Flexible Aged-Care Physiotherapist — Home-Based Reablement

BaptistCare NSW & ACT; Ballina Shire; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits

Professional development

Flexible work-from-home options

Salary packaging benefits

Supportive team culture

Job summary

BaptistCare NSW & ACT is seeking an experienced Physiotherapist to support older Australians in Ballina and surrounding areas. Deliver evidence-based assessments and interventions under aged care funding programs, focusing on reablement and restorative care to help clients live independently at home.

You will join a supportive team guided by the Well-Living® approach, working with other health professionals to optimise mobility and confidence in daily living.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physiotherapy with current AHPRA registration.
• Postgraduate experience in aged care, rehabilitation, or community settings.
• Understanding of reablement and restorative care models.
• Able to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Aligned with BaptistCare’s values and mission.
• Current first aid certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• Unrestricted driver’s license with access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based physiotherapy assessments and interventions for aged care clients.
• Focus on reablement and restorative care to maintain independence and mobility.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to support clients in Ballina and surrounding areas.
• Contribute to Well-Living® approach and client-centred care.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communication with clients and carers.

Skills

Physiotherapy degree

AHPRA registration

Aged care experience

Reablement/restorative care

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Computer literacy

First aid certificate

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Postgraduate experience in aged care (optional)

Job description

BaptistCare NSW & ACT is seeking an experienced Physiotherapist to support older Australians in Ballina and surrounding areas. Deliver evidence-based assessments and interventions under aged care funding programs, focusing on reablement and restorative care to help clients live independently at home.

You will join a supportive team guided by the Well-Living® approach, working with other health professionals to optimise mobility and confidence in daily living.