Exercise Physiologist

unitingcareqld; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 63,000 - 89,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NFP Salary Packaging

Flexible work arrangements

Career development opportunities

Employee discounts

Parental leave

Job summary

UnitingCare Queensland is seeking an experienced Exercise Physiologist for the Cooinda Mental Health inpatient unit at Buderim Private Hospital on the Sunshine Coast. The role supports inpatient and day programs within a multidisciplinary team, with opportunities to work on NDIS-related assessments and discharge planning.

The ideal candidate has post-graduate experience in an acute hospital setting, preferably with mental health exposure, strong clinical reasoning, and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years post graduate experience in an acute hospital setting preferably with Mental Health experience.
• Exceptional clinical skills with an ability to manage complex case load.
• Sound level of clinical reasoning and decision making skills.
• Willingness to obtain required vaccinations in line with hospital infection control requirements, as well as undergo national criminal history check and functional assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide rehabilitation services within inpatient and day programs as part of a multidisciplinary Mental Health team.
• Contribute to NDIS-related assessments, discharge planning and group sessions.
• Support function in areas such as functional assessments and ADHD day programs.

Education

Tertiary qualifications

ESSA registration

Job description

Exercise Physiologist - Cooinda Mental Health Services | Buderim Hospital

Employment Term: Permanent Part Time Opportunity Available

Location: Buderim Private Hospital, Sunshine Coast QLD

Remuneration: $45.49 - $64.48 phr + Super + NFP Salary Packaging (save tax and increase your take home pay)

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and therefore may result in the role closing early if the right applicant is found.

Make a meaningful difference with Buderim Private Hospital

The Cooinda Mental Health inpatient unit is a state-of-the-art 33-bed acute unit for those aged 18 and over. With private, well-equipped rooms, patients have use of the dining room, laundry, lounge areas, visitors' lounge, outdoor areas, music room, art and craft room, therapy rooms and gymnasium. Our service provides assessment and evidence-based treatment for patients experiencing, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)/trauma, eating disorders, psychotic disorders, addictions, complex needs due to a mental illness, as well as young adult and older persons mental health needs.

An integral part of our team, as a Exercise Physiologist, you'll be encouraged to grow, develop and feel empowered to make the everyday easier for the people we care so passionately about. Let's make a meaningful difference, together!

Your part in our Buderim Hospital team

You will join our multidisciplinary Mental Health team of rehabilitation specialists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and nursing staff, providing a wide range of rehabilitation services, offering both inpatient and day programs. Areas of work may include:

• NDIS
• Functional Assessments and Discharge Planning
• Impatient Group Sessions and ADHD Day Programs

What makes a difference for us?

As an experienced practitioner, you'll demonstrate a commitment to delivering person-centred, empathetic care through customer service and our values. You will present with:

• Minimum of 2 years post graduate experience in an acute hospital setting preferably with Mental Health experience
• Exceptional clinical skills with an ability to manage complex case load
• Sound level of clinical reasoning and decision making skills
• Tertiary qualifications and registration with ESSA
• Willingness to obtain required vaccinations in line with hospitals infection control requirements, as well as undergo national criminal history check and functional assessment

What makes a difference for you?

• NFP Salary Packaging: Save tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging your everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annum. To learn more about this benefit watch the video via the following link: Salary Packaging Explained
• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
• A recognition and rewards platform , providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards celebration, wellbeing and employee assistance programs
• 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service, in addition to the government scheme
• Diversity and inclusive leave , offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural events
• Career development opportunities to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference
• A positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving others

We'd love you to be part of our UnitingCare family

By joining our Hospitals, you'll also be welcomed as part of the UnitingCare family. The second‑largest Queensland employer, we’re a proud not‑for‑profit with more than 17,500 staff and 9, 000 volunteers across our brands of BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen's Hospital, and St Andrew's War Memorial Hospital, and have been leading by example for more than 100 years. Our team are compassionate, inclusive and committed to the work we do, helping people live life in all its fullness.

Child safe, Child friendly

UnitingCare is committed to being a Child Safe, Child Friendly organisation and will:

• provide welcoming, safe and nurturing services for children
• implement measures to prevent child abuse and neglect within our services
• appropriately and immediately address child abuse and neglect if it does occur
• abide by the Child Safe Standards and adhere to the Reportable Conduct Scheme

Diversity & Inclusion

Our approach is simple - everybody is welcome here. At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term e