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Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist/Speech Pathologist/Dietitian & Nutritionist - Senior


Eat, Walk Engage Program, Allied Health Service Division, Townsville University Hospital

Summary


Exciting opportunities available now with the
Townsville Hospital and Health Service.


Job details

Position status Permanent
Position type Part-time
Occupational group Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support
Classification HP4
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV694875
Closing date 29-Oct-2026
Job duration Permanent part-time, 60.8 hours p.f.
Contact person Michelle Watson
Contact details 07 4433 2848
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About your opportunity

Permanent part-time position, 60.8 hours per fortnight

This role is the perfect opportunity for a motivated clinician looking for a new challenge or progression in their career, who possess a high level of experience facilitating the implementation of the Eat Walk Engage program at Townsville University Hospital.

Eat Walk Engage (EWE) is a patient-centred care program designed to prevent delirium and promote high quality acute care for older hospital inpatients. The program uses an evidence-based implementation framework to embed sustainable change in practice.

About your new employer

Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) offers a diverse and rewarding healthcare environment, combining advanced clinical practice, innovation, and professional development. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we provide opportunities to work alongside multidisciplinary teams, contribute to complex healthcare delivery, and access ongoing education, training, and career advancement pathways.

Our supportive and community-focused culture fosters collaboration, inclusion, and wellbeing. Located across the vibrant rural, urban, and coastal communities of North Queensland, Townsville HHS offers an enviable lifestyle, affordable living, flexible work options, and the opportunity to enjoy a rewarding career while achieving work-life balance.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

  • Salary range: $64.64 to $69.55 p.h. (HP4)
  • 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
  • 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
  • Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements:

  • Appointment to this position requires proof of tertiary qualification in a Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology or Dietetics and registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority (e.g. Physiotherapy Board, Occupational Therapy Board etc). Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
  • Whilst not mandatory, a relevant health or management postgraduate qualification would be desirable
  • This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.
  • Probation period may apply.
  • Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Michelle Waston or Lauren Matheson on (07) 4433 2848 or (07) 4433 0569

Apply ONLINE: https:// apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV694875

Applications close: Thursday, 29 October 2026

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Last updated
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