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Senior Physiotherapist
Rockhampton
Join our Physiotherapy team and make a difference across Central Queensland! As a Senior Physiotherapist, you'll enjoy a varied clinical caseload, opportunities to lead and mentor others, and the chance to shape better patient care through research and service improvement.
We have multiple full-time and part-time temporary contracts available until January 2028, with negotiable hours and start dates, plus the possibility of extension!
Enjoy regional travel, social club perks and plenty of opportunities to grow through leadership and professional development.
Ready for a new challenge, a little adventure and room to grow? Let's get moving - apply today!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time,Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HP4 |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/RK6J696120 |
| Closing date | 16-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | Until January 2028 |
| Contact person | Helen O'Leary |
| Contact details | (07) 4929 6362 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
We're all about keeping people moving, feeling their best and getting back to doing what they love! Our Physiotherapy team takes a whole-person approach to improving movement, restoring function, preventing injury and supporting healthier lives.
From hospital stays and recovery at home to specialist outpatient care, we support people at every stage of life and every step of their recovery journey.
Our friendly and dedicated physiotherapists work across hospitals and community facilities throughout Gladstone, Biloela, Emerald, Capricorn Coast and Rockhampton.
About the role:
Ready to make movement your mission? As a Senior Physiotherapist, you'll lead and deliver high-quality care across a diverse range of clinical areas at Rockhampton Hospital and beyond.
From rehabilitation and surgery to paediatrics, intensive care and pelvic health, you'll enjoy plenty of variety while supporting patients to move better, recover stronger and get back to doing what they love.
You'll also lead, inspire and innovate through research, quality improvement and service development.
About you:
We're looking for a Physiotherapist who knows their stuff, enjoys a challenge and is ready to bring their experience and ideas to the team! You'll bring:
- The qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy and current AHPRA registration. Postgraduate qualifications are a bonus!
- The clinical expertise: Strong physiotherapy knowledge and skills, with the ability to confidently manage a varied and increasingly complex caseload.
- The leadership spark: A passion for supporting junior staff and students, sharing knowledge, leading professional development and driving research and service improvements.
- The people skills: Excellent communication, collaboration and negotiation skills, with the ability to build relationships, influence positive change and work with patients and colleagues across all levels.
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $162,376 p.a. is comprised of:
- An hourly rate between $66.92 - $71.77 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:
- Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
- Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6J696120
Applications close: Monday, 16 November 2026
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