The Team:
The Community Rehabilitation Unit (CRU) is a multidisciplinary team of Allied Health, Nursing and Client Service Officers who provide outpatient rehabilitation services to adults living with complex rehabilitation needs in the Southern Tasmanian community
CRU accepts referrals for adults who have a new diagnosis of a complex medical condition, (for example, Stroke, TBI, SCI, Amputee, Parkinson’s & MS) and following recent hospitalisation or an abrupt change to their existing medical condition that may benefit from an episode of centre-based allied health and nursing rehabilitation.
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The Role:
Working as a Physiotherapist within the Community Rehabilitation Unit (CRU), you will be based in a modern, state‑of‑the‑art facility delivering high‑quality rehabilitation services across a varied caseload. You’ll be part of a supportive team that is committed not only to excellent client care but also to fostering professional growth and career development.
This role is ideal recent graduates or experienced physiotherapists, offering a diverse caseload and strong opportunities to expand and strengthen clinical skills.
In the role of physiotherapist, you will:
- Deliver evidence‑based assessment, treatment and discharge planning for clients referred to CRU.
- Work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team.
- Contribute to group programs, client and carer education, and case conferences.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and meet professional and organisational standards.
- Delegate and monitor tasks undertaken by Allied Health Assistants.
You will need:
- Contemporary knowledge of physiotherapy and rehabilitation practice.
- The ability to exercise professional judgement, work with general supervision and seek guidance when required.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills, including the ability to work effectively with clients, carers and colleagues.
- Effective time‑management skills to prioritise a varied caseload.
- Commitment to ongoing learning, quality improvement and evidence‑based practice.
- Competence in using clinical systems and general computer applications.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Why Tasmania:
The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.
Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.
Details of appointment:
Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Position Features:
- Travel within Southern Tasmania may be a requirement of this role.
Salary: $73,834 to $111,364 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022.
Salary Packaging:
You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Allowances:
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
- Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
- Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility:
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
- Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Physiotherapy Board of Australia
- Registered with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia
*Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of these may be checked at any time during employment. It is the employee’s responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Employer if their circumstances change. This includes notifying the Employer if a registration/licence is revoked, cancelled or has its conditions altered. Insert the essential requirement from SOD (excluding pre-employment check as it already outlined in the application guide)
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Application Guide:
How to apply:
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1–2-page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Sarah Black
Position: Team Leader - Physiotherapy
Phone number: 03 6166 6904
Email address: sarah.black@ths.tas.gov.au
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