Psychological medicine Physiotherapist
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Additional Information:
- An eligibility list may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
- This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
The Department of Psychological Medicine at Sydney Children’s Hospital Randwick is recruiting to 2 temporary part time positions.
- 0.5FTE/ 19hpw from 21.4.25 until 31.3.26
- 0.5 FTE/ 19hpw from 6.5.25 until 31.1.26
We would prefer one person to take both roles to work at 1.0 FTE over the common dates but can be offered as 2 part time roles and offered as 2 individual contracts as per dates.
What you will be doing:
The Level 3 Physiotherapist will provide clinical services to inpatients and outpatients referred to Physiotherapy in the Psychological Medicine and Eating Disorders services. The Physiotherapist will provide evidence based care within a multidisciplinary and family centred context. Participation and leadership is expected in ongoing education, teaching, evidence based practice, quality improvement and translational research activities. The physiotherapist will also contribute at an advanced level to:
• Planning, development and evaluation of physiotherapy services.
• Development, implementation and evaluation of policies, procedures and practice guidelines for
patient care and
• Liaison with community based services relevant to the patient population. Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 31 January 2026
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Lvl 3
Remuneration: 112396 - 116038 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ563600
- Recognised qualification in Physiotherapy and AHPRA registration.
- Significant postgraduate experience and knowledge in the relevant caseload.
- Demonstrated advanced level of clinical skills in the relevant caseload.
- Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills, (including negotiation and conflict resolution skills in (insert caseload specifics) and proven success in multidisciplinary team settings.
- Excellent time management and prioritisation skills with an ability to work flexibly within clinical and administrative service demands.
- Experience in supervision of physiotherapy staff and students
- Demonstrated leadership skills in service delivery improvement activities and/or research.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers. We encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply. If you identify as an Indigenous Australian or as a person with a disability, please contact us if you would like some more information about our recruitment process.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.
Please refer to the Application Guide and NSW Policy Directive PD2024_015 Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases for vaccination requirements.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children’s Guardian Website https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/
NSWHealth is committed to child safety in line with the Child Safe Standards. SCHN is committed to maintaining a child safe culture that upholds the rights of children and young people. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported, and are included in their care. Existing staff of SCHN and those seeking employment are required to prioritise the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in their care and take action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
Applicants holding visas with working rights may be considered for temporary appointment (up to the expiry date of their visa) where no suitable local applicant is identified.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Debra Grech on Debra.Grech@health.nsw.gov.au
If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait islander wishing to apply for this role and want to speak with an Aboriginal person/representative from the Sydney Children’s Hospital Network please contact Wayne Dargan on wayne.dargan@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact the customer services team on 1300 679 367 and select option 3.
Applications Close: 30/03/2025
