Physiotherapist / Case Manager - Level 3

Empower recovery after brain injury - deliver specialist physiotherapy that helps clients regain independence and rebuild their lives

Remuneration: $56.68 - $58.52 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging
Location: Tamworth Community Health Service
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 3
Hours Per Week: 28
Requisition ID: REQ613469
Applications Close: Monday 20th October 2025

Where you’ll be working

Join the dedicated team at the New England Brain Injury Rehabilitation Service (NEBIRS) - a regional, community-based multidisciplinary team providing specialist rehabilitation and case management to people aged 0–65 who have sustained an acquired brain injury, primarily traumatic in nature.

Our outreach model helps clients transition successfully from hospital to home and community life. We partner closely with clients, families, and carers to deliver tailored, person-centred rehabilitation that fosters independence, participation, and quality of life.

About the role

We’re looking for an experienced Physiotherapist to provide specialist assessment, rehabilitation, and case management to clients with acquired brain injury across the New England region.

In this rewarding role, you’ll:

• Deliver physiotherapy services across a range of settings - from transitional living units and client homes to community environments and virtual care.
• Manage a complex community caseload, ensuring all rehabilitation aligns with NSW Brain Injury Rehabilitation Program (BIRP) principles.
• Work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team and maintain strong partnerships with stakeholders including iCare, CTP insurers, and private rehabilitation providers.
• Contribute to community education and provide expert advice across the local health district.

This role requires travel throughout the New England region as part of our outreach service.

About you

You’re a compassionate and adaptable Physiotherapist with a passion for helping people rebuild their lives after brain injury. You bring:

• Proven experience managing complex rehabilitation caseloads
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
• A commitment to continuous learning, culturally respectful care, and evidence-based practice
• Experience mentoring or supporting others (highly regarded)

What we offer 

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development in brain injury rehabilitation
• Supportive leadership and access to experienced peers across NSW Brain Injury Units
• Participation in statewide clinical networks and educational opportunities
• Regular supervision and commitment to staff wellbeing and growth

Requirements:

• Essential Tertiary qualifications in Physiotherapy and eligibility for membership of Australian Physiotherapy Association

• Current eligibility to drive in NSW and the ability and willingness to travel for work purposes which may involve driving long distances

About Hunter New England Health

At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero

• Proximity to shopping and other services

• Salary packaging options

• Fitness Passport

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Additional Information:

• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies. 
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   

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For role related queries or questions contact Samantha Robinson on Samantha.Robinson@health.nsw.gov.au