Senior Physiotherapist - Chronic Care
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to Sept 2026)
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 4
Remuneration: $63.81 - $65.36 per hour (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (conditions apply – to find out more, visit Western NSW LHD Incentives)
Location: Dubbo, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 8 Mar 2026 – 11:59pm
Senior Physiotherapist - Chronic Care 5-10k Incentives Offered
Dubbo Health Service
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and motivated Physiotherapy and Extended Chronic Care team in a large regional health service.
The Senior Chronic Care Physiotherapist in Dubbo Health Service Physiotherapy Department, provides a high-level of physiotherapy care for patients in class, clinic and other inpatient and outpatient settings.
The role will require demonstrated advanced skills in the assessment and care of chronic respiratory and cardiac conditions.
Also required is the demonstrated ability to provide general acute clinical care and discharge planning, clinical supervision and support for junior colleagues and students, as well as advising other colleagues across the district your areas of expertise when needed.
The successful candidate will have support from other experienced senior clinicians, will be involved in planning, implementing, evaluating and reporting on services, and identify, develop and lead quality improvement activities to ensure the delivery of high quality and consistent care.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
· Click ‘Apply’
· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
· Upload your current resume
· Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Craig Lennox on (02) 6809 8201 or at craig.lennox@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
· Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
· Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
· For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
