The Team:
Physiotherapy Services provides acute, sub-acute and community physiotherapy services to patients within the THS-South. This position sits within the Physiotherapy Medical Services Team which is the largest of the six teams in the service.
In the role of Senior Physiotherapist – Oncology you will work with other oncology physiotherapists to provide evidence-based physiotherapy services to cancer patients in an inpatient, outpatient, multidisciplinary clinic and community exercise group setting. The Oncology Physiotherapy Service was established in 2021. It is active in research and well supported by the multidisciplinary Cancer and Blood Services Team.
The Senior Physiotherapist - Oncology position is based at the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) and involves work on site and at outlying Community Health Services.
The Role:
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Physiotherapist to work in the area of oncology in the Physiotherapy Medical Services Team to coordinate and provide physiotherapy services to cancer patients in the Inpatient Oncology ward at the RHH, and to outpatients at the RHH and other Community Health Centres.
Within the Department Framework and in accordance with Agency Policy and Procedures the Senior Physiotherapist- Oncology will, work as part of the Physiotherapy Medical Services Team and Hospital South Cancer and Blood Services to:
• Provide high quality, evidence driven physiotherapy oncology care collaboratively with the patient/client and carer, and other members of the multidisciplinary team as relevant.
• Assist in the coordination of services and service development across Physiotherapy and Cancer Services.
• Provide clinical expertise and professional education to Physiotherapy, Allied Health, Medical and Nursing teams, and external agencies.
• Promote a learning culture supporting leadership and clinical supervision to junior physiotherapists, allied health assistants and undergraduate students working in the Medical Services Team.
You will need:
- Significant general and specific physiotherapist experience relevant to the identified clinical area/unit in conjunction with sound knowledge of relevant contemporary physiotherapy practice including assessment, intervention techniques, literature, resources, and equipment.
- Proven commitment to ongoing professional development and ability to supervise and educate other health professionals, undergraduate students and support workers and a continuing contribution to knowledge in the identified clinical area/unit.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a complex multidisciplinary environment.
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:
The successful applicant will be appointed to a permanent part-time day worker position working 45.6 hours per fortnight and, in addition, will take on a fixed-term part-time appointment working 30.4 hours per fortnight until 4 November 2026.
This means you’ll work full-time hours until 4 November 2026, after which you’ll continue in the permanent part-time role.
*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: $110,425 to $121,907 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 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:
- Please note that access to salaries beyond $119,290 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme
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 may be 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.
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: Trish Filby
Email address: patricia.filby@ths.tas.gov.au
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