Physiotherapist Level 1/2 Permanent or Temp PT - Weekends and evenings
Employment Type: Permanent or temporary Part Time roles available
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Lvl 1
Remuneration: 76364 - 89232 full time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ652799
Location: Westmead
Applications close: Midnight on 10 April 2026
For role related queries or questions contact: Kerry West on kerry.west@health.nsw.gov.au
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
This is an opportunity to join The Children's Hopsital at Westmead Physiotherapy Department. We currently have both permanent and temporary roles available. The successful applicant will have skills and experience in respiratory physiotherapy and work on evenings, weekends or in our HITH weekend service. We will also be establishing an eligiiblity list for future after hours opportunities. Further details regarding exact shift lengths and patterns are available on request.
What you'll be doing
The Physiotherapist will provide clinical services to inpatients and/or outpatients as determined by the particular role or rotation. The Physiotherapist will provide evidence based care within a multidisciplinary and family centred context. Participation is required in ongoing education, teaching, evidence based practice and quality improvement activities.
The Level 1/2 Physiotherapist will contribute to:
• Planning, development and evaluation of the service.
• Development, implementation and evaluation of policies, practices and patient care both within the hospital and wider afield.
• Liaison with community based services relevant to the patient population.
Additional Benefits (for eligible employees): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
- A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
- Responses to the questions below:
- Recognised qualification in Physiotherapy and current Australian Physiotherapy registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Postgraduate paediatric physiotherapy experience relevant to the tertiary, acute care setting.
- Clinical experience in cardiothoracic and orthopaedic physiotherapy, preferably with experience with casting and splinting.
- Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills, (including negotiation and conflict resolution skills).
- Proven success in multidisciplinary team settings and the ability to work independently when required
- Excellent time management and prioritisation skills with an ability to work flexibly within clinical and administrative service demands.
- Strong commitment to ongoing professional development and active involvement in quality improvement and/or research activities.
Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information:
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.
An Eligibility List may be created for future permanent and temporary part time vacancies
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact 1300 679 367
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