NDIS Physiotherapist

We are seeking an experienced and proactive team player to join our team as a Physiotherapist at Mt Wilga Private Hospital on a casual basis.

The NDIS Team at Mt Wilga Private Hospital is a comprehensive multi-disciplinary allied health team, providing Therapy Supports under the NDIS for people with a diverse range of disabilities.  The team includes experienced physiotherapists with close links to both the neurological team and the orthopaedic team.  Opportunities to work with a wide range of participants and patients is available.  The physiotherapists in the Mt Wilga NDIS Team, work towards the NDIS Goals of NDIS Participants and provide thorough assessment and plan review reports.  The NDIS Team is seeking an additional casual physiotherapist to meet growing demand and to also cover periods of planned and unplanned leave, including annual leave and long service leave. 

Duties

• Conduct assessments and therapy interventions for a diverse range of NDIS participants who require Therapy Supports to achieve their NDIS goals
• Providing NDIS reports including physiotherapy assessment and plan review progress reports in a thorough and timely manner
• Create, monitor and upgrade Allied Health Assistant programs for NDIS participants
• Supervise individual hydrotherapy programs
• Work both independently and within a team structure

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the following criteria:

Essential

• Degree in Physiotherapy with APHRA registration
• Demonstrate a high level of knowledge and skill in multiple areas of Physiotherapy
• Demonstrate advanced time management and organisational skills
• Demonstrate high level of interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to professional development and maintenance of current evidence-based practice
• Demonstrate an understanding of and a commitment to Quality Improvement
• NDIS experience and a passion for working in the disability sector

Desirable

• Minimum 2-5 years post-graduate experience
• Pilates experience

About the Hospital

Mt Wilga Private Hospital is a 119 bed specialist inpatient rehabilitation facility, with a busy day therapy unit and outpatients department situated in Hornsby, a peaceful area of Sydney’s Upper North Shore. Part of the Ramsay Health Care Group, Mt Wilga boasts an excellent clinical reputation as a leader in private rehabilitation, with large modern treatment areas, two hydrotherapy pools, and fully equipped gymnasiums. Mt Wilga offers comprehensive rehabilitation programs for patients presenting with a wide variety of conditions.

What’s in it for you?

Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.

Discounts: Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental.

Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support.

Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.

*Please note casual employees may not be eligible for all benefits. 

Requirements

• Must have NDIS Worker’s Check or willingness to obtain
• Must provide a National Police check conducted within the previous 12 months
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases, which may include Covid-19

To Apply

Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Formal applications must be lodged online and should including a cover letter, responses to the above selection criteria, general days of availability, and a CV (with two work-related referees i.e. previous/current supervisors/Managers).

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety.  Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact Dale Carn (NDIS Therapy Manager) at: carnd@ramsayhealth.com.au  or 9847 5002.