Senior Physiotherapist (Lvl 3) - Rehabilitation - Temp FT

South Western Sydney Local Health District; Canterbury-Bankstown; Hybrid; AUD 106,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Salary packaging

Annual leave loading

Flexible work options

Job summary

South Western Sydney Local Health District's Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital is seeking a Senior Physiotherapist to provide advanced rehabilitation care for aged care and general wards. The role includes clinical governance, line management, teaching and supervising junior staff, AHAs and students, and leading service improvement initiatives.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based, patient-centred care and contribute to research aimed at better health outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Recognised degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent.
• Experience in line management, supervision and teaching of staff and students.
• Experience providing advanced physiotherapy assessment and treatment for complex rehabilitation patients.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based care.
• Experience leading/service development, quality improvement and research.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical governance across aged care and general rehabilitation wards.
• Oversee line management, supervision, teaching and training of staff and students.
• Provide advanced physiotherapy assessment and treatment for complex rehabilitation needs.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centred care.
• Lead service development, quality improvement initiatives and clinical research.

Skills

Advanced clinical reasoning

Leadership & mentoring

AHPRA registration

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education & supervision

Education

Physiotherapy degree

Job description

Requisition ID: REQ705573 Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week, up until January 2028 Remuneration: $2,329.84 - $2,405.33 per week+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Location: Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital Applications close: 22/11/2026 Contact: Leena Chan - A/HOD Physiotherapy on 0459 869 856 | [e-mail] With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great

Build your leadership experience and physiotherapy career at Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital, leading high-quality rehabilitation care while using your advanced clinical expertise to support patients with complex needs and achieve meaningful outcomes.

• Join a supportive and experienced Aged Care and Rehabilitation Physiotherapy team committed to professional development and continuous improvement.
• This Senior Physiotherapist position provides clinical governance across Aged Care and General Rehabilitation wards and supports service delivery and workforce coordination across the Aged Care and Rehabilitation team, in collaboration with the Aged Care and Rehab Physiotherapist Team Leader, Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist and Head of Department.
• The position is responsible for line management, supervision, teaching and training of Level 1-2 Physiotherapists, AHAs and Students.
• Provide advanced physiotherapy assessment and treatment for patients with complex rehabilitation needs.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, evidence-based and patient-centred rehabilitation care.
• Opportunity to lead and contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical research aimed at enhancing patient care and health outcomes.

Are You the Right Fit?

The ideal candidate is an experienced and motivated physiotherapist with advanced clinical reasoning skills and a demonstrated strong passion for aged care and rehabilitation. You need to be a collaborative and supportive leader who confidently manages complex patients, mentors junior staff and contributes to service improvement, while delivering high-quality, evidence-based and patient-centred care within a multidisciplinary team.

• Advanced clinical reasoning and experience managing complex aged care and rehabilitation patients.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to supervise and support junior staff, AHAs and students.
• A collaborative and respectful communication style, including the ability to navigate complex personalities, manage differing opinions constructively, and build effective working relationships.
• A commitment to evidence-based, patient-centred care and achieving positive rehabilitation outcomes.
• A passion for quality improvement, service development, research and clinical innovation, with a focus on continually enhancing physiotherapy services and patient outcomes.
• The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team, contributing to a positive and supportive workplace culture.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development, reflective practice and lifelong continuous learning, excellent coaching and behaviour-change skills, with the ability to educate, motivate and empower patients and families to fully engage in rehabilitation, supporting the delivery of high-intensity, evidence-based practice and improved functional outcomes.

Selection Criteria

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

• Do you have current registration as a Physiotherapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)?
• Do you have a recognised degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent? Please attach a copy of your degree with your application
• Describe your experience in line management, supervision, teaching and training of Level 1–2 Physiotherapists, AHAs and students.
• Describe your experience in providing advanced physiotherapy assessment and treatment for patients with complex rehabilitation needs.
• Describe your experience working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, evidence-based and patient-centred rehabilitation care.
• Describe your experience in leading or contributing to service development, quality improvement initiatives and clinical research aimed at enhancing patient care and health outcomes.

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Position Information

Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.

Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact [e-mail]

We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

Aboriginal Workforce

For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [e-mail]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

Financial Perks

• 12% superannuation
• Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
• Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
• One extra day off each month for full-time employees
• Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
• Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.

Health & Wellbeing

• Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
• Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
• Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

• Vaccination Requirements All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.

Child Safe Employment

• South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Temporary Positions

• For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.