About the role

The Mater Health Physiotherapy Department is looking for a Physiotherapist Trainee to join their team, supporting a wide range of public adult, acute inpatient and ambulatory health services. As a member of the Physiotherapy team, you will undertake a defined range of clinical and support tasks under the direction of the clinical team, to contribute to patient care.

The successful applicant will be offered a casual position based at our South Brisbane campus.

Salary range: $30.95 - $36.41 per hour plus 12% superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!

What you’ll be doing

• Perform basic clinical and clinical support duties under the clinical practice supervision of an experience Physiotherapist in the areas or Acute services, orthopaedics and musculoskeletal outpatients.
• Provide feedback to supervising Physiotherapists on patient outcomes and any changes to patient status
• Recognise when input is required from the supervising Physiotherapist and obtain their involvement
• Maintain accurate and timely medical record entries that align to documentation guidelines and are co-signed by the supervising Physiotherapist
• Set up and maintain gymnasiums, therapy rooms, equipment and resources, ensuring they are safe and available for individual and group programs
• Develop and maintain clinical resources and patient education materials
• Identify and contribute to the development and implementation of quality/service improvement activities to improve clinical services and patient outcomes
• Actively participate in professional and multidisciplinary teams to provide patient centred care
• Actively participate in training and development activities to further develop clinical knowledge and skills

About you

Qualifications

• Current enrolment in the final year of a Physiotherapy tertiary-level program from a recognised tertiary institution which will result in a Physiotherapy qualification is essential
• Recent Mater Health student placement experience would be highly regarded

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Ability to work under direction and within a defined scope of practice, in a complex and demanding work environment
• Effective communicator who works collaboratively with professional and multi-disciplinary teams, patients and carers to achieve optimal outcomes
• Proven organisation, prioritising and resourceful problem solving skills
• Sound computer and digital literacy skills
• Experience working in either a hospital, sub acute, disability or community health setting would be highly regarded

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

Applications close on 7th September 2025. Please note, we may contact applications prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.