Position details at Tasmanian Government

, Northwest, Cameroon -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jun, 26

Salary

121907.0

Posted On

16 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Physiotherapy Care, Clinical Supervision, Geriatric Conditions Management, Orthopaedic Conditions Management, Acute Medical Conditions Management, Discharge Planning, Complex Care Leadership, Evidence-Informed Practice, Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration, Service Coordination, Service Development, Handover Processes, Patient Flow Management, Minimal Supervision Work, Inpatient Setting Experience

Industry

Government Administration

Description

The Team: Seeking a senior physiotherapist to provide and maintain optimal physiotherapy care across the medical ward, COU ward and emergency department at the MCH. The inpatient physiotherapy team at MCH is a close-knit group of 8 working across the medical and rehabilitation wards. The 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: Within the Department Framework and in accordance with Agency Policy and Procedures the Senior Physiotherapist will, within a defined clinical team and/or other specified areas of the Hospitals: * Provide 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. * Clinically supervise Level 1-2 Physiotherapists and/or Allied Health Assistants (AHAs), and physiotherapy and/or AHA students, as required. * Work across the medical, COU and emergency wards at MCH providing specialised, senior Physiotherapy care. * Work closely with other senior physiotherapy staff to ensure excellent handover processes and timely patient flow across the broader THS. * Managing a diverse caseload including the management of geriatric, orthopaedic, and acute medical conditions. * Be a resource person to lead complex care and discharge planning. You will need: * High level physiotherapy experience. * Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision in a complex work environment. * Experience working in an inpatient, medical setting. Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. Details of appointment: Fixed term, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from 1 June 2026 until 28 May 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: $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 Agreement Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Union Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022 * Please note that access to salaries beyond $119,290 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 [https://www.health.tas.gov.au/careers/employee-benefits] 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 Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable: * Current Driver’s Licence * Postgraduate qualifications or working towards this in the identified clinical area 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: * Senior Physiotherapist HP03 (July 2023) CSU.docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt9N4I8vhcJCicB2jH63yd8jTloeh3infk1Qnt9OSXCl61IIUWlxBfJE0SbIq6hqSGjkuKBn4iePDelKSskdYZ32Y97koTYbFiKrKY9mCnlggyy4cljN5pcOmjC36h7DsbqLJKC9W8sE5ryYaoWQcFYg%7e%7e] Application Guide: * Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt7xNC1zRepzGVOcuhit-x_X05VsmEKgKgv-f7xtnolffFPr1YTeLthzIcS-4Y5fbPyNCErFrLa6BCdWj60jsHOaCgvyn3x2vO4WcUfx125gCEhtM0JPoEm2cdK_roMhjKfg7hWut2Bpw3UmYgtxQhXA%7e%7e] 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 - Physiotherapy Phone: 0429 177 673 Email: laura.inkson@ths.tas.gov.au [laura.inkson@ths.tas.gov.au] What it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania! Make It Tasmania | Move for a great lifestyle [https://makeittasmania.com.au/] One Health Podcast - Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1exxefRfdL4bmGiKhalgvw] One Health Podcast - Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-health-podcast/id1737709275] Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian [https://tasmanian.com.au/health/] Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023). Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

Responsibilities

The Senior Physiotherapist will provide specialized, senior physiotherapy care across the medical, COU, and emergency wards, collaborating with patients, carers, and the multidisciplinary team. This role also involves clinically supervising junior staff and AHAs, coordinating services, and leading complex care and discharge planning.