The Team:
We offer an exciting and rewarding place to work, featuring contemporary, evidence-informed practice that sees our Physiotherapists closely linked to the broader multidisciplinary team. You will serve as an important piece of the Physiotherapy leadership team and provide expert clinical advice and oversight of the early intervention of people with hip and knee arthritis awaiting hip or knee surgery.
The Role:
- Lead the early intervention assessment program and coordinate case management, including supervision and direction of Allied Health members of the team: Dietitian, Occupational Therapist, Pharmacist and Rehabilitation Physiotherapist.
- Provide expert clinical opinion (assessment and refer appropriately) for patients on the orthopaedic waiting list.
- Supervise and coordinate the management of rehabilitation provided by relevant physiotherapy staff for patients who are on the waiting list.
- Audit and manage Early Intervention programs across North West (NW) sites to ensure new programs are achieving expectations of Executive.
- Engage, communicate and liaise with all stakeholders e.g. referring doctors, orthopaedic team, regarding the development of early intervention programs.
- Provide strategic advice on the direction and development of the early intervention orthopaedic project.
- Provide appropriate clinical support to the Rehabilitation Physiotherapist entailing supervision and advice re: appropriate patients to commence Rehabilitation Program.
You will need
- Highly developed leadership and communication skills
- Advanced skills and experience assessing people with Osteoarthritis and prescription of intervention programs for those listed for hip and knee arthroplasty
- Skills in educating and mentoring team members
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:
Fixed term, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from 18 May 2026 until 4 January 2027.
*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.
Salary: $123,717 to $134,336 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Union Wages Agreement No.2 of 2022
- Please note that access to salaries beyond $130,900 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme
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.
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.
David Carter
Manager - Physiotherapy
Phone: 0458 346 664
Email: david.carter@ths.tas.gov.au
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