Physiotherapist - Orthopaedic & ED Short Stay
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Part Time and Casual opportunities available
Position Classification: Physiotherapist - Level 1-2
Remuneration: $76,364.00 - $108,943.00 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ665585
Location: Griffith Health Service
Are you passionate about supporting patient recovery and making a real difference in orthopaedic care across a vibrant regional health district
About the role:
Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Physiotherapists to join our team and play a vital role in delivering high quality patient care.
We have various positions on offer:
Orthopaedics Physiotherapy– Permanent Full Time, Part Time or Casual
Emergency Short Stay Unit – Part Time (6 hours) or Casual
Discuss your interests with Melanie Taylor for further information on what we have to offer.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a clinician looking to develop their career within a supportive multidisciplinary environment. You will work alongside experienced clinicians and contribute to a collaborative team committed to delivering person centred care across MLHD services.
As the Physiotherapist, you will:
Provide comprehensive physiotherapy assessment, diagnosis and management of patients within the orthopaedic service, in line with evidence-based practice and relevant models of care.
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to optimise patient outcomes and facilitate safe and timely discharge planning.
Provide education and guidance to patients, families, carers and other health professionals to support continuity of care.
Contribute to the supervision and delegation of tasks to Allied Health Assistants and students where appropriate.
Develop cultural competence and demonstrate a commitment to improving health outcomes for Aboriginal peoples.
What MLHD offer:
Relocation Assistance and Accommodation Support considerations - Assistance for interstate applicants to help you transition smoothly into our community.
Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
Flexible Working Arrangements - Designed to support work-life balance, aligned with NSW Health policy.
Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career development opportunities.
Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
Click here to discover why MLHD is the right place to contribute to healthier communities.
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:
Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy and current registration with AHPRA.
Demonstrated knowledge, clinical skills and experience in physiotherapy practice, with the ability to deliver patient centred, evidence-based care across orthopaedic settings.
Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demands.
Ability to analyse clinical problems, apply sound judgement and implement appropriate treatment strategies within scope of practice.
More information:
Click here for the Position Description
Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Melanie Taylor – Physiotherapist in Charge on Melanie.Taylor@health.nsw.gov.au for a confidential chat.
Applications close: 16 June 2026 (Midnight)
MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.
This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.
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