About us:

Allied health play an important role in achieving the objectives set out in our Destination 2030: Great Care for Central Queenslanders strategy. Allied health work closely with medical, nursing, technical and operational colleagues and community partners to optimise patient recovery and well-being. The allied health workforce is supported to achieve clinical excellence through a commitment to improving quality, creating continuous improvement opportunities and a culture of learning and development.

About the role:

The Physiotherapist Senior delivers high level Physiotherapy services of a varied nature to patients of the Rockhampton Hospital and other client groups of CQ Health. This position is required to exercise a high level of independence and represent Physiotherapy on relevant committees or portfolio(s).

The Physiotherapist Senior acts as a resource person by leading quality improvement, research, and service development of clinical areas consistent with CQ Health and Queensland Health State-wide initiatives and strategic directions.

About you:

• Hold a Bachelors degree in Physiotherapy from a recognised tertiary institution and registration as a Physiotherapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Whilst not mandatory, post graduate qualifications in a relevant practice area is highly desirable.
• High level of knowledge, skills, and clinical expertise in physiotherapy paediatric and families service provision.
• Demonstrated ability to provide guidance to less experienced staff members and education to students.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $157,359 is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $64.64 - $69.55 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance, contact Recruitment Services at [email protected] and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5B621586.

Applications close: Thursday, 13 March 2025

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