropriate systems in place to minimize the likelihood of recruiting a person who is unsuitable to work with children or young people.