Senior Physiotherapist

Seeking a senior physiotherapist to provide and maintain optimal physiotherapy care across the medical ward, COU ward and emergency department at the Mersey Community Hospital (MCH). The inpatient physiotherapy team at MCH is a close-knit group of 8, working across the medical and rehabilitation wards. The MCH is an exciting and rewarding place to work, featuring contemporary, evidence-informed practice that sees you closely linked to the whole multidisciplinary team.

Within the Department Framework and in accordance with Agency Policy and Procedures the Senior Physiotherapist will, within a defined clinical team and/or other specified areas of the Hospitals:

• Provide care collaboratively with the patient/client and carer, and other members of the multidisciplinary team as relevant.
• Assist in the coordination of services and service development.
• Clinically supervise Level 1-2 Physiotherapists and/or Allied Health Assistants (AHAs), and physiotherapy and/or AHA students, as required.
• Work across the medical, COU and emergency wards at MCH providing specialised, senior Physiotherapy care.
• Work closely with other senior physiotherapy staff to ensure excellent handover processes and timely patient flow across the broader Tasmanian Health Service. 
• Managing a diverse caseload including the management of geriatric, orthopaedic, and acute medical conditions. 
• Be a resource person to lead complex care and discharge planning.

The preferred candidate will bring:

• A high level of physiotherapy experience. 
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision in a complex work environment. 
• Experience working in an inpatient, medical setting. 

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Fixed term, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from as soon as possible until 28 May 2027. 

*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 full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary: $117,272 to $126,182 per annum (pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Union Wages Agreement 2025

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:

• Please note that access to salaries beyond $123,487 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme.

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 $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 $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 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 Licence.
• Postgraduate qualifications or working towards this in the identified clinical area.

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: 

• Senior Physiotherapist HP03 (July 2023) CSU.docx

Application Guide:  

• Applicant Guide.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.

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Laura Inkson 
Position: Deputy Manager - Physiotherapy
Phone: 0429 177 ***  
Email: ************@ths.tas.gov.au

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