The Team:

The successful applicant will work within a small, specialised team that delivers Pelvic Health Physiotherapy care to the adult community of the North West Coast across the age continuum. In addition, this role will work closely with maternity services in inpatients, ante- and post-natal care.

The Role:

We are looking for motivated and suitably experienced Physiotherapist to provide senior evidence-based care to patients across the North West Coast. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team that services Women’s and Children’s services and broader community.

The Senior Physiotherapist will:

Promote, provide and maintain optimal physiotherapy care for clients requiring support relating to women’s and men’s health including continence management, ante- and post-natal care, pain and dysfunction syndromes.

Assist in the coordination of the physiotherapy service and provide a consultancy service to other physiotherapy staff in this area of speciality.

Working across a variety of NWAHS sites, you will join a dedicated team with vast experience in Pelvic Health Physiotherapy, a commitment to excellence, and a positive team culture.

You will need

• Experience in Pelvic health across the adult age continuum
• Experience in antenatal and post-natal physiotherapy service delivery
• An interest and commitment to health promotion and with particular focus on ante- and post-natal care

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:

Permanent, part time, day worker position, working 36 hours per fortnight.

*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 part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary: $110,425 to $121,907 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Union Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022
• Please note that access to salaries beyond $119,290 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme

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:

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 $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 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 License.

Experience in women’s/men’s health conditions including continence management, antenatal and post-natal care, persistent pain syndromes such as dyspareunia.

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:

• 529964 Senior Physiotherapist - Pelvic Health HP03 (July 2024) 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.

David Carter

Manager - Physiotherapy Services

Phone: (03) 6478 5325
Email: [email protected]

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