Physiotherapist

NSW Health; Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Salary packaging

Professional development

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

NSW Health in Wagga Wagga is seeking a Physiotherapist to join a rotational team at the hospital. The role covers Acute aged care, Critical care, Inpatient Rehabilitation and Orthopaedics, contributing to diverse clinical settings with a strong emphasis on patient-centred care.

The ideal candidate holds a Physiotherapy degree, AHPRA registration, and a current Class C Driver Licence with willingness to travel as needed. This temporary full-time position enables meaningful regional health impact.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy with current AHPRA registration.
• Current Class C Driver Licence with willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centred, evidence-based physiotherapy services.
• Rotational role across Acute aged care, Critical care, Inpatient Rehabilitation, Orthopaedics.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Time management

Evidence-based practice

Education

Bachelors in Physiotherapy

Job description

Employment Type:Temporary Full Time (from February 2027 until 02 April 2028 – with possible extension)
Position Classification:Physiotherapist – Level 1 - 2
Remuneration:$79,419.00 - $113,301.00 per annum, pro rata(+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Hours Per Week:up to 38
Location: Wagga Wagga

About the role:

The Physiotherapy department at Wagga Wagga Base Hospital is looking for a hardworking and team-oriented Physiotherapist to join our team.

This position is rotational and covers a wide range of areas including:

Acute aged care

Critical care

Inpatient Rehabilitation

Orthopaedics

Our team currently consists of around 20 Physiotherapists who play a crucial role in the hospital and community settings. The hospital and outpatient departments are modern and spacious.

What MLHD can offer:

At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job — we offer the chance to make a real difference.

Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.

Flexible Working Arrangements - Designed to support work-life balance, aligned with NSW Health policy.

Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.

Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career development opportunities.

Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy with current Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration

Strong clinical knowledge and experience delivering patient-centred, evidence-based physiotherapy services across diverse clinical settings

Highly organised with strong time management and prioritisation abilities

Commitment to professional development, continuous improvement and evidence-based practice

Current Class C Driver Licence with willingness to travel as required for the role

For role related queries or questions contact Jason Huang – Physiotherapist in Charge on ************@health.nsw.gov.au for a confidential chat.

MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined intheNSW Health OASV Policy(Page 11).You will be required to complete theOASV Undertaking/ Declaration FormandTB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.