Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until June 2027
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 4
Remuneration: $2,521.82 - $2,582.95 per week
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Long Jetty
Requisition ID: REQ682600
Applications Close: Thursday 13th August at 11:59pm
Part-time and job share arrangements will be considered for the successful applicant.
This is a maternity relief position and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with notice in alignment with the applicable Award. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency.
Lead the delivery of exceptional physiotherapy care in our Urgent Care Service, where you'll combine advanced clinical practice with leadership, mentoring and service improvement to make a meaningful difference for patients across the Central Coast.
About the Opportunity
Join our Urgent Care Service as a Physiotherapist Level 4 and play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, evidence-informed physiotherapy care while providing clinical leadership within a collaborative multidisciplinary team. This is an exciting opportunity to combine advanced clinical practice with service development, quality improvement and mentoring to help shape the future of physiotherapy services across the Central Coast.
In this role you will:
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Provide advanced physiotherapy assessment, treatment and clinical leadership to deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centred care.
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Lead, support and mentor Physiotherapists and students, fostering professional development and promoting best practice.
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Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, patients, families and community partners to ensure coordinated, seamless care.
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Drive quality improvement initiatives, implement evidence-informed practice and contribute to service planning and workforce development.
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Manage a complex clinical caseload while supporting the ongoing evaluation, safety and continuous improvement of the Urgent Care Service.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description
About You
You are an experienced and motivated Physiotherapist with a passion for clinical excellence, leadership and continuous improvement. You thrive in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment and are committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred care while supporting the development of others.
We are looking for someone who has:
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Extensive clinical experience as a registered Physiotherapist, with advanced knowledge and skills in managing complex presentations.
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Proven leadership experience, including the ability to coordinate services, mentor staff and support workforce development.
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Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
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Demonstrated experience leading quality improvement initiatives and implementing evidence-informed practice to enhance patient outcomes.
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Strong organisational, problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to effectively prioritise competing demands while maintaining a high standard of clinical care.
Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.
Benefits
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Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
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Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
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Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
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Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the
Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at
[email protected] or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.
Vaccination Requirements
All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:
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Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
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Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.
Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.
NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
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