The Team

Physiotherapy in Hospitals South is a team of close to 150 people, incorporating a mix of passionate locals and new Tasmanian adventurers who will welcome your energy and experience. The service consists of several teams across the acute, subacute and community domains.

We are seeking interest from an experienced physiotherapist in the clinical area of pelvic health and/ or paediatrics for a fixed term Team Leader (Senior Physiotherapist) vacancy.   This role will provide leadership and management to the pelvic health, lymphoedema and paediatric teams as well as to other specialist outpatient services onsite at the Royal Hobart Hospital.

As part of the Physiotherapy Services Team, the successful applicant will meet the selection criteria for this position and will possess strong skills leading teams, delivering high-quality care and progressing initiatives to improve service delivery. This Team Leader role is an integral part of the physiotherapy leadership team and will contribute to the efficient and effective delivery of evidence-based care across the service.

We offer a rewarding place to work that will see you working alongside an inclusive and innovative team. As a service, we are dedicated to the development of our people and will work to help you to achieve your goals as you make a significant contribution to the lives of our diverse community. 

The Role

• To manage and provide high level clinical leadership for, and contribute clinical services to, the Physiotherapy Women’s and Children’s and Lymphoedema team. 
• As part of this you will be responsible for the efficient and effective team operations in accordance with contemporary professional Physiotherapy service delivery standards.  Clinical experience in any of the areas of women’s health, pelvic health, continence and paediatrics, is desirable.
• To work collaboratively with the Head of Department, Deputy Head of Department, other Team Leaders and Clinical Leads to develop, implement, support and maintain governance systems within this team and the broader Physiotherapy Team.
• Participate in ongoing service development and strategic management of the identified team/s in a multidisciplinary context, and in collaboration with other allied health, nursing and medical disciplines locally and state-wide.

You will need

• Demonstrated extensive general physiotherapist experience and significant clinical expertise and/or team leadership experience in an identified clinical stream.
• Professional qualification or equivalent level of recognised professional competency and experience, or commitment to working towards an appropriate qualification that supports the position in health leadership and/or in the clinical area of expertise as related to the allocated team.
• Demonstrated initiative and commitment to providing a high standard of clinical care relevant to an extensive area health service and contemporary health care service delivery standards.

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 as soon as possible until 31 January 2028.

*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

$131,122 to $138,984 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 2025

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 $135,445 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 $1200 per annum, paid on a fortnightly, pro rata basis.

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

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

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: 

• Team Leader - Physiotherapy HP04

Application Guide:  

• Applicant Guide.docx

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.

*Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role 

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Elisabeth Pilgrim
Position: Deputy Head of Department - Physiotherapy
Phone number: 0447 308 218
Email address: elisabeth.pilgrim@ths.tas.gov.au

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