Physiotherapist

Make a difference in rural communities. Are you a passionate Physiotherapist looking to make a meaningful difference in rural healthcare? Join the New England Community Aged Care Service and provide valuable physiotherapy services to the communities of Manilla and Barraba. This is an exciting opportunity to work across a diverse range of clinical settings, including inpatient care, outpatient clinics and community-based services.

You’ll have the opportunity to work autonomously, build strong relationships with patients and the local community, and contribute to improving health outcomes for people living in regional and rural NSW.

About the team

The New England Community Aged Care Service is a collaborative Allied Health team supporting communities across the region. You’ll work alongside Occupational Therapists, Podiatrists, administration staff and fellow Physiotherapists to deliver quality, person-centred care. The service also provides a community-based falls prevention program, offering opportunities to contribute to initiatives that promote mobility, independence and safety for older people in the community. You’ll be supported by an experienced Senior Physiotherapist and physiotherapy colleagues, with access to on-the-job training, guidance and ongoing professional support.

About the role

• Provide physiotherapy assessment and intervention across inpatient, outpatient and community settings.
• Providing inpatient physiotherapy services, including assessment, treatment and discharge planning.
• Delivering outpatient physiotherapy clinics to support patients with a range of clinical needs.
• Conducting community-based assessments and implementing individualised treatment and intervention plans.
• Supporting patients to maintain or improve their mobility, function, independence and quality of life.
• Identifying opportunities to develop and facilitate group programs in response to community needs.
• Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to coordinate care and achieve positive patient outcomes.

About you

We’re looking for a motivated, adaptable and compassionate Physiotherapist who is passionate about rural healthcare and committed to supporting the communities they serve. You will bring:

• Experience working across a range of physiotherapy settings, or a willingness to develop your skills across diverse clinical environments.
• The ability to work autonomously, exercise sound clinical judgement and manage competing priorities.
• A commitment to delivering safe, effective and person-centred care.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• The confidence to recognise when additional support or guidance is required.
• A genuine interest in rural health and improving access to quality healthcare for regional communities.

Essential Criteria

• Physiotherapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA.

What we can offer you

• Supportive team environment: Work alongside experienced physiotherapy colleagues and a Senior Physiotherapist who will provide guidance and support.
• Professional development: Access on-the-job training and opportunities to continue developing your clinical skills.
• Variety in your work: Gain experience across inpatient, outpatient and community-based physiotherapy services.
• Meaningful community impact: Help improve mobility, independence and quality of life for people living in rural communities.

What you'll be doing

Provide a high quality clinical service to clients/patients/consumers and their families/carers to ensure the provision of optimal outcomes for clients/patients/consumers of the service.

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.

We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. 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.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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.

An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies. Job share arrangements will be considered.