Senior Physiotherapist - Outpatients

NSW Health; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

NSW Health in Dubbo, NSW is seeking a Senior Physiotherapist to join the Outpatients department. This 16-hour-per-week temporary role focuses on delivering high-quality musculoskeletal care in an acute hospital setting.

You will demonstrate advanced skills in assessment, clinical decision-making, and leadership, with responsibility for coordinating care and supporting junior staff. Opportunities exist for involvement in discharge planning and quality improvements within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Advanced musculoskeletal assessment and care skills
• Independent professional judgement and problem solving
• Leadership and support for junior staff
• Planning, implementing, evaluating and reporting on physiotherapy services
• Quality improvement leadership and delivery in a clinical setting

Responsibilities

• Provide quality physiotherapy care to patients in Outpatients.
• Conduct advanced musculoskeletal assessments and formulate treatment plans.
• Lead and supervise junior physiotherapists and students as required.
• Plan, implement, evaluate and report on service delivery and outcomes.
• Identify and lead quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care.

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (Up to December 2027)
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 3
Remuneration: $61.31 - $63.30 per hour (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Dubbo, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 16
Applications Close: 13 Oct 2026 – 11:59pm

Senior Physiotherapist - Outpatients

About the role

This is an opportunity to join a supportive and motivated physiotherapy team in a primarily acute care hospital in a large regional Health Service.

This role of the Senior Physiotherapist in the Physiotherapy Outpatients Department provides quality physiotherapy care for patients presenting with a range of acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions. The role is required to demonstrate advanced skills in the provision of musculoskeletal assessment and care, as well as independent professional judgement and problem solving, leadership and support for junior staff. Some capacity and experience in general acute clinical care and discharge planning would is also beneficial.

The role will be supported by other experienced senior clinicians, will be involved in planning, implementing, evaluating and reporting on services, and identify, develop and lead quality improvement activities to ensure the delivery of high quality and consistent care.

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Craig Lennox on (02) 6809 8*** or at ************@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD