Senior Physiotherapist

This is a Fixed Term Full Time appointment for 12 months with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

Overview

Older Adult Health (OAH) Hubs are a new model of care designed to support older adults to achieve optimal health through safe, high‑quality, integrated, community‑based care. They operate through a combination of virtual and physical services, delivering and coordinating proactive and responsive care, including illness and injury prevention, risk prediction, early intervention, and timely access to appropriate services.

Responsibilities

We are currently seeking a Senior Physiotherapist to join our team. As part of a multidisciplinary team, the Senior Physiotherapist plans, implements, coordinates and evaluates Physiotherapy services to patients in the South Metropolitan OAH Hub using advanced clinical practice skills. The role includes planning, implementing and evaluating patient safety and quality of care, and ensuring practice aligns with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia Code of Conduct, the Physiotherapy Board of Australia Registration Standards and SMHS policies and guidelines.

Benefits

• Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Other professional and location‑based allowances

Additional information available upon request.

Hospital Environment

Fiona Stanley Hospital (FSH) is a 783‑bed tertiary hospital offering a range of health services including the State Rehabilitation Service, comprehensive cancer centre, purpose‑built mental health unit, maternity, paediatric and neonatal services, and the State Adult Burns Service. FSH also delivers specialised services such as heart and lung transplantations and hyperbaric medicine.

Organization

SMHS delivers quality, safe and effective hospital and health services within a catchment area stretching more than 3300 square kilometres across the southern half of Perth. Our vision is Excellent health care, every time.

Contact

For more information or inquiries, please contact Sarah Hobson, A/Service Manager OAH Hub at 04295 93252.

Application Requirements

Your application should include:

• A copy of your current CV
• A statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2‑3 pages
• The names and contact details of two (2) current referees who can attest to your suitability for this role

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Support

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services at 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Eligibility

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Recruitment Policies

WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We are committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy and as a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. Applicants are required to undertake a criminal record screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Additionally, applicants may be required to undertake a working with children check (if required) and a pre‑employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

Application Deadline

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00 pm on the closing date will not be accepted. Late or email applications will not be considered.