Physiotherapist

Churches of Christ, Residential Aged Care, Hervey Bay

Permanent Part-time Opportunity

The Salary range is currently $43.16 to $54.45 per hour. Hourly rate based on experience.

Hervey Bay is a vibrant coastal community known for its relaxed lifestyle, beautiful beaches, and close-knit community. Our Hervey Bay Residential Aged Care facility offers a warm and welcoming environment where staff and residents thrive together.

Hotlink:- Fair Haven Aged Care Hervey Bay | Churches of Christ

Employee Benefits

As a not-for-profit entity, our employees can package up to $18,549 p.a. of their taxable income before your income tax is calculated. Up to $15,900 p.a. on everyday expenses (such as mortgage payments, rent, groceries, bills and insurance) plus up to $2,649 p.a. on meal/entertainment benefits.

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By being such a large organisation, we are also able to offer a range of compelling benefits. Including but not limited to:

• Salary-packaging benefits that can increase your take-home pay;
• Five (5) weeks of annual leave and the ability to purchase more;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• A work culture that values you.
• Discounts through our large network of retail partners including:
• JB Hi-Fi,
• The Good Guys,
• Goodlife Health Clubs,
• Bupa Health,
• Plus, many more;
  
  

What You’ll Do

As our Physiotherapist at Hervey Bay Residential Aged Care, you’ll be more than a clinician—you’ll be a trusted partner in our residents’ health journeys. Working closely with a multidisciplinary team, you’ll help older Australians maintain their independence, mobility, and dignity through compassionate, evidence-based care.

In this part-time role (Monday, Wednesday, Friday – 45 hours per fortnight), you’ll enjoy the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents and staff alike, while contributing to a positive and supportive care environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering personalised physiotherapy services tailored to each resident’s needs, goals, and care plans, in collaboration with nursing and allied health teams.
• Developing and maintaining comprehensive physiotherapy care plans that reflect assessment findings, treatment goals, and progress, ensuring alignment with best practice and aged care standards.
• Participating in case conferences and multidisciplinary reviews to ensure holistic, resident-centred care.
• Leading and supporting manual handling programs, including training staff in safe and effective techniques, and modelling best practice in daily operations.
• Maintaining physiotherapy equipment to ensure safety, functionality, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Staying current with aged care physiotherapy trends, participating in ongoing professional development, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the service.
• Promoting a culture of safety, quality, and innovation, aligned with Churches of Christ’s mission and values.
• This is a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of older people, while enjoying the flexibility and support of a well-established, values-driven organisation.

About You

You are a compassionate and skilled physiotherapist who thrives in a collaborative, resident-focused environment. You bring a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and a genuine passion for improving the lives of older Australians.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current registration with AHPRA as a qualified Physiotherapist.
• Minimum two years’ experience in physiotherapy (experience in aged care is highly regarded).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with residents, families, and colleagues.
• A commitment to holistic, person-centred care, and alignment with the mission and values of Churches of Christ.
• Intermediate computer skills, including the ability to use clinical documentation systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Willingness to obtain or provide the following clearances:

• National Police Check
• Influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations (as per current health directives)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (if required)

About Us

We are one of Australia’s largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with a legacy of care and compassion spanning over 140 years. Through our faith-based mission, the church and organisation work together to provide holistic support across family services, community housing, retirement living, home care, and residential aged care. With services across Queensland and Victoria.

Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of: Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust, Wise Stewardship and Safety.

Ready to Make a Real Difference?

Apply now! Visit www.cofc.com.au to learn more about us. “Click the Apply Button”. For further inquiries, contact Jeff Davis on 07 4124 8955.

We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

Applications will be assessed as received.