CCLHD - Physiotherapist Level 1/2 - Palliative Care

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 1/2
Remuneration: $37.03 - $52.83 per hour
Hours Per Week: 16
Location: CCLHD
Requisition ID: REQ578075
Applications Close: Sunday, 22nd June 2025 at 11:59pm

This is a maternity relief position and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency.

Do you have a passion to improve the quality of life and dignity for patients living with life limiting illness? Central Coast Local Health District invites you to join our dedicated team as a Physiotherapist Level 1/2 in Palliative Care.

As a key member of our multidisciplinary palliative care team, your role will be pivotal in the delivery high quality, evidenced based care to our patients and their family/carers.

About the Role

This position will primarily be based at Gosford Hospital. The purpose of this position is to provide Physiotherapy service in the inpatient Palliative Care unit. As part of the inpatient Physiotherapy team, you may also work across other clinical areas including but not limited to medical, surgical, oncology, neurology and aged care.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description.

About You

• You hold a Bachelors or postgraduate degree in Physiotherapy and registration as a Physiotherapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Agency with expertise in broad generalist and/or specialist knowledge within physiotherapy.
• You have a current unencumbered Drivers Licence and the ability to travel across the District as required.
• You have varied and extensive clinical Physiotherapy experience including experience in provision of Palliative Care Physiotherapy.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement. 

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance – Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits – Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing – Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth – Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

For more information, please visit Benefits at CCLHD

Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

Need More Information?

For role-related queries, please contact Rebecca Ormerod on:
Phone: 0484 299 414
Email: rebecca.ormerod@health.nsw.gov.au

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