Rotational Level 1/2 Physiotherapist

At St George Hospital, we’re proud to offer a dynamic and supportive environment for physiotherapists who are passionate about delivering excellence in patient care and driving innovation.

As part of our team, you’ll benefit from:

• Exceptional leadership and development opportunities, including the Effective Leadership Program and our first-of-its-kind Emerging Leaders Program—designed within the department to support aspiring leaders through hands-on leadership experience and the development of a tailored leadership portfolio.
• First hand clinical experience working under the guidance of experienced Clinical educators and clinical supervision program. Ability to participate in student education program.
• A thriving social and wellbeing culture, led by an active committee curating events and initiatives that foster connection and balance—both inside and outside of work.
• A shared commitment to our vision and ways of working, creating a united, positive, and purpose-driven workplace.
• Diverse rotation opportunities, including a unique trauma rotation—exclusive to our role as a tertiary trauma hospital.
• Exciting developments ahead, with our brand-new Allied Health building opening in January 2026, featuring modern workspaces, a state-of-the-art rehab centre, and cutting-edge rehab technology including robotics.
• A workplace that values quality, research, and innovation, encouraging continuous improvement and evidence-based practice.

Be part of a team that’s shaping the future of physiotherapy—supportive, progressive, and deeply committed to making a difference for our patients and the team we work with.

Benefits

• Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
• Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
• Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
• Discounted Private Health Insurance.
  

Selection Criteria for our ideal candidate: 

• Qualifications in accordance with Schedule C of the NSW Health Service Health Professionals (State) Award and Physiotherapy Board of Australia; and demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development.
• Demonstrated core competency skills in Physiotherapy.
• Demonstrated high level written, verbal and interpersonal skills, to both engage patients/clients and work effectively with the multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise independent professional judgement in the provision of clinical care using evidence based practice, commensurate with years of experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to the use and application of professional and clinical digital technologies.
• Demonstrated participation or leadership in quality improvement processes and teaching, commensurate with years of experience.
• Ability to respond to the demands and pressures of the role while managing time effectively.
• Current drivers licence (or a willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position).

NOTE: Those who are not yet qualified under Schedule C or are pending AHPRA registration, but will receive it within the next few months are also welcome to apply and will be take under consideration for future roles. 

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For role related queries or questions, please contact Zara Youngblutt via email at Zara.Youngblutt@health.nsw.gov.au

Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.

Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-STG@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.

Information for applicants

• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer.
• SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. We do have an Aboriginal Workforcee that can also provide support (SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website.