New Graduate Rotational Physiotherapist

Southern NSW Local Health District; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome Experience relocation support

Proximity to shopping and services

Monthly Allocated Days Off

4 weeks annual leave

6 weeks annual leave (nursing)

Paid parental leave

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Hunter New England Health is seeking two new graduate Physiotherapists to join the Lower Hunter Physiotherapy Department in 2027, rotating through orthopaedics, medical, subacute inpatients and outpatients across Maitland and Cessnock hospitals.

You will complete a 12-month full-time program with support from senior clinicians, comprehensive training, and opportunities to develop clinical skills in acute and subacute settings while contributing to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated competence and good clinical judgement in providing individualised treatment for a broad range of clients.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and physiotherapy team.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments and develop individualised treatment plans.
• Deliver effective physiotherapy interventions and teach self-management skills.
• Reassess progress and adjust treatment as needed.
• Escalate complex tasks to senior clinicians when appropriate.

Skills

Clinical judgement

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Professional development

Self-reflection/seek help

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

Hunter New England Local Health District

REQ687471 Requisition #

Launch your physiotherapy career with a supportive team where you can grow, develop and make a real difference.

Employment Type: TemporaryFull Time until January 2028

Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 1

Remuneration: $79,419 - $113,301 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Hours Per Week: up to 38

Requisition ID: REQ687471

Location: Cessnock Hospital and Maitland Hospital - 2 Full-time positions available

Applications Close: Wednesday, 23rd September 2026

Where you'll be working

The Lower Hunter Physiotherapy Department is seeking two highly motivated, adaptable and passionate new graduate Physiotherapists to join our team in 2027, with opportunities to work across Maitland Hospital and Cessnock District Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity to build a strong foundation for your physiotherapy career while gaining broad clinical experience across a range of acute and subacute inpatient wards and outpatient settings. The department is committed to fostering a supportive, collaborative and positive workplace culture that encourages professional growth, learning and development, while delivering high-quality physiotherapy services to the Lower Hunter community.

The opportunity

This position reports to the Site Seniors at Maitland Hospital and Cessnock Hospital. This is a 12-month full time new graduate program consisting of 4x 3-month rotations through orthopaedics/surgical ward, medical ward, subacute inpatients, and outpatients.

Duties Include:

• Competent in conducting a thorough, systematic assessment that addresses client's issues and concerns, including referral to other services where required.
• Demonstrate good clinical judgement in using assessment findings and evidence-based knowledge to formulate an individualised treatment plan across all core areas of physiotherapy.
• Provide information and consult with the client/families about the treatment plan.
• Deliver effective treatment and provide the client with self-management skills.
• Reassess client and progress treatment when appropriate.
• Appropriate reflection and escalation to Senior clinicians when managing complex and novel tasks.

New graduate Physiotherapists will be supported through a comprehensive training, orientation and competency development program, with guidance from an experienced team of senior and clinical specialist physiotherapists. Ongoing education, professional development and participation in research and quality improvement activities are also strongly encouraged to support continued clinical and professional growth.

About you

This position is open to newly graduating physiotherapists who will obtain a recognised university degree in Physiotherapy by the end of 2026 and be authorised to practise as a Physiotherapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) by 25th January 2027. Applicants must also be available to work weekends.

The criteria outlined in the application must be addressed; however, applicants will be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria contained within the attached Position Description.

Applicants must attach or send all current academic transcripts, including University Academic Record and APP practicum assessment forms (including clinical supervisor comments) with this application.

Essential Criteria

• Demonstrated competence and good clinical judgement in providing individualised treatment for a broad range of clients.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of both the multidisciplinary team and the physiotherapy team.
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills enabling effective and efficient delivery of support to a diverse population.
• Demonstrated ability to seek assistance and realise professional limitations.
• Demonstrated commitment to own personal responsibilities, professional development and evidence-based practise.

Requirements

Must hold qualifications recognised for registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia and hold general registration (or be eligible for same) with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia via AHPRA. Applicants must also demonstrate a sound undergraduate academic record and provide a current academic transcript (including Clinical Placement APP assessments and Clinical educator comments) as part of their online application.

• Current unencumbered NSW drivers licence and willingness to travel across sites for meetings and clinical care provision
• A willingness to work on a 7 day rotating roster including weekend work.

What we can offer you

At Hunter New England Health , enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• Relocating? The Welcome Experience offers free support to help you and your family settle into your new community.
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Additional information

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via [e-mail] or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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