L1/2 Physiotherapist - Temporary Full Time/Part Time (rotational and/or community)
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time/Part Time until August 2027
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 1, Physiotherapist Level 2
Remuneration: $40.05 - $57.14 per hour plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ681583
Location: Caringbah, Sydney
Applications Close: 12 August 2026
Interviews: 20 August 2026
Our Hospital and Community
Established in 1958, The Sutherland Hospital campus offers a comprehensive range of inpatient and community services to around 226,000 residents of the Sutherland Shire.
Learn more about The Sutherland Hospital here. Learn more about South Eastern Sydney Local Health District here.
We are looking for L1/2 Physiotherapists with a passion for patient-centred care, service improvement, ability to work collaboratively and effectively with teams, good time management and communication skills, to join the dynamic Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology Department at The Sutherland Hospital.
This positional is rotational (inpatient, outpatient, community) or community alone.
You may be required to work the occasional weekend.
A current valid driver's license is required.
Where you'll be working
You will be working at The Sutherland Hospital and Community Health Service, a major metropolitan and teaching hospital located in the Sutherland Shire, approximately half an hour drive south of Sydney, in the suburb of Caringbah. The Sutherland Hospital provides a range of inpatient, outpatient and community-based services.
You will be a valued member of the Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology Department.
What you'll be doing
Plan, coordinate and deliver high quality Physiotherapy care to patients/clients of The Sutherland Hospital consistent with South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) policies, procedures and standards.
For role related queries or questions contact Mary Santos on Mary.Santos@health.nsw.gov.au
Selection Criteria:
1. Qualifications in accordance with Schedule C of the NSW Health Service Health Professionals (State) Award and the Physiotherapy Board of Australia; and demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development
2. Demonstrated core competency skills in Physiotherapy
3. Demonstrated high level written, verbal and interpersonal skills, to both engage patients/clients and work effectively with the multi-disciplinary team
4. Demonstrated ability to exercise independent professional judgement in the provision of clinical care using evidence based practice, commensurate with years of experience
5. Demonstrated commitment to the use and application of professional and clinical digital technologies.
6. Demonstrated participation or leadership in quality improvement processes and teaching, commensurate with years of experience
7. Ability to respond to the demands and pressures of the role while managing time effectively
8. Current drivers licence (or a willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position).
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
2) Find out more about applying for this position
Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.
We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.
NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-TSH-Garrawarra@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.
Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required. Please visit the SESLHD Disability Recruitment page for more information.
Information for applicants:
If you have relevant qualifications or experience, please include any supporting documents with your application.
- An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
- Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
- Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
- Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer
- SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural background, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support (SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website
