Physiotherapist- Allied Health Reliever Program

Hunter New England Local Health District; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 122,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for PT)

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging options

Fitness Passport

EAP for staff

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking a Physiotherapist for the Allied Health Reliever Program across our New England Northwest facilities. You will provide planned leave coverage and manage a diverse caseload spanning adult and paediatric inpatients, outpatients, and community services.

This full-time temporary role runs through December 2027. Salary is $121,568.00 to $125,507.00 per year plus superannuation and salary packaging, with on-site supervision and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Strong clinical dietetic skills across adult and/or paediatric practice.
• Excellent communication skills to engage with patients, families and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organisation and the ability to manage your caseload across different settings.
• Confidence and independence, with a willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Provide planned leave coverage in blocks across diverse settings.
• Manage your own caseload across adult and paediatric inpatients, outpatients and community services.
• Work with different Allied Health teams and receive on-site supervision and professional development.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Caseload management

Independent learner

Education

Authority to Practice (AHPRA)

Job description

Love variety? Take your physiotherapy skills across rural and regional NSW!

Employment Type: Full-Time Temporary Dec 2027

Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 3 Allied Health Reliever Program

Remuneration: $121,568.00 to $125,507.00 + superannuation + salary packaging

Hours Per Week: 38 hours per week

Requisition ID: REQ702590

Location: New England North West

Applications Close: Monday 9th November 2026

About The Role And Where You Will Be Working

Enjoy flexibility, variety and the opportunity to broaden your clinical experience as a Physiotherapist with the Allied Health Reliever Program across our New England Northwest facilities.

You’ll provide planned leave coverage in blocks, managing your own caseload across diverse settings, including adult and paediatric, inpatient, outpatient and community services.

Supported by the Allied Health Directorate, this unique program offers the chance to work with different teams, build your skills and make a meaningful difference to rural and regional communities.

About You

• Strong clinical dietetic skills across adult and/or paediatric practice.
• Excellent communication skills to engage with patients, families and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organisation and the ability to manage your caseload across different settings.
• Confidence and independence, with a willingness to learn and adapt.

You’ll be supported every step of the way with on-site clinical supervision, service orientation, Allied Health Directorate oversight and professional development opportunities. Each placement offers the chance to build your skills, broaden your experience and learn from different teams.

Requirements

Physiotherapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA

What We Can Offer

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:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• 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.

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At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. Please contact [e-mail] for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

HNE 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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