Physiotherapist - Respiratory Ambulatory Care

• Deliver expert care with autonomy in a dynamic, multidisciplinary setting.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and service.
• Contribute to the development and success of a growing RAC Service.

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 31 March 2026)

Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 3

Remuneration: $ $58.52 per hour

Hours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)

Location: Westmead Hospital

• Previous applicants need not re-apply.

Where you'll be working

Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) provides high quality healthcare to diverse communities, guided by values of collaboration, respect, and empowerment. Join a team dedicated to better health services for Western Sydney and beyond.

• Serves Auburn, Blacktown, The Hills Shire, Cumberland, and Parramatta LGAs.
• Offers primary, secondary, and tertiary health care.
• Supports over a million residents in the Greater Western Region.
• Committed to innovation and patient centered care.
• Strong focus on collaboration and respect in service delivery.
• Empowering teams to make a lasting impact.

What you'll be doing

The RAC Physiotherapist Level 3 is responsible for delivering high-quality physiotherapy services within the RAC Service, applying advanced clinical skills and working autonomously to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The role also involves contributing to service development and quality improvement initiatives.

• Providing expert assessment, treatment, and management of complex cases.
• Working independently while directing patient and carer education in the RAC Clinic.
• Collaborating with management to improve service planning and safety.
• Leading quality improvement initiatives within the RAC Service.
• Ensuring adherence to high standards of clinical practice and patient care.

How to Apply

Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Criteria:

• Qualification: AHPRA recognised Physiotherapy qualification
• Registration: Current AHPRA Physiotherapy registration

Selection Criteria:

• Level 3 tertiary qualifications in Physiotherapy with current AHPRA Physiotherapy registration and extensive post graduate clinical experience in Respiratory physiotherapy.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, teamwork and problem-solving skills. Possesses significant communication skill to be able to interact with any member of the multidisciplinary team, clients, and carers to facilitate effective clinical care, clinical service and clinical supervision as supported by the RAC Clinical Coordinator/CNC.
• Demonstrated high level of knowledge and experience in Physiotherapy service delivery across all facets of the acute hospital and outpatient settings.
• Proven ability to provide high level clinical advice and education to guide and support others in providing service excellence for patients with Respiratory disfunction, to enhance service delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to provide advice to service managers on clinical service delivery, clinical practice, and clinical redesign.
• Ability to initiate, lead, complete and share quality improvement initiatives and service evaluation processes and lead ongoing quality improvement activities with other staff.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing clinical and professional learning.

Requisition ID: REQ601599

Applications Close: 14th September 2025

Need more information?

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• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
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People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit

Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.

Please note: In accordance with NSW Health policy, priority will be given to Australian citizens and permanent residents. A person who is not an Australian citizen or permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or the advertised position.

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