Physiotherapist - Surgical Outreach

NSW Health; Kingswood; Presencial; AUD 122.000 - 126.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

NSW Health at Nepean Hospital in Sydney’s western suburbs is seeking a Physiotherapist Level 3 to provide Outreach Physiotherapy to Elective Joint Replacement patients, supporting their recovery after discharge.

You will contribute to planning, implementation, evaluation and reporting of the Outreach Physiotherapy Service across NBMLHD, collaborating with patients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based care through both face‑to‑face and telehealth appointments.

Formación

• Degree in Physiotherapy recognised by the Physiotherapy Board of Australia with current AHPRA registration.
• Postgraduate clinical experience with Orthopaedics and broad clinical areas.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication with ability to adapt style.
• Ability to independently problem-solve and maintain professional boundaries in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to advise service managers on Physiotherapy WH&S, clinical service development and design.
• Commitment to professional development and quality improvement/evidence-based practice.
• Current driver's licence and willingness to travel for work.

Responsabilidades

• Provide Outreach Physiotherapy services to Elective Joint Replacement patients to support recovery after discharge.
• Contribute to planning, implementation, evaluation and reporting of the Outreach Physiotherapy Service across NBMLHD.
• Deliver evidence-based physiotherapy care through a mix of face-to-face and telehealth appointments.
• Collaborate with patients and multidisciplinary teams to support rehabilitation goals.

Conocimientos

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Educación

Degree in Physiotherapy

AHPRA registration as Physiotherapist

Descripción del empleo

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time
Position Classification:Physiotherapist Level 3
Location: Nepean Hospital
Remuneration:$121,568.00 - $125,507.00 per annum
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ692443
Applications Close: 21/10/2026

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment,

working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

About Us

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions.

Nepean Hospital is a teaching hospital that provides tertiary referral services in emergency care, coronary care, diagnostics, gynaecology, paediatric, neonatal intensive care/ICU, maternity, mental health, rehabilitation, and surgery. The Nepean Campus has recently experienced tremendous growth and aims to support communities within and outside of Sydney’s western suburbs, providing world-class clinical facilities, services, and care.

Help patients regain confidence, mobility and independence by delivering high-quality physiotherapy care where it matters most, in the community. We are seeking a dedicated Physiotherapist to provide Outreach Physiotherapy services to Elective Joint Replacement patients, supporting their recovery and helping achieve positive outcomes following discharge from hospital.

In this rewarding role, you will contribute to the planning, implementation, evaluation and reporting of the Outreach Physiotherapy Service across NBMLHD. Working collaboratively with patients and multidisciplinary teams, you will deliver evidence-based physiotherapy care that supports each patient throughout their rehabilitation journey. As part of the Surgical Outreach service, you will provide post-discharge physiotherapy services through a combination of face‑to‑face and telehealth appointments. This innovative model of care offers the opportunity to deliver flexible, patient‑centred services while making a meaningful impact within the community.

If you are a motivated and collaborative clinician with strong communication skills, sound clinical judgement and a commitment to high-quality patient-centred care, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees

Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging

Novated Leasing

Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year

Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Fitness Passport

What you will bring to the role

• Degree in Physiotherapy or equal qualification recognised by the Physiotherapy Board of Australia and current registration with AHPRA as a Physiotherapist.
• Substantial postgraduate clinical experience and demonstrated high level of knowledge, skills and clinical experience in Orthopaedics and across a broad range of clinical areas
• Demonstrated high level verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to independently problem-solve and apply professional and ethical boundaries when working with complex situations as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to provide advice to service managers on Physiotherapy WH&S, clinical service development, practice and design in response to demands and client / stakeholder needs.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development and demonstrated knowledge of & experience with Quality Improvement & Evidence Based Practice
• Current Driver's Licence and willingness to use for work purpose travel.

Additional information

• NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.
• NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards
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