Exercise Physiologist

Join Central Queensland Health's Cardiac Rehabilitation and Heart Failure Service and be part of a team dedicated to helping our community stay active, healthy, and strong. Based at Gladstone Hospital, you'll deliver evidence-based exercise programs and health education that empower patients to manage chronic conditions and improve long-term wellbeing.

This permanent part-time position offers the perfect blend of professional purpose and personal freedom. You'll enjoy meaningful clinical work within a multidisciplinary environment — alongside physiotherapists, nurses, dietitians, and other allied health professionals — while having time to explore everything Gladstone and the Capricorn Coast have to offer.

From island getaways and weekend fishing to family-friendly living and short commutes, this is your chance to make your career and lifestyle thrive together in one of Queensland's most welcoming coastal communities.

Located in the dynamic harbour city of Gladstone, this 70-bed facility provides a wide range of acute, community and specialist services — including emergency, surgery, maternity, coronary care, palliative care and allied health. Working alongside a co-located private hospital, our teams are united by a shared commitment to excellence, compassion and improving health outcomes for the Gladstone region.

• Deliver high-quality exercise physiology services as part of a multidisciplinary cardiac rehabilitation and heart failure program.
• Conduct assessments, prescribe and supervise exercise programs tailored to patient needs, particularly for cardiac, elderly and complex cases.
• Develop, implement and evaluate individual and group-based education and treatment programs.
• Apply professional judgement to clinical decision-making under appropriate supervision.
• Maintain accurate records and report on service activity and outcomes in line with legal and professional standards.
• Contribute to quality improvement, safety and innovation across service delivery.

• You hold a tertiary qualification in Exercise Physiology or Human Movement Studies and are accredited (or eligible) with Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA).
• You demonstrate sound clinical knowledge in exercise testing, prescription and program evaluation.
• You're confident in supervising exercise sessions for diverse and complex populations with chronic conditions.
• You bring strong communication and teamwork skills, contributing positively to a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
• You value professional development, evidence-based practice and continuous learning.
• You're passionate about improving community health outcomes and empowering patients in their recovery journey.

Total remuneration value of up to $66,284 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $ $58.59 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

*Casual positions attract an hourly rate of $ $86.94 p.h. (includes 25% casual loading) and 12.75% employer super contribution.

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

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Applications close: Tuesday, 18 November 2025