Physiotherapist

PHYSIOTHERAPIST

Sites Multiple: Calwell, Taylor, Goulburn
Occupation: Physiotherapist — ANZSCO 252511
Employment: Full-time, ongoing — 38 hours per week

ABOUT US

We are an established, community-focused medical practice providing comprehensive healthcare to Calwell, and Goulburn and surrounding regional communities.

The practices offers a supportive multidisciplinary environment with general practitioners, practice nurses, administrative support and other health professionals. Services include chronic disease management, musculoskeletal care, preventive health, occupational health, older-person health assessments and coordinated multidisciplinary care.

ABOUT THE POSITION

We are seeking a qualified Physiotherapist to establish and provide high-quality physiotherapy services within our medical practices. The role will involve managing a varied outpatient caseload, including musculoskeletal conditions, injury rehabilitation, mobility impairment, chronic pain and chronic disease-related functional limitations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess patients using appropriate muscle, nerve, joint, mobility and functional ability tests.
• Identify physical impairments and formulate individualised treatment goals.
• Develop, implement and review evidence-based physiotherapy treatment programs.
• Provide therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, rehabilitation and other appropriate physiotherapy interventions.
• Assist patients to reduce pain, restore joint mobility, improve strength, balance and physical function.
• Educate patients and families about their conditions, rehabilitation programs and home exercises.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans where required.
• Liaise with general practitioners and other health professionals regarding patient needs and progress.
• Maintain accurate, timely and confidential clinical records.
• Contribute to screening, injury-prevention and health-promotion programs.
• Participate in clinical governance, quality improvement and multidisciplinary meetings.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• A recognised bachelor’s or master’s degree in physiotherapy.
• Current general registration as a Physiotherapist with Ahpra, or eligibility to obtain registration before commencement.
• At least one year of relevant post-qualification clinical experience.
• Eligibility to obtain relevant Medicare and private-health provider numbers.
• Professional indemnity insurance or eligibility to obtain appropriate cover.
• Ability to obtain any required National Police Check and NSW Working with Children Check.
• Strong assessment, clinical reasoning, communication and record-keeping skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based, culturally safe and patient-centred care.

Experience in private practice, general practice, musculoskeletal physiotherapy, chronic disease management or rehabilitation is desirable.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Attractive Salary plus superannuation based on experience
• Full-time, stable employment in a growing regional practice.
• An established referral network and varied clinical caseload.
• Close collaboration with general practitioners, nurses and other health professionals.
• Well-equipped consulting space and administrative support.
• Professional development and career-growth opportunities.
• Assistance with relocation may be negotiated with the successful applicant.

VISA SPONSORSHIP

Employer sponsorship under the Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482) may be available to a suitable applicant, subject to the applicant and employer satisfying all registration, immigration and legislative requirements. Sponsorship is not guaranteed merely by applying for this position.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply through this advertisement with:

• A current curriculum vitae.
• A cover letter addressing the essential requirements.
• Details of your Ahpra registration or registration pathway.
• Contact details for at least two professional referees.

Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified Australian citizens, permanent residents and eligible international applicants. Applications will be assessed fairly and on their merits.

We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to a respectful, inclusive and culturally safe workplace.

Pay: $66,214.20 – $119,299.29 per year

Work Location: In person