NEW YEAR GRADUATE POSITIONS
Number of positions: 16 first year graduate positions across all hospitals in SWSLHD
Type of positions: These positions are full time for a period of 12 months
Dates of employment: 08/02/2027 to 04/02/2028
The hospitals that will be involved in this recruitment process include:
- Bankstown Hospital (2 positions)
• Camden and Campbelltown Hospitals (4 positions including secondment to Bowral Hospital)
• Fairfield Hospital (2 positions including secondment to Braeside Hospital)
• Liverpool Hospital (8 positions including secondment to Grafton Base Hospital)
Who can apply: Current physiotherapy students who are scheduled to complete tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy by the end of the 2026 academic year and obtain AHPRA registration by February 2027.
This can also include any physiotherapy students from universities that are scheduled for mid-year graduation in 2026 and eligible for AHPRA registration.
Preference given to candidates with Australian Work Rights (Australian Citizenship or Permanent residency)
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications close: 27/09/2026
Requisition ID: REQ683810
Interview dates: 21st and 22nd October 2026
Interview location: Campbelltown Hospital
Interview process: All applicants will attend a face to face interview
Opportunity to preference top 2 hospitals where you would like to work in 2027 will occur during the application process.
DROP IN INFORMATION SESSIONS
SWSLHD physiotherapy will be holding a number of virtual drop-in sessions via zoom. This will be a great opportunity to speak with physiotherapy staff in each department including graduates, seniors and managers.
Each hospital will have a representative at each zoom session and you will be able to move between breakout rooms and
Zoom meeting: meeting ID and passcode are the same for every session
Meeting ID: 294 642 0104
Passcode: 57bPRp
Dates
CONTACT US
If you have any further questions about the recruitment process or our first year graduate program, please contact us via email: [email protected]
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
YOU MUST UPLOAD COPIES OF ALL YOUR APP RESULTS AND CV TO YOUR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION!
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More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Vaccination Requirements
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District 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. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Temporary Positions
