Physiotherapist Level 3 - Tamworth Integrated Pain Service - Incentives Offered

 Be part of a team changing the way chronic pain is managed.

Remuneration: $58.95 - $60.86 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging + rural incentives
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Hours Per Week: 20
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 3
Requisition ID: REQ673987
Applications Close: Sunday 26th July 2026

About the role

Are you a passionate Physiotherapist looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of people living with chronic pain? Join the Tamworth Integrated Pain Service (TIPS), a collaborative multidisciplinary team dedicated to helping people improve function, build confidence and achieve better quality of life through evidence-based, person-centred care.

As a key member of TIPS, you will provide high-quality physiotherapy services through both individual consultations and group-based programs. Working closely with medical, nursing, psychology and allied health colleagues, you will contribute to comprehensive assessment, treatment planning and ongoing management for people experiencing persistent pain.

The Tamworth Integrated Pain Service offers a range of specialised services, with the Physiotherapist playing an integral role in delivering and supporting:

• Education and advice for people living with chronic pain
• Medical reviews
• Multidisciplinary team assessments
• Multidisciplinary case conferencing
• Chronic pain group programs, including information seminars, assessment workshops and active treatment programs
• Individual treatment planning and appointments alongside Psychology
• Support and advice for General Practitioners managing chronic pain in primary care

This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse scope of practice while contributing to service development, quality improvement initiatives, student supervision and the ongoing advancement of contemporary pain management services across the region.

If you enjoy working in a supportive environment where innovation, collaboration and patient outcomes are at the centre of everything we do, this could be the opportunity for you.

About you

You are an enthusiastic and compassionate Physiotherapist with a strong interest in chronic pain management and a commitment to delivering person-centred care. You thrive in multidisciplinary environments and value building strong therapeutic relationships that empower people to actively participate in their health journey.

You bring excellent communication and clinical reasoning skills, a collaborative approach to care, and the ability to work confidently with individuals experiencing complex and persistent pain conditions. You are committed to continuous learning, evidence-based practice and delivering culturally safe, inclusive care.

Most importantly, you are motivated by the opportunity to make a lasting impact - supporting people to improve function, achieve meaningful goals and enhance their overall wellbeing while contributing to a dynamic and innovative team.

Requirements:

• Physiotherapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA
• Current unencumbered driver’s licence.

What we offer

• * Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. If your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. Please note: the increased RHWIS allowance is approved until 30^th June 2026. Commencement after this date may be subject to change, including the allowance amount for which the candidate may be eligible. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au.

• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies. 

• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.  

How to apply:

Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.
 

1. Demonstrated ability to interact with members of the immediate team and across broader teams, in a personable and professional manner and personally resolve conflicts when they arise.

2. Demonstrated ability to work without supervision and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment, to manage/prioritise complex situations in a timely manner; analyse problems and apply a range of options to develop solutions.

3. Demonstrated commitment to maintain currency of practice; experience or commitment to participate in clinical research and quality improvement activities.

Need more information? 

  1) Click here for the Position Description 
  2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Vickie Croker on Vickie.Croker@health.nsw.gov.au