HiTH Level 3 Senior Physiotherapist

• Provide expert care as a HiTH Physiotherapist, treating ortho, geriatric & respiratory clients.
• Our physiotherapists ensures personalised care, enhanced outcomes, and a support system tailored to each individual’s needs.
• Generous leave entitlements as per NSW Health (State) awards.

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to 01/11/2025)
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 3
Remuneration: $54.76 - $56.54 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)
Location: Westmead Hospital

Where you'll be working
Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) is responsible for providing primary and secondary health care for people living in the Auburn, Blacktown, and The Hills Shire, Cumberland and Parramatta Local Government Areas (LGAs) and tertiary care to residents of the Greater Western Region. We are committed to our vision of 'better health services for the people of western Sydney and beyond'. and to the delivery of health care or related services in line with our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment.

What you'll be doing
Hospital in the Home (HiTH)  Physiotherapists are responsible for the assessment and treatment of HITH clients, with primary client groups including orthopaedic, geriatric and respiratory medicine.  The physiotherapists work within a multidisciplinary team and participate in a case management model, and are responsible for providing a high quality physiotherapy service to the clients of HITH.  

The Senior Physiotherapist is responsible for the efficient and effective performance of the HITH Physiotherapy Team.  In consultation with HITH Management, the Senior Physiotherapist will develop, implement and review guidelines, policies and procedures for the physiotherapy treatment of HITH clients.  The Senior Physiotherapist is responsible for the clinical orientation and supervision of Grade 1- 2 HITH Physiotherapists and is expected to be actively involved in quality improvement activities and OH&S issues in relation to physiotherapy service provision and overall service development

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Criteria:

• Licence:  NSW Drivers licence Class C
• Qualification: Tertiary qualifications in Physiotherapy
• Registration: Current AHPRA General Physiotherapy Registration

Selection Criteria: 

• Extensive postgraduate experience, preferably in both hospital and within community settings
• Demonstrated experience in staff supervision, as well as experience in the clinical supervision of undergraduate physiotherapists
• Demonstrated skills in Physiotherapy assessment, planning and interventions for clients within community settings
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development and demonstrated knowledge of, and experience with, Quality Improvement & Evidence Based Practice within the community setting.
• High-level written and oral communication skills, computer competence and ability to use electronic medical records, word processing and databases
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Current NSW Drivers Licence

Requisition ID: REQ532358
Applications Close: 4th December 2024

Please be aware that due to the Christmas / New Year period, there may be a delay in the progress of your application.  The convenor of this position may not be in contact with you until the new year if you are successful in obtaining an interview.

Need more information?

• Discover more about the application process.
• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.  
• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
• For inquiries about the role, contact Amy Colli on 0456 398 049