Paediatric Physiotherapist - Incentives Offered

NSW Health; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a progressive health service in Tamworth as a Physiotherapist Level 3, delivering expert care to children. This part-time, temporary position offers a supportive team environment, opportunities for professional development, and competitive remuneration. Engage in community health initiatives while contributing to children's health and well-being in a picturesque setting.

Benefits

Salary packaging options

Employee Assistance Program for staff and family

Fitness Passport

Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme

Qualifications

• Physiotherapist with AHPRA registration required.
• Passionate about child development and holistic client care.
• Experience delivering culturally responsive services.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive paediatric physiotherapy services.
• Plan and evaluate services for clinical effectiveness.
• Support NDIS transitions and conduct client planning.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Authority to Practice with AHPRA

Job description

Empowering children to thrive - deliver expert paediatric physiotherapy care across hospital, home, and community

Remuneration: $61.36 - $62.84 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging
Location: Tamworth Community Health Service
Employment Type : Temporary Part Time – Until December 2025
Position Classification : Physiotherapist Level 3
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ588214
Applications Close: Sunday 13th July 2025

At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. *
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• Salary packaging options
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

About the role:

This role will see you provide comprehensive and evidence based paediatric physiotherapy services to children with typical development problems, including developmental delay, musculoskeletal and neurological conditions.

You will be based within the Tamworth Child and Family Allied Health team, which forms part of a broader Allied Health team that provides support and a range of professional development opportunities.

You will be responsible for the following:

• Providing in reach to Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital special care nursery and maternity ward to infants with developmental issues.
• Supporting transition of clients from the health service to NDIS and other disability services where appropriate.
• Planning, implementing, evaluating and reporting on services to promote effectiveness and efficiency of clinical service delivery.

Where you'll be working:

Tamworth is a modern, progressive city set in a picturesque backdrop of tree covered mountains. Renowned for its diversity and experiences, Tamworth proves that a rural lifestyle can be complimented by a thriving city experience. Make life-long friends and embrace the incredible lifestyle that Tamworth has to offer!

This position sits within the Child and Family Allied Health Team at Tamworth Community Health Service. The Child and Family Allied Health team is a large multidisciplinary team providing clinical services to children aged 0-17 years of age in Tamworth and surrounding areas.We’re a positive, tight-knit team that values connection and collaboration. We celebrate birthdays, participate in community events, and support one another through regular supervision and informal catch-ups. There’s a genuine sense of camaraderie that extends beyond the day-to-day work.

You will work in partnership with other physiotherapists and professionals, including but not exclusive to occupational therapists, Paediatricians Aboriginal Health Workers and child and family nurses. You will be supported clinically by the Northern Profession Lead for physiotherapy and engage in monthly clinical supervision.

About you:

We are looking for someone who is passionate about child development and approaches client care through a holistic framework. You will demonstrate a strong work ethic, excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently. Additionally, you will bring valuable experience in delivering culturally responsive services, ensuring inclusive and respectful support for diverse communities.

Requirements :

• Physiotherapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA

Additional Information:

• * Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. Please note: if your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme . For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact [e-mail] .
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
• Hunter New England Health 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.

Need more information?

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For role related queries or questions contact Marisa Barnes on [e-mail]

I nformation for Applicants:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

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This is a Category A position . Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

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