Physiotherapist - Private Practise

Physio Clare; Clare; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GradFirst program

Relocation assistance

Flexible working hours

No weekend work required

Mentorship

Job summary

Physio Clare is seeking an experienced or newly graduated physiotherapist to join our team in the Clare Valley. You’ll work with a diverse caseload including musculoskeletal and sports injuries, aquatic physiotherapy, Pilates-based programs, and prevention strategies in a beautiful rural setting.

We offer strong professional development, mentorship, and relocation support under the RDWA GradFirst program, with flexible hours and no weekend work.

Qualifications

• Registration as physiotherapist with AHPRA.
• Evidence of professional development during university education.

Responsibilities

• Provide physiotherapy services across outpatient musculoskeletal, sports injuries, aquatic therapy and rehabilitation programs.
• Work within a supportive team with mentorship and professional development.
• Contribute to patient care plans focusing on long-term outcomes.
• Engage with community and rural health initiatives in Clare.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Independence

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

AHPRA registration for Physiotherapist (Australia)

Job description

Are you an experienced Physio looking for a tree-change? Or a newly-graduating physio looking for a supported role to kick-start your career?

Would you like to be supported by an accomplished and knowledgeable team and offering extensive professional development opportunities, is the country calling your name?

Physio Clare are looking for a physiotherapist to join their experienced team in the stunning Clare Valley. A rewarding move for a physiotherapist at any stage of your career, you will be servicing the large agricultural community that surrounds this beautiful and historic town.

With diversity, fantastic work-life balance and a delightful country lifestyle in this vibrant rural wine region, this opportunity could be the right move for you.

This role at Physio Clare is supported by an experienced team including Titled Musculoskeletal and Pain Physiotherapist. It includes professional development, up-skilling opportunities in your chosen field and mentorship, making this role right for both experienced and newly qualified physiotherapists.

This role offers great diversity with the opportunity to work with outpatient musculoskeletal and sports injuries, aquatic Physiotherapy, mat and equipment based Pilates, GLA:D OA hips and knees and GLA:D Back programs, Next Steps group Oncology Rehabilitation and more.

We strive to provide High Value Healthcare - our business model prioritises patient care over profit and we encourage our physiotherapists to implement treatment plans which create long term and meaningful change.

Our consulting hours are Monday to Friday 8:30am – 5.30pm, with after hours consultation only by appointment. No weekend work required! Short distance travel is required to access The Valleys Heated Therapy Pool and gym as required.

Our comprehensive New Graduate Program supported by the RDWA GradFirst program which provides a combined package of funding for up to $10,000. This program includes relocation assistance, orientation support, personal learning plan and professional development. The GradFirst program is designed to offer the best start possible in the physiotherapy profession. We are experienced in supporting recently graduated physios through early career needs. We value the importance of supporting our staff and their continuing chosen professional development in the years following completion of our new graduate program. We also offer set CPD programs and continuing flexible support for Year 2, Year 3 and Year 4 post-graduation.

For more information regarding the RDWA Grad First program and eligibility please see: https://ruraldoc.com.au/allied-health-nursing/gradfirst/

While this job will initially be covering a maternity leave position, opportunity for extended employment may be offered.

How are we supported?

• Regular meetings with an experienced physiotherapist
• Clinical chats as required and knowledge sharing for assessment and management planning.
• Monthly all-staff in-service sessions
• Regular caseload reviews to ensure we are not feeling overwhelmed
• Opportunities to shadow an experienced physiotherapist for learning and development

How are we rewarded?

• Flexible working hours
• * NO weekend work required
• Social events with the team
• Rural Doctors Workforce Agency GradFirst Program
• A supportive and encouraging work environment
• An opportunity to experience a rural community and lifestyle!

Essential:

• Qualifications acceptable for AHPRA registration as a physiotherapist in Australia
• Evidence of professional development during university education
• Current driver’s license and reliable vehicle
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a small team
• APA Membership
• A commitment to constantly enquire, to always improve
• Current WWC, Police check and First Aid training