Senior Physiotherapist (Lvl 3) - Neurology - Temp PT
Requisition ID: REQ640332
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, up to 16 hours per week until January 2027
Remuneration: $58.95 - $60.86 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Campbelltown & Camden Hospitals
Applications close: 01/03/2026
Contact: Stephen Woolley - Physiotherapy Deputy Head of Department/Acute Team Leader - Campbelltown Hospital - Stephen.woolley@health.nsw.gov.au or call on 0409 783 697
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
Campbelltown Hospital is seeking a highly skilled Level 3 Senior Physiotherapist (Neurology) for a maternity‑leave backfill position, working 2 days per week (Monday and Tuesday). In this role, you will provide advanced clinical care across a 20‑bed Neurology Ward including an Acute Stroke Unit, as well as a 10‑bed Oncology Ward, managing patients with complex conditions such as stroke, Parkinson’s disease, MND and MS. This is an exceptional opportunity to apply and expand your expertise in a high‑acuity environment while making a meaningful difference to some of our most vulnerable patients.
You will also lead the clinical supervision and development of Level 1/2 Physiotherapists, Allied Health Assistants, and students, fostering a culture of growth and learning within the team. With opportunities to spearhead service development, evaluation, and quality improvement initiatives, you will play a key role in shaping Neurology Physiotherapy services at one of the region’s most progressive hospitals.
Are You the Right Fit?
You will bring extensive experience managing complex neurology patients in an acute setting, coupled with the ability to apply high‑level clinical reasoning and problem‑solving skills to ensure patient safety in fast‑paced, high‑risk environments. You communicate confidently, collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams, and demonstrate exceptional professionalism when working with patients, carers, and colleagues.
You are committed to supporting the development of physiotherapy staff across neurology clinical areas, offering guidance, mentorship, and clinical oversight. Your experience in implementing rehabilitation principles in acute care, along with the ability to identify early rehabilitation needs, ensures patients receive optimal, timely interventions. If you are passionate, skilled, and ready to contribute to excellence in neurological physiotherapy, we’d love to hear from you.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
1. Current Physiotherapy Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
2. Please describe how your relevant clinical skills and experience in neurology physiotherapy meet the requirements of this role.
3. Please outline how your effective interpersonal and communication skills have supported high quality outcomes for patients.
4. Please outline your experience in the supervision and clinical development of physiotherapy and allied health assistant staff.
5. Please describe your experience in the planning, implementation and evaluation of quality improvement and service development activities in a neurology clinical
6. Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
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Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Temporary visa holders
May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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