Physiotherapist - Aged Care

The Benevolent Society; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

A flexible community service organization in Hurstville seeks a Physiotherapist for its aged care team. The role involves enhancing the health of older people through assessments, treatments, and community engagement. Candidates should have a Physiotherapy degree, current AHPRA registration, and strong knowledge of aged care practices. Offering competitive salary, hybrid work options, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration is essential.
• Valid First Aid certificate and driver's licence are required.
• Experience in aged care clinical practices is needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home and community-based physiotherapy assessments.
• Coach staff on best clinical practices.
• Develop evidence-based care plans for complex needs.

Skills

Knowledge of person-centred care

Clinical best practices

Time management

Mentoring skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy

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Base pay range

A$85,000.00/yr - A$105,000.00/yr

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Talent Acquisition Specialist at The Benevolent Society

• Full time position based on Bidjigal Country in Hurstville (part-time options available)
• Up to $103k + Super + Salary Packaging
• Flexible Friendly organisation

Who We Are

Join The Benevolent Society, a flexible, friendly organisation with over 200 years of history empowering Australians to live their best lives. We’re independent, non-religious, and deeply committed to reconciliation and inclusion.

About the role

As a Physiotherapist in our community aged care team, you'll play a vital role in enhancing the health, mobility, and wellbeing of older people, helping them live the life they never thought possible. You'll deliver hands-on clinical care, provide advice to colleagues on client needs, and support the development of our team to ensure high-quality, person-centred services across the board. Join us in creating a future where ageing is lived with dignity, purpose, and joy!

Duties

• Provide in-home and community-based physiotherapy assessments and treatments tailored to each client's goals, ensuring timely documentation and care aligned with wellness and enablement principles.
• Coach and train staff on clinical best practices, participate in clinical competency frameworks, and offer ongoing advice to enhance the quality of services delivered to older clients.
• Develop holistic, evidence-based care plans for clients with complex needs, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and advocate for client autonomy and quality of life.
• Build and maintain strong community and industry connections, contribute to marketing efforts, and develop referral pathways to support service awareness, growth, and high client engagement.
• Adhere to the Aged Care Act 2024 and Quality Standards, contribute to continuous service evaluation, and uphold high clinical governance standards to maintain top-tier service outcomes.

We support people to live their best life. That includes you, our employee. A ‘best life’ is unique to everyone and can change as life changes:

• Salary Benefits -You can package up to $15,900 pa of your pre-tax salary to pay for everyday expenses before income tax is calculated, meaning you take home even more pay!
• Motor Vehicle Packaging Options – to suit your lifestyle.
• Work/Life Balance - Enjoy flexible work arrangements, including hybrid home/office options, and accrue an additional day off each month (a bonus of 12 days per year) as a full-time employee.
• Recognition and Reward - Sector competitive remuneration, various recognition programs and access to long service leave after 5 years.
• Wellness - Stay fit with a Fitness passport, utilise our Employee Assistance Program, and even purchase additional leave.
• Professional Development - We tailor career development opportunities to all employees and volunteers for career enrichment, fulfilment, and growth.
• Our Reconciliation Commitment – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees are entitled up to 2 days paid plus up to 10 days unpaid cultural leave, as well as the option to be a voice on reference networking groups, the opportunity for cultural and professional development that supports career pathways and your social and emotional wellbeing.

Skills and Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy with current AHPRA registration is essential.
• Valid First Aid certificate (with annual CPR) and current driver’s licence with a willingness to travel.
• Strong knowledge of person-centred care and contemporary aged care clinical practices.
• Ability to mentor and support care staff, fostering skill development and improved client outcomes.
• Excellent time management skills and a commitment to service quality and business excellence.

If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, then we want to hear from you. The Benevolent Society recognises and values cultural knowledge and wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, we therefore strongly encourage you to apply. We are strongly committed to being an Employer of Choice, one who offers, provides, and practices cultural safety in our workplace.

Interested? Apply online today!

Please submit your current CV and cover letter outlining your suitability and interest in the role.

Have a question or not sure if you meet the criteria? Contact Saiesha Moodley on 0479 195 093 for a confidential, friendly chat today.

The Benevolent Society respects and promotes human rights and diversity. We are committed to building an inclusive culture where individuals from all backgrounds and identities are not only welcomed but valued. We pride ourselves on being a client safe and child safe organisation, which is why all staff and volunteers undergo comprehensive employment screening. We value relationships with local Aboriginal community and welcome applications from its members. To ensure you are best supported with your application if you have any specific needs requiring a reasonable adjustment, let us know what accommodations you require.

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Seniority level

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