- Lead Physiotherapist role supporting children and adults with disability – $107,751 – $119,351 + super & incentives
- Advanced clinical practice across clinic, home, school and community settings
- Work across the Gove Peninsula and remote East Arnhem communities
About Melaleuca Therapies:
Melaleuca Therapies provides Allied Health services across the Gove Peninsula and wider East Arnhem Land. We are a collaborative team committed to Integrity, Collaboration and Respect, working closely with local services and the East Arnhem Kids Hub.
About the Role:
As the lead Physiotherapist, you will provide high-quality, evidence-based and culturally responsive services to clients with disability, developmental delay, neurological conditions and complex physical needs.
You will:
- Independently manage a diverse and complex caseload
- Provide advanced assessment, intervention and clinical consultation
- Prescribe and review assistive technology, mobility equipment and postural supports
- Develop individualised therapy and capacity-building programs
- Support families, carers, educators and support workers
- Prepare clinical reports and NDIS recommendations
- Contribute to multidisciplinary practice, service development and clinical excellence
- Travel to remote communities by 4WD and light aircraft
About You:
- Current unrestricted AHPRA registration
- Minimum 5 years’ postgraduate clinical experience
- Experience in disability, paediatrics, neurological rehabilitation or community physiotherapy
- Strong clinical reasoning and ability to work autonomously
- Experience with assistive technology and mobility equipment
- Excellent communication and report-writing skills
- Ability to work collaboratively while confidently practising as the sole Physiotherapist
- Resilient, adaptable and comfortable working in remote communities
- Current driver’s licence and willingness to travel
Experience in remote practice, NDIS, neurodiversity-affirming practice or transdisciplinary models will be highly regarded.
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Senior Physiotherapist – Generalist/Disability – Melaleuca Therapies employer: Northern Territory PHN
Outreach Physiotherapy is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant city of Darwin, offering a competitive salary and flexible working hours tailored to fit your lifestyle. Our close-knit team thrives on values of kindness, collaboration, and continuous learning, providing ample opportunities for professional growth while delivering meaningful physiotherapy services across diverse settings in the Northern Territory. Join us for a rewarding career where every day brings new challenges and the chance to make a real impact in the community.
