Senior Physiotherapist

Salary A$110,425-$121,907 p/a + 12% Super Posted 2 days ago The Team Physiotherapy Services provides acute, sub‑acute and community physiotherapy services to patients within the THS‑South. This position sits within the Physiotherapy Medical Services Team, the largest of the six teams in the service. The Role We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Physiotherapist to work in the area of oncology in the Physiotherapy Medical Services Team to coordinate and provide physiotherapy services to cancer patients in the Inpatient Oncology ward at the RHH, and to outpatients at the RHH and other Community Health Centres. Responsibilities Provide high quality, evidence‑driven physiotherapy oncology 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 across Physiotherapy and Cancer Services. Provide clinical expertise and professional education to Physiotherapy, Allied Health, Medical and Nursing teams, and external agencies. Promote a learning culture supporting leadership and clinical supervision to junior physiotherapists, allied health assistants and undergraduate students working in the Medical Services Team. You will need Significant general and specific physiotherapist experience relevant to the identified clinical area/unit in conjunction with sound knowledge of relevant contemporary physiotherapy practice including assessment, intervention techniques, literature, resources, and equipment. Proven commitment to ongoing professional development and ability to supervise and educate other health professionals, undergraduate students and support workers and a continuing contribution to knowledge in the identified clinical area/unit. Demonstrated excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a complex multidisciplinary environment. 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. 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, 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 The successful applicant will be appointed to a permanent part‑time day worker position working 45.6 hours per fortnight and, in addition, will take on a fixed‑term part‑time appointment working 30.4 hours per fortnight until 4 November 2026. This means you’ll work full‑time hours until 4 November 2026, after which you’ll continue in the permanent part‑time role. *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 $110,425 to $121,907 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 Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022 Salary Packaging You’ll have access to a 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. Please note that access to salaries beyond $119,290 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme Benefits available to eligible candidates 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. Essential criteria Registered with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia Desirable criteria Current Driver’s Licence Post graduate qualifications, or working toward 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 (South NW) (word) Application Guide Department of Health - Applicant Guide (word) For more information Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. *Applications close 4 January 11:55pm. About Department of Health Tasmania Public Health Services works to improve and protect the health and wellbeing for all Tasmanians. We work with many people and organisations across a wide range of areas and at all levels of government to: protect Tasmanians from public and environmental health hazards prevent and reduce chronic (long‑term) conditions at the population level help people achieve their best possible health. We assess and manage public health risks including environmental health, radiation protection and communicable diseases. We also monitor the health status of Tasmanians to help inform decision-making and health priorities. 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