The Role:
- Within the Southern Agency Framework, and in accordance with Department Policy and Procedures, the Physiotherapist will:
- Provide physiotherapy assessments and interventions to patients referred to the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) Physiotherapy Services.
- Participate in relevant quality improvement activities to ensure safe and effective delivery of patient care.
- Patient care is provided collaboratively with other members of the multidisciplinary team across relevant areas of the Agency as required.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
The Team:
Seeking enthusiastic physiotherapists including new graduates, to join our team of rotational physiotherapists across the acute, subacute and community settings.
We have a strong focus on professional and career development, supporting all members of the team as they work in a dynamic and innovative environment. We provide opportunities to learn alongside a diverse group of skilled colleagues, working collaboratively with patients throughout their healthcare journey.
Details of appointment:
Permanent, full time, day worker (with on-call) position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing in January 2025.
*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: $71,441 to $107,878 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% 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
Allowances:
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.
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:
- Any successful new graduates are eligible to join the 2025 Allied Health new graduate program
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
Eligibility:
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
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Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Physiotherapy Board of Australia.
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Registered with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia.
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Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration.
*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.
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of Essential requirements, Desirable requirements and 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: Sam de Zoete
Position: Deputy Manager - Physiotherapy Services
Phone number: 0427 392 584
Email address: sam.de.zoete@ths.tas.gov.au
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