Physiotherapist (Level 4) - Emergency Department

Southern NSW Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 132,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Accrued Day Off

Paid Parental Leave

Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing

Upskill with courses & coaching

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Passport discounts

Telehealth nutrition resources

Job summary

Sydney Local Health District is seeking a dynamic Physiotherapist (Level 4) to join Canterbury Hospital Emergency Department. The role combines Primary Contact Physiotherapy and management of Secondary Contract referrals to optimize patient flow.

As senior ED physiotherapist, you will provide specialist musculoskeletal care and lead clinical mentoring, ensuring high-quality care and staff development. A Bachelor's or postgraduate degree in Physiotherapy and eligibility for AHPRA registration are

Qualifications

• Must hold a Bachelor's or postgraduate degree in Physiotherapy and be eligible for AHPRA registration.
• Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge in Musculoskeletal and Orthopaedic Physiotherapy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide Primary Contact Physiotherapy (PCP) in the ED and manage Secondary Contract referrals.
• Lead senior clinical decisions and mentoring of staff to improve patient flow and care quality.
• Collaborate with emergency department teams to optimise patient outcomes.

Skills

Advanced clinical knowledge

Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's or postgraduate degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

Physiotherapist (Level 4) - Emergency Department

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time (38 hours per week)
Position Classification:Physiotherapist Level 4
Remuneration:$131,585 - $134,775 per annum + Superannuation
Location: Canterbury Hospital
Requisition ID:REQ692206

Sydney Local Health District has a long and proud history of delivering care in the community including prevention, early intervention, assessment, treatment, health maintenance and continuing care services designed to improve and support the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.

About the Role

Canterbury Hospital is committed to providing high quality healthcare services to our local community, focused on patient and family-centred care. Since opening in 1929 our hospital continues to grow to meet the changing needs of our community and incorporate new models of care.

Canterbury Hospital is seeking a dynamic, highly skilled individual to fulfill a Primary Contact Physiotherapist role, as well as manage Secondary Contract referrals with our Emergency Department.

Provide specialist services within the Emergency Department (ED) and senior clinical leadership within physiotherapy, including optimisation of patient/client care delivery, as well as supporting the mentoring and development of staff. As the senior Emergency Department Physiotherapist, Level 4, the duties involve provision of both Primary Contact Physiotherapy (PCP) and Secondary Contact Physiotherapy (SCP) models of care within the ED. The PCP role provides high-quality musculoskeletal patient management assisting in improvement of patient flow in the ED and reducing length of stay.

• Must hold a Bachelor's or postgraduate degree in Physiotherapy, recognised for AHPRA Physiotherapy Registration and that provides eligibility for full membership of the Australian Physiotherapy Association.
• Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge, skill and significant clinical experience in the provision of Musculoskeletal and Orthopaedic Physiotherapy, to adults and children.
• Extensive experience and demonstrated ability in building and maintaining professional and therapeutic relationships through the application of written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

Has full availability to work on weekends (hours are usually between 9:30am -6:00pm)

Benefits and Perks

Monthly Accrued Day Off (for full time roles)

• Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance, visit SalaryPackagingPlus
• Upskill with free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) confidential counselling for staff and their families

Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy ( PD2026_004 ) .

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

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