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The Physiotherapist – Advanced (Emergency Department) will provide a specialised primary contact Physiotherapy service and professional leadership to the Emergency Department (ED) at Ipswich Hospital and the Minor Injuries and Illness Centre (MIIC) at Ripley Satellite Health Centre utilising advanced level Physiotherapy clinical knowledge and skills and evidence-based practice.

• Permanent Full-time opportunity!

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About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.

We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region. 

At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.

As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health:

• We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
• We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
• We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.

Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.

To read more on what it's like to work for West Moreton Health:

What it's like to work with us | West Moreton Health

About you

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

• Advanced level knowledge, expertise, skills, professional judgement and ability to apply contemporary evidence-based Physiotherapy clinical practice within the Emergency Department/MIIC.
• Ability to use expertise and evidence-based practice to facilitate novel, complex Physiotherapy or multidisciplinary clinical decisions in response to problems of significant scope within a complex caseload.
• Recognised expertise, knowledge and skills obtained through significant professional development activities, post graduate education or formal qualification(s)
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, plan, implement and evaluate service improvement initiatives and to provide clinical supervision, operational coordination and education to less experienced staff and students within the Emergency Department.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration as a Physiotherapist with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
• This position will be required to participate in a seven-day roster, between the hours of 7am-11pm, and required to work every second weekend.

Why choose us

• Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.
• Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
• Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
• Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
• Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.
• A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.

 To apply

For 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.

• WMH Leadership Standards (PDF)
  
  WM673803_01 Physiotherapist - Advanced (Emergency Department)_RD (PDF)
  
  Joining the West Moreton Health Community (PDF)