Physiotherapist- Allied Health Casual Pool

Do you have additional days of availability, want a change in scenery or just want to investigate opportunities within Hunter New England? Apply now for a flexible casual position

Remuneration: $ $58.52 per hour + super

Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 1-3

Requisition ID: REQ604520

Applications Close: Wednesday, 24th September 2025

About the role:

If you are wanting to have flexibility, diversity, and the opportunity to network across teams this role is for you The Physiotherapist Casual Pool provides short term cover to sites and services across Hunter New England, allowing consistency of service. Whether you have additional days of availability, want a change in scenery or caseload or just want to investigate opportunities for Physiotherapy in Hunter New England, the casual pool is a great option.

Hunter New England provides Physiotherapy services to the wider community, with the opportunity for casual staff to work in diverse and complex caseloads across our district. With potential to work in inpatient, outpatient and community settings, and across the lifespan, you would get valuable experience. We have Physiotherapist roles no matter what your clinical area of interest.

As a casual within Hunter New England, you communicate your availability and location preferences with us on a monthly basis. Locations that you can choose to work:

• Hunter Valley
• Lower Mid-North Coast (including Taree and Forster - a holiday destination)
• Tamworth area
• Armidale and Inverell areas
• Narrabri and Moree areas
• Greater Newcastle

You will be provided thorough orientation to each site and service. Additionally, you will be supported by senior staff responsible for the site/service, as well as being welcomed by the wider team for peer support. Being an employee of Hunter New England will give you access to regular educational opportunities including online learning. There is also potential for accommodation support dependent on availability.

What's in it for you?

• Gain diverse experience across a wide range of clinical areas.
• Workdays are negotiable and flexible, we work around you
• Build your professional network, working as a valued member of the multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care.
• Our teams are highly experience, and are supportive and encouraging of new staff joining the team.
• Clinical supervision/buddying support will be provided by health service sites. Additionally, candidates will have access to online modules through my health learning.
• As a casual, successful candidates will provide clinical cover for facilities and sites, which may be full time or part time blocks of up to 13 weeks at a time.
• Staff will be matched to available work based on availability, areas of expertise and location preferences.

Our successful candidate will:

• Be able to communicate and build rapport easily with people of all backgrounds.
• Problem solve and prioritise effectively while being versatile within a dynamic workload.
• Be committed to professional development, evident based practice and committed to patient-centred care.
• Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Be a Physiotherapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA.

If you are motivated, adaptable and are focused on providing the highest quality care we want you on our team

Additional information:

• If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

How to apply:

Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.

• Demonstrated ability to work with a multidisciplinary team to provide patient centred care.
• Outline a time when you used evidence-based practice to inform your clinical decision-making.

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Aly Holt on

Information for Applicants:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit:

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

.