Rehabilitation Physiotherapist - Level 1/2

Join a team where care, collaboration and growth come together.

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until April 2026
Position Classification: Rehabilitation Physiotherapist - Level 1/2 
Remuneration: $37.03 - $43.27 per hour + superannuation 
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ611600
Location: Kurri Kurri Hospital
Applications Close: Monday 20th October 2025

Where you'll be working 
Are you a passionate, team-oriented Physiotherapist who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care?
Located in the Lower Hunter, the Kurri Kurri Rehabilitation Unit offers a rewarding and engaging work environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of patients and their families. This temporary full-time role provides a fantastic opportunity to gain experience, develop your skills, and be part of a team that values innovation, wellbeing, and professional excellence.
The Physiotherapy team at Kurri Kurri Rehabilitation Unit is seeking a dedicated Level 1/2 Physiotherapist for a temporary full-time position. This is a unique opportunity to work within a dynamic and supportive team, providing exceptional care to a diverse caseload that includes neurological, orthopaedic, and geriatric rehabilitation inpatients.

What you'll be doing 
As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will deliver compassionate, evidence-based Physiotherapy care as part of our 24-bed inpatient rehabilitation service. You will manage a fulfilling and varied caseload, working confidently within your scope of practice while being supported by experienced senior clinicians. Your work will contribute to ongoing quality improvement initiatives and help shape best-practice service delivery.
You will be responsible for the assessment, treatment, and discharge planning of inpatients, collaborating closely with allied health, nursing, and medical staff to ensure holistic and coordinated care. You’ll participate in regular clinical supervision, reflective practice, and professional development activities, while actively engaging in service development and education opportunities.

About you
We are looking for a motivated Physiotherapist who is AHPRA-registered, with a strong commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centred care. Excellent communication, clinical reasoning, and time management skills are essential, as is the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. A willingness to learn, grow, and respond positively to feedback will be key to your success in this role.
In return, you’ll be part of a supportive and welcoming team environment. You’ll receive ongoing clinical support from two full-time senior Physiotherapists and be encouraged to further your development through monthly in-services across the Lower Hunter, multidisciplinary education sessions, and our unit’s regular journal club and reflective practice meetings.

Requirements

• Physiotherapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA

What we can offer you 
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

• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work life balance
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• 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

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.  
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. 
• Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing 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. 

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For role related queries or questions contact James Lin on jiangxu.lin@health.nsw.gov.au