Apply your Exercise Physiology expertise in a supportive, multidisciplinary mental health team where you will deliver tailored assessment and treatment services to individuals with chronic illness, neurological or musculoskeletal conditions, while also developing and leading group-based programs.

With growing autonomy, you'll contribute to care planning, discharge processes, and ongoing evaluation, all while collaborating with clients, families, and professionals across services. The role supports professional development, supervision opportunities, and active involvement in quality improvement and research initiatives.

If you're passionate about improving health outcomes through movement and holistic care, and you're ready to step into a role that values your skills and supports your growth – I encourage you to apply!

Job details

About us:

Rockhampton is the principal service centre for this area and as such provides the medical coverage, professional supervision, and administration of the Mental Health Act, 2016, support for accreditation and implementation of programs as well as acute inpatient facilities for the Central Queensland Mental Health teams.

Rockhampton Mental Health Service Inpatient Unit, Older persons Inpatient Unit and Acute Care Team are located on the campus of Rockhampton Hospital. The Rockhampton Mental Health Community Services Team is located in the Central Business District (CBD) of Rockhampton. The service maintains strong links with the specialised mental health services in southeast Queensland.

About the role:

The Exercise Physiologist will be responsible for delivering clinical services in accordance with clinical scope and experience as part of a multi-disciplinary residential mental health rehabilitation program. This position will include the testing, prescribing and supervising exercise and related health promotion education and screening activities for clients of the program in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team of health professionals.

About you:

Applicants must hold at least a tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in Exercise Physiology or human movement studies; recognised in Queensland and be an accredited member or eligible for accreditation with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) is mandatory for this role.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $132,567 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $43.68 - $58.59 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5F643970

Applications close: Thursday, 3 July 2025

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Further information

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Documents

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• RK5F643970 - Exercise Physiologist (PDF, 404KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
  Information Package for Applicants