Physiotherapist Level 3 - Temporary full-time - Chronic and Complex care
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to 30 May 2027
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Lvl 3
Remuneration: 116892 - 120680 full time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ652827
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 11 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 exciting full time senior Level 3 position in the Physiotherapy Department at the Children's Hospital Westmead avaialble temproarily to cover maternity leave. The position is targeted to ensure comprehensive and coordinated physiotherapy management of children with Chronic and Complex presentations including respiratory, neurological and neuromuscular conditions. This position will work with a multidisciplinary team as part of the new Kookaburra Model of Care and support continuity of physiotherapy management through various services accessed at the Children's Hospital at Westmead.
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 AHPRA registration.
- Significant postgraduate experience and knowledge in the relevant caseload.
- Demonstrated advanced level of clinical skills in the relevant caseload.
- Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills, (including negotiation and conflict resolution skills in (insert caseload specifics) and proven success in multidisciplinary team settings.
- Excellent time management and prioritisation skills with an ability to work flexibly within clinical and administrative service demands.
- Experience in supervision of physiotherapy staff and students
- Demonstrated leadership skills in service delivery improvement activities and/or research.
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 temporary full or part time vacancies
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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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