Physiotherapist
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to 4 September 2026)
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 1/2
Remuneration: $76,364.08 - $108,943.12 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Dubbo, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 27 November 2025 – 11:59pm
Physiotherapist – 5K – 10K Incentives Offered
Walanmarra, Dubbo Health Service
About the role
We are looking for a highly motivated Physiotherapist to join our skilled and supportive Allied Health team at Walanmarra. Walanmarra provides sub-acute rehabilitation and palliative care services to the people of Western NSW Local Health District.
The Physiotherapy team offers inpatient and outpatient services, including hydrotherapy. The primary caseload will be rehabilitation
The position comes with support and clinical supervision from Senior Physiotherapists. You will have the opportunity to participate in professional development activities and quality improvement projects.
This temporary contract is an excellent way to get valuable acute clinical experience to help develop your career, as well as being an opportunity to experience life in a regional city, with short commutes and open spaces, but still with plenty of other people around.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
Early in your career? Get AHEAD!
Kick-start your career with Western NSW LHD’s Allied Health Early Accelerated Development (AHEAD) Program. This unique program provides early-career allied health professionals with:
Support as you commence your role and throughout your first two years in the District
Connection with a peer network of allied health professionals
Professional education and interdisciplinary workshops building professional capability in a range of areas, including leadership and quality improvement
Career development opportunities both within and beyond the program.
The AHEAD program is open to early-career allied health professionals in Western NSW LHD. Find out more here: AHEAD program information
Hear from our early-career professionals: WNSWLHD Allied Health Rural Graduate program
To apply for this role:
· Click ‘Apply’
· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
· Upload your current resume
· Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Emma Swan, Allied Health Manager on (02) 6809 6108 or at emma.swan@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
· Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
· Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
· For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
