Physiotherapist - Weekend

Chris O'Brien Lifehouse; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax savings

Meal/Entertainment card

Fitness Passport

EAP

Job summary

Chris O’Brien Lifehouse in Camperdown, Sydney, Australia, invites applications for a Level 1/2 Casual Weekend Physiotherapist. You will deliver comprehensive physiotherapy assessments and interventions in ICU and acute wards as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to high-quality patient care and safety.

The role requires an approved Physiotherapy degree and AHPRA registration, with a minimum of 2 years in acute hospital settings; ICU experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy.
• Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive physiotherapy assessment and intervention in ICU and acute wards.
• Deliver high-quality, autonomous physiotherapy services within a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrate evidence-based practice and clinical judgement.
• Prioritise and manage caseload effectively under time pressures.
• Engage patients and families with clear communication and education.

Skills

Acute care

ICU experience

Cardiorespiratory

Surgical care

Neurological

Musculoskeletal

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

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.

• 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)
• Access EAP

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).

• 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.