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• West Moreton is the fastest growing health region in the state. We provide health care to more than 320,000 people across 9,500 kilometres. Spanning from Boonah in the south, Esk in the north, Gatton in the west and metropolitan Ipswich in the east, our region is both culturally and geographically diverse. We have more than 4,600 staff working in our hospital and health services. Our facilities include city and rural hospitals, community clinics, specialist mental health services and health services in prisons.

• Multiple Permanent and Temporary Opportunities!

Job details

About the role

The purpose of the role is to deliver high quality Physiotherapy clinical services within a multi-disciplinary environment, within the West Moreton Hospital and Health Service. The role will be required to rotate through various West Moreton services and provide after-hours/ weekend services at Ipswich Hospital. Future vacancies within the next 12 months may be filled through this recruitment.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Demonstrate high level clinical knowledge, skills and experience across the spectrum of acute inpatient physiotherapy practice.
• Support and respect team members, communicating effectively, be flexible and demonstrate a commitment to the multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated knowledge and commitment to quality processes and evidence-based practices, identifying areas for improvement and contributing to these improvements, with an ability to apply established and evidence-based principles to complex Physiotherapy clinical services.
• Consistently and enthusiastically delivers a high level of client service.
• Proactively manages own continuous learning and development.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Mandatory qualifications are possession of a qualification in Physiotherapy from a registered tertiary institution. Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency with a current registration from the Physiotherapy Board of Australia is essential. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
• The successful candidate will be required to work a non-cyclic roster across a 14-day fortnight, including weekends and participate in the after hours on call to provide 24-hour clinical coverage.
• Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16

About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.

To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community –  Follow this link  

Benefits

• 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Professional development
• Salary sacrificing options
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Service (EAS).

To apply

Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• WM662235_09 Senior Physiotherapist - Acute inpatients_RD (PDF, 181KB)
  Role Description
  
  Joining the West Moreton Health Community (PDF, 301KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  WMH Leadership Standards (PDF, 241KB)
  Information Package for Applicants