Physiotherapist - Community-Centered Care in Cairns

Queensland Health; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Health's Cairns Hospital is seeking a Physiotherapist to join the Allied Health Services in a First Nations focused role. The position involves delivering physiotherapy services across a rotational roster in line with professional and ethical standards, within a large regional service.

You will contribute to safe, evidence-based care, manage caseloads, maintain accurate records, and participate in quality improvement activities while supporting cultural safety and patient-centred

Qualifications

• Strong time management and prioritisation to manage caseloads.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality in care delivery.
• Ability to work with diverse cultural, religious, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Engagement in research, education, training and quality/service improvement using evidence-based principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage an appropriate caseload with high-level time management and accurate patient records.
• Commit to patient safety and quality by following governance policies and participating in safety practices.
• Ensure respectful treatment of patients and staff from diverse backgrounds.
• Contribute to development/review of clinical practices and participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Time management

Prioritisation

Communication with diverse groups

Clinical governance

Evidence-based practice

Job description

Queensland Health's Cairns Hospital is seeking a Physiotherapist to join the Allied Health Services in a First Nations focused role. The position involves delivering physiotherapy services across a rotational roster in line with professional and ethical standards, within a large regional service.

You will contribute to safe, evidence-based care, manage caseloads, maintain accurate records, and participate in quality improvement activities while supporting cultural safety and patient-centred