Physiotherapist, Knee and Hip Arthritis Service - Grafton/ Maclean

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Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (47 weeks)
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Lvl 4
Remuneration: $121,658.00 - $124,607.00
Hours Per Week: 16
Requisition ID: REQ592544

This vacancy is maternity leave relief for an initial period of up to 47 weeks for 16 hours per week; the hours and period of employment may change according to the maternity leave requirements.  There is also the possibility of an extension at same / reduced hours.

About the role

Clarence Community & Allied Health are seeking a Physiotherapist to provide advanced clinical services, leadership and support as an integral part of the transdisciplinary health care team for patients/clients of the Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD). Managing the planning, ongoing development, evaluation and reporting of the Osteoarthritis Chronic Care Program (OACCP). Working collaboratively with NNSWLHD orthopaedic service orthopaedic surgeons and primary health services to ensure timely and appropriate surgery for those with osteoarthritis related hip and knee joint pain. Working within existing and emerging Orthopaedic and Musculoskeletal Models of Care within the NNSWLHD.


About Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD)

We are a healthcare community, caring for the people of the Northern Rivers. We understand that high quality healthcare and quality of life go hand in hand. Our hospitals, and our community health and multipurpose services are a well-balanced modern network truly connecting the communities we serve across the Tweed, Richmond, and Clarence Valleys.

If you care about high quality healthcare and quality of life, we encourage you to join us.

You care. We care. Learn more about NNSWLHD here.


Relocating to the region?

The Welcome Experience in the Northern Rivers connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Learn more at: www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience


Join our team and you’ll enjoy: 

• Salary packaging and novated leasing – increase your take-home pay
• Fitness discounts – focus on your health and wellbeing
• Growth – access to professional and personal development
• Team culture – work in a collaborative, flexible and supportive team environment
• Opportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforce
  
  
  Need more information? 
    1) Click here for the Position Description 
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  For role related queries or questions contact Paul Pattison on Paul.Pattison@health.nsw.gov.au
  
  Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
  
  Applications Close: 12 August 2025
  
  
  NNNSWLHD embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.
  
  NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably.
  
  For help with your application to this role visit Stepping Up, our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people.
  
  To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information, please see www.homeaffairs.gov.au.
  
  You may be subject to a probationary period of six months from the date of appointment to this position.
  
  This recruitment may be used to fill future positions for permanent, temporary and casual positions.
  
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