Job Description

The Team

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Senior Physiotherapist, with a passion for rehabilitation type care including in the older person, to join our Rehabilitation Physiotherapy Team. This team is based in Southern Tasmania across the various RHH campuses (with considerable services at the Repatriation Centre) and provides physiotherapy care to patients at RHH campuses as well as patient homes, across Southern Tasmania. Duties include:

• Provision of goal-directed, person-centred care

• Leading quality improvement projects and service development

• Supervision of allied health assistants, level 1-2 physiotherapists, or physiotherapy students as required

The Senior Physiotherapist will be a member of the Rehabilitation Physiotherapy Team and from time to time may support other areas of the service within their scope of practice. The Rehabilitation Team services include transition care, geriatric rehabilitation, palliative care, psychogeriatrics, and acute rehabilitation.

We have a strong focus on professional and career development, supporting all members of the team as they work in a dynamic and innovative environment. We provide opportunities to learn alongside a diverse group of skilled colleagues, working collaboratively with patients throughout their healthcare journey.

The Role

• Provide and maintain optimal specialist physiotherapy services within the Southern region of Tasmania.
• Provide professional guidance and support to level 1-2 Physiotherapists and support staff.
• Assess plan and implement treatment programs for patients requiring physiotherapy.
• Educate patients, carers and other members of the health care team.
• Provide clinical leadership and support for Level 1-2 Physiotherapists, Allied Health Assistants, Physiotherapy students, and work experience students.
• Work as an effective member of multidisciplinary teams in achieving patient-focused outcomes.
• Act as a physiotherapy resource in designated area of physiotherapy.
• Implement, review and report on quality improvement, education and research activities and projects undertaken for the Physiotherapy Department as required.
• Provide expert advice regarding the upgrading and maintenance of stores, and hygiene and safety of equipment.
  Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

You will need

• Significant general and specific physiotherapist experience relevant to the identified clinical area/unit in conjunction with sound knowledge of relevant contemporary physiotherapy practice including assessment, intervention techniques, literature, resources and equipment.
• Proven commitment to ongoing professional development and ability to supervise and educate other health professionals, undergraduate students and support workers and a continuing contribution to knowledge in the identified clinical area/unit.
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a complex multidisciplinary 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 full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for 12 months.

*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

$117,272 to $126,182 per annum. 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 No. 2 of 2025.

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 $126,182 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 $1200 per annum

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• 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
• Postgraduate qualifications or working towards this in the identified clinical area

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:

• Senior Physiotherapist (HP03).docx

Application Guide:

• Applicant Guide.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.

*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role

For more information

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

Sam de Zoete
Deputy Manager - Physiotherapy Services
Phone number: 0427392584
sam.de.zoete@ths.tas.gov.au

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