Physiotherapist - Weekend

Mylifehouse; Sydney; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free benefits up to $15,900

Meal/entertainment card tax-free $2,69

Subsidised gym membership

Workplace banking benefits

Access EAP

Job summary

Chris O’Brien Lifehouse in Sydney seeks a casual Weekend Physiotherapist to provide high‑quality assessments and interventions in ICU and acute wards as part of a multi‑disciplinary team. You will work autonomously within the Level 1/2 Casual Weekend Physiotherapy framework.

Applicants must hold a Physiotherapy degree with AHPRA registration, and have at least 2 years in an acute hospital setting; ICU experience is preferred. Strong IT, communication, and organisational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy with AHPRA registration.
• Minimum 2 years in acute hospital settings, ICU experience preferred.
• Proven skills across Cardiorespiratory, Surgical, Neurological, and Musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
• Strong communication and teamwork within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality physiotherapy assessment and intervention in ICU and acute wards.
• Provide autonomous, evidence-based care aligned with COBL pathways.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to optimise patient flow.

Skills

Physiotherapy

Acute care

ICU experience

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Physiotherapy degree

AHPRA registration

Job description

Join one of Australia’s leading comprehensive cancer centres and help shape the future of specialist cancer care.

Why Chris O’Brien Lifehouse?

Located in Camperdown, with excellent access to public transport, Chris O’Brien Lifehouse is a For-Purpose, world-class cancer hospital integrating treatment, research, education, and emotional support under one roof. With 149 inpatient beds, 11 operating theatres, 18 ICU-level beds, day therapy and radiotherapy services, we offer advanced technologies in a purpose-built facility designed to support patients and staff alike.

Benefits:

• Increase your take home pay with up to $15,900 tax free benefit + retail benefits
• Meal and entertainment card tax free benefit $2,690
• Subsidised gym membership through Fitness Passport (for you and your family)
• Workplace banking benefits
• Access EAP

The Role

Join our physiotherapy team in this Level 1/2 Casual Weekend Physiotherapy position. The role is expected to provide comprehensive, high-quality, timely and safe physiotherapy assessment and intervention as an integral part of the multidisciplinary health care team for patients of COBL. You will provide a high-quality, autonomous service in our ICU and acute wards (surgical and medical oncology).

Essential Criteria:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Physiotherapy and registration as a Physiotherapist with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in the acute hospital setting, ICU experience preferred.
• Demonstrated core competency skills across acute medical and surgical inpatients: including Cardiorespiratory, Surgical, Neurological and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.
• Demonstrated effective communication using information technology, written, verbal and interpersonal skills, to both engage patients/clients and work effectively with the multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise independent professional judgement in the provision of clinical care using evidence based practice, commensurate with years of experience.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritise and organise own work/caseload
• Ability to respond to the demands and pressures of the role while managing time effectively.

For further information, contact COBL Physiotherapy Team Leader on 85140576.

A Workplace That Welcomes Everyone

At Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, we are committed to a culture of inclusion and respect. We value the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our team and actively support, staff from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ communities, Indigenous staff, people living with disabilities, and people of all ages and faiths.