Physiotherapist (508310)

Job Description:

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Consider moving to Tasmania to explore wonderful beaches, mountains, world heritage listed national parks and hinterland villages. Living in Tasmania you will experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, world-renowned food and wine, a relaxed island lifestyle with a great work life balance, and a fascinating history.

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.

• View the video at the top of this ad to meet two members of our staff and hear what they have to say about the physiotherapy service at the Royal Hobart Hospital. If you would like to find out more about working with us, please email [email protected] one of our rotational physiotherapists.

Details of Appointment

Permanent, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

*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 and part time vacancies.

Salary:

$67,867 - 102,493 pro-rata, per annum. Our Employer 10.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

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 $724 per annum or the ability to accrue funds for up to five years.
• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

• Registered with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia
• Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

1. Conviction checks in the following areas:

• Crimes of violence
• sex related offences
• serious drug offences
• crimes involving dishonesty

2. Identification check
3. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.

Statement of Duties

• Generic Physiotherapist HP1-2 (June 2022) WWCT HR22.pdf
• Generic Physiotherapist HP1-2 (June 2022) WWCT HR22.docx

Applicant Guide

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.pdf
• Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.docx

How to Apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures 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.

Please note:

• We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties.
• All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
• Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

For more information Contact

Elisabeth Pilgrim

Deputy Manager - Physiotherapy Services
Phone: (03) 6166 8101
E-mail: [email protected]

Important information

The email account you provide when submitting job applications will be used in correspondence to you. It is important that this is kept up to date and monitored regularly.

To update your email address (or contact number), log in to www.jobs.tas.gov.au and look for “Existing applicant login” where you can update your details

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