Senior Physiotherapist (Level 3) - Community Palliative Care

Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 106,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly ADO

Parental Leave

Salary Packaging

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Flu vaccination

Fitness Passport

Telehealth nutrition support

Job summary

Sydney Local Health District is seeking a Physiotherapist Level 3 to deliver community-based physiotherapy in the Palliative Care service at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. The role requires autonomous clinical judgement and experience with palliative care.

The successful candidate will have AHPRA registration, NSW drivers licence, and a background in clinical care across settings. A full-time arrangement is preferred, with possible job-share options for at least 20 hours.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA Physiotherapy Registration to practice, or eligible.
• Current NSW Driver's Licence (P1 and P2 acceptable).
• Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge across practice areas, including palliative care, Level 2 or higher.
• Ability to initiate, lead, and evaluate quality improvement initiatives or research.

Responsibilities

• Provide Physiotherapy in community palliative care with a high degree of autonomy.
• Exercise independent clinical judgement in client care.
• Contribute to quality improvement and patient outcomes.

Skills

Clinical expertise in palliative care

Independent clinical judgement

Quality improvement initiatives

Research literacy

Education

Physiotherapy degree

AHPRA registration

Tools

NSW Driver's Licence

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time; 38 hours per week or Temporary Part Time; minimum 20 hours per week up to January 2028 with the possibility of extension

Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 3

Remuneration: $2,329.24 - $2,405.33 per week + Superannuation

Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital

Requisition ID: REQ704497

About The Role

Sydney Local Health District is one of the fastest growing Local Health Districts in New South Wales. Our facilities and services are world class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring.

This is a District role providing Physiotherapy in the community setting for clients in the Palliative Care service. The role requires a high degree of autonomy and ability to exercise independent clinical judgement.

The successful applicant will have experience providing Physiotherapy within Palliative Care services as well as community-based experience. It is preferable that successfule applicant is available for a full time role however job share arrangements can be considered with minimum of 20 hours needed.

For more information, please view the Position Description.

Ideal Candidate

• Current AHPRA Physiotherapy Registration to practice as a physiotherapist, degree, or equivalent in physiotherapy and eligibility for membership of the Australian Physiotherapy Association.
• Current NSW Driver's Licence (P1 and P2 acceptable).
• Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge, skill and significant clinical experience in the provision of clinical care across a wide range of practice areas within their discipline, including palliative care, with experience at Level 2 or higher.
• Ability to initiate, lead, complete and evaluate quality improvement initiatives and/or research focused on patient/client outcomes.

Benefits and Perks!

• Monthly Accrued Day Off (ADO) for full-time employees, plus an additional public holiday during the Christmas period to enjoy with family and friends.
• Paid Parental Leave and Annual Leave Loading.
• Maximise your earnings with Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing, and a Meal Entertainment Allowance. Learn more through SalaryPackagingPlus.
• Access ongoing professional development opportunities through Sydney Education, including free courses, qualifications, and coaching programs.
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services available for employees and their immediate families.
• Complimentary annual influenza vaccination.
• Enjoy discounted Fitness Passport membership and access to free telehealth nutrition and wellness support from qualified professionals.

For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefit.

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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Applications Close: 9 November 2026

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