The Team:
The Inpatient Physiotherapy team at Mersey Community Hospital is a close-knit group of 8 working across the inpatient medical and rehabilitation wards. MCH is an exciting and rewarding place to work, featuring contemporary, evidence-informed practise that sees you closely linked to the whole multidisciplinary team
The Role:
The North West Physiotherapy team are a dynamic and creative group who enable people of all ages to participate in everyday activities they find meaningful. Working with this team, the Physiotherapy Assistant will assist with the daily functioning of physiotherapy services, such as:
- Assist the Physiotherapists in the provision of optimal care for in-patients admitted with diagnosis including, but not restricted to, respiratory conditions, neurological disorders, falls, surgical and orthopaedic conditions.
- Directly assist Physiotherapists with treatments requiring more than one person and implement Physiotherapy programs following assessment and development of a written plan by a Physiotherapist. This includes gait re-education and practice of exercise programs.
- Prepare, clean and maintain Physiotherapy equipment and the general department in line with infection control standards.
- Assist Physiotherapist's with administrative and auditing tasks using Microsoft programs.
- Assist in the running of outpatient group exercise programs including Cardiac Rehabilitation, Pulmonary Rehabilitation and G:LAD.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
Permanent, part time, day worker position, working up to 45.6 hours per fortnight, commencing from 15 April 2026.
*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: $67,193 to $72,126 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Union Wages Agreement 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.
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
- 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:
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.
Laura Inkson
Deputy Manager - Inpatient Services Physiotherapy
Phone: 0429 177 673
Email: laura.inkson@ths.tas.gov.au
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