Job Description

The Team:

The Community Physiotherapy Team work across the Primary Health North sites which includes Community Health Centres and the district hospitals. Our team aim to provide physiotherapy services in the catchments that the client resides in.

Our vision is to be recognised as providing outstanding quality physiotherapy services for Northern Tasmanians. To assist in advancing our professional development through commitment to education and be a resource to our community. Promote a family friendly and rewarding environment to enhance the personal and professional lives of our team members.

The Community Physiotherapy team is a professional community of individuals who are committed to addressing the health needs of all Tasmanians through excellence in education, service delivery and proficient practice.

The Role:

• As part of the Community Physiotherapy team, and in accordance with organisational policies and professional code of ethics, be responsible for the efficient and effective provision of physiotherapy services to clients living in the community in the region.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team in providing appropriate services to clients and patients at primary health sites, including referral to other services as required.
• Participate in ongoing development and coordination of the services provided by Community Physiotherapists in the Northern area, including supervision and support of staff and students where required.
• Participate in the development and monitoring of policies and procedures, performance measures and reporting mechanisms for physiotherapy services provided by the Community Physiotherapy Service.
• Contribute to health promotion within the region.
• Maintain contemporary professional knowledge through applying evidence-based practice and appropriate continuing professional development activities. Contribute to the provision of education programs.

You will need:

This is a senior physiotherapy position, so the incumbent requires sounds clinical reasoning skills, be able to prioritise competing demands, and be confident working autonomously as well in team. Teamwork, flexibility, strong communication, innovation and initiative are essential qualities for this role.

• Being part of a highly collaborative team that has a focus on best practice.
• Greatly varied case mix.
• Nature at your doorstep that enables you to explore Tasmania's most unique environment.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania:

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment:

Fixed term , part time, day worker position, working 44 hours per fortnight, commencing from a mutually agreed upon date until 28 August 2026.

*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary: $110,425 to $121,907 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Salary Packaging:

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Allowances:

• Please note that access to salaries beyond $119,290 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Physiotherapy Board of Australia

• Registered with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Current Driver’s Licence

• Relevant postgraduate experience

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties:

• Generic Senior Community Physiotherapist HP03 (July 2023) CSU.docx

Application Guide:

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

How to apply:

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

*only Recruitment Agencies specifically contracted are invited to provide applicants to this role

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Olivia Mitchell
Position: Team Leader - Community Physiotherapy
Phone number: 0436 928 286
Email address: liv.mitchell@ths.tas.gov.au

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