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Physiotherapist - Senior (Emergency Department)
Toowoomba
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HP4 |
| Workplace Location | Toowoomba region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/DD2607689008 |
| Closing date | 13-Aug-2026 |
| Job duration | for 12 months with possibility of extension |
| Contact person | Hannah Bouttell |
| Contact details | 46165049 Access the National Relay Service |
What your day could look like
As a Senior Physiotherapist (Emergency Department), you'll play a vital role in helping patients access timely, evidence-informed care when they need it most. From guiding complex clinical decisions to improving how services are delivered, you'll work alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team to create better outcomes for patients and the wider community.
Every day, you'll contribute by:
- Delivering advanced assessment and intervention that helps patients receive the right care, sooner.
- Partnering with clinicians, patients and families to support safe, coordinated and person-centred outcomes.
- Leading quality improvement initiatives that enhance service delivery and patient experience.
- Mentoring colleagues and supporting professional growth across physiotherapy and allied health teams.
Let's Talk About You
You're someone who brings confidence, compassion and sound clinical judgement to every interaction. You thrive in fast-paced environments, build trusted relationships, and use your expertise to make a tangible difference for people at critical points in their healthcare journey. Whether you're supporting a complex presentation, guiding a colleague, or driving a better way of working, you lead with integrity, dignity, innovation and courage. You're here to create positive impact and help deliver exceptional care for your community.
Here's what will help you thrive in this role:
- Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy and current AHPRA registration.
- Advanced Emergency Department physiotherapy expertise, including musculoskeletal, orthopaedic and vestibular presentations.
- Proven ability to apply evidence-based practice and sound clinical decision-making to complex cases.
- Strong communication, collaboration and leadership skills that support high-performing teams.
You'll stand out from the crowd if you have experience leading service improvement initiatives and/or a strong background in clinical education, supervision or research-informed practice.
Most importantly, you'll be passionate about improving patient outcomes while embodying the values of Compassion, Integrity, Dignity, Innovation and Courage
Why Join Darling Downs Health?
At Darling Downs Health, we care for over 300,000 people across our expansive region. No matter where you live in our region, from Taroom in the north to Texas in the south, our purpose is to ensure accessible and sustainable care. It's complex, challenging work that makes a real difference – and the career possibilities are endless.
Whether you're a doctor, nurse, allied health professional, facilities team member, or administrator, you'll see your impact firsthand. Here, you'll find opportunities that simply don't exist elsewhere: the chance to lead initiatives, develop specialties, and embrace responsibilities that would take years to access in larger health services.
Darling Downs Health is where you can step up sooner, grow faster, and help shape the future of care across our region.
Your career at Darling Downs Health also comes with meaningful rewards:
- Maximise your take‑home pay with salary packaging and generous leave entitlements
- Enjoy flexible work arrangements that support balance and variety
- Access professional development funding, study leave and clear career pathways
- Be part of a diverse and inclusive culture that values learning and collaboration.
- Take care of your wellbeing with EAP access, private health insurance discounts and the Fitness Passport.
For a full list of benefits, visit: Darling Downs Health Benefits
Your future is here. Where are you?
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career in a place that values people and purpose, we'd love to hear from you.
Click “Apply Now” to submit your application and upload the requested documents.
Find out more about us!
Visit our careers site to learn more about working with Darling Downs Health:
www.health.qld.gov.au/darlingdowns
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Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
We’re building a welcoming, inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected and supported.
Before you apply, please take a moment to read the attached documents to learn about the role and process.
Documents
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