Clinical Supervisor – Physiotherapy

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Clinical Supervisor – Physiotherapy (Senior Teaching Fellow)

Bond University Health and Wellness Clinic

Full-time, Fixed Term for 2 Years

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Join Australia's top university for teaching* and enjoy staff benefits including:

· Free staff car parking

· Up to 18/26 weeks of parental leave#

· Salary packaging options for FBT and Non-FBT items#

· Annual leave loading for continuing and fixed term Academic staff

· Staff wellbeing program

· Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program available for all staff

· Study assistance for staff and dependants#

· Corporate health and finance discounts

· Onsite Medical Centre and Counselling Services

· Onsite Sports Centre including gym, fitness classes and pool#

About the Position

Bond University Health and Wellness Clinic (BUHAWC) is a student-led, interdisciplinary and holistic Allied Health service offering accessible and valuable care to the community.

Specialising in teaching and training the clinic is student-led, where university students (under the supervision of experienced clinical and academic experts) provide a range of health services to the public, including physiotherapy, psychology, occupational therapy, nutrition and dietetics, and exercise and sports science.

We are seeking dedicated Clinical Supervisors to lead and support the development of physiotherapy services and supervision of Physiotherapy students undertaking Clinical Placements in BUHAWC.

In this role, you will contribute to both clinical education and service delivery, working closely with students, academic staff, and external partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise Physiotherapy students during clinical placements.

• Play a crucial role in enhancing the clinical competencies of Physiotherapy students.

• Ensure compliance with university policies and healthcare regulations.

• Support academic tasks such as assessment preparation and grading.

• Contribute to treatment planning and client care.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.

• Promote BUHAWC services within the university and broader community.

About the Person

The successful applicant will hold a qualification in Physiotherapy and be a registered occupational therapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Strong clinical skills, combined with a passion for supervising and mentoring Occupational Therapy students, will be critical in supporting the ongoing professional development of our clinic staff and students.

Salary details

The salary for this position commences at $108,052.53 plus 12% superannuation per annum.

Further information

Position-related enquiries can be directed to Assistant Professor Neil Chapman on Associate Dean Clinical Services or Professor Suzanne Gough, Head of Discipline, Physiotherapy on

How to Apply for this Position

For further details regarding this appointment, please reference the Position Description and Selection Criteria.

Applicants can apply using the Apply button.  All candidates are required to Create a New Account via our candidate portal and submit the necessary supporting documents which should include your Resume and a Cover Letter addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description.

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Applications close: 23:59pm, Sunday 5th October 2025.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia at the time of application. This status will be verified as part of the recruitment process.

Please note, the successful applicant will be required to produce a certified copy of their highest qualification received prior to commencement of duty.

Conditions of employment are offered under a Bond Employment Contract (BEC).

Bond University is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage our students and staff to respect individuality, inclusiveness and diversity.  In line with Bond University's values, people from diverse backgrounds, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people with a disability are encouraged to apply for positions at the University.

Please advise the Talent Acquisition Team if you require any reasonable accommodations to assist you at anytime during the recruitment process.

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