At a Glance
- Tasks: Help improve lives through physiotherapy, focusing on mobility and independence.
- Company: Join Purple House, a culturally-driven organisation supporting Aboriginal communities.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, generous leave, relocation support, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Experience in multidisciplinary teams and chronic disease management is highly desirable.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Bachelor or Masters of Physiotherapy and registration with the National Physiotherapy Board.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
About Purple House
Our mission is to improve the lives of people with renal failure, reunite families and reduce the impact of kidney disease in our communities. We are run by Aboriginal people for Aboriginal people and work to provide culturally appropriate health, aged care and general support services in regional and remote communities, helping people to get home to country and family.
About the Role
The Physiotherapist works within the multidisciplinary Primary Healthcare team, providing services to clients to promote function, independence, and quality of life.
Key responsibilities
- Management of physiotherapy needs for a caseload of patients with multiple, complex, chronic diseases
- Helping patients manage chronic diseases or acute physical injuries
- Educating patients about movement and exercise to improve mobility and enhance their quality of life, including advice regarding injury and disease progression prevention
- Providing targeted massages and joint manipulation
- Writing reports for doctors and other medical specialists
- Coordinate with internal physical and social health care teams to ensure care is holistic, strengths-based, and consistent
- Use clear and concise means of communication to work collaboratively and ensure a multidisciplinary approach to health care
- Build and maintain strong relationships and communication pathways with external health practitioners and services who may be involved with mutual patients
- Utilise a recall system to ensure patients' physio needs are met in a timely manner
- Maintain patient records to a high standard, including progress notes and records of communication with or regarding patients
- Liaise closely with direct manager for assistance and advice when required and partake in regular team meetings
- Promote a safe work environment in accordance with legislative requirements, adhere to Work Health Safety guidelines, and report all incidents and near misses
- Other duties as required within level and trained capacity
About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Bachelor or Masters of Physiotherapy
- Registration with the National Physiotherapy Board of Australia
- Understanding and experience working within the primary healthcare system
- Effective communication cross-culturally and professionally, including well-developed written, verbal and interpersonal skills
- Experience working within a multidisciplinary team
- Experience working as a sole clinician
Highly Desirable
- Experience working with people with end-stage renal failure and a range of complex co-morbidities; including working in areas of aged care, chronic disease, musculoskeletal issues, and disabilities
What We Offer
- Attractive salary with 12% super plus generous salary packaging options
- Permanent full-time opportunity with up to 6 weeks annual leave
- Supportive and values-driven organisation
- Relocation support for eligible applicants
- Interstate and remote travel opportunities
- Competitive salary under the WDNWPT Aboriginal Corporation EA – Clinical (Non-Dialysis) Level 1 classification
Applications close on 02 November 2026. We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.
Physiotherapist in Alice Springs employer: Purple House
Purple House is an exceptional employer dedicated to improving the lives of Aboriginal people through culturally appropriate health and support services. Located in Alice Springs, NT, we offer a supportive and values-driven work environment with generous benefits, including competitive salaries, extensive leave options, and opportunities for professional growth. Our commitment to fostering meaningful partnerships and enhancing research capacity ensures that employees can engage deeply with First Nations communities while contributing to impactful projects.
