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Advanced Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation and Acute Stroke
Chermside, Brisbane
Lead specialised stroke and rehabilitation physiotherapy services while driving clinical excellence, mentoring staff and improving patient outcomes.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HP5 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/PCH696594 |
| Closing date | 23-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | permanent, full time |
| Contact person | Greg Morrison |
| Contact details | (07) 3139 5410 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role
As an Advanced Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation and Acute Stroke (RAS), you will provide advanced clinical physiotherapy services to patients with complex neurological and geriatric conditions within The Prince Charles Hospital's Rehabilitation and Acute Stroke Unit. Working as part of the Internal Medicine Service program, you will deliver expert assessment, treatment and care coordination while supporting high-quality rehabilitation outcomes and patient-centred care.
You will provide clinical leadership, mentorship and professional guidance to physiotherapy staff, contribute to service planning and clinical governance activities, and lead quality improvement initiatives that enhance rehabilitation and stroke services. The role also involves supporting workforce capability development, influencing best-practice care, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes across rehabilitation and subacute services.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
- Deliver advanced physiotherapy assessment and management for patients with complex neurological, geriatric and rehabilitation needs, using expert clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice.
- Provide specialist clinical advice and consultancy to physiotherapy colleagues, multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders regarding rehabilitation and acute stroke care.
- Lead and support the development, implementation and governance of clinical practices, protocols and models of care across rehabilitation services.
- Provide mentorship, supervision and advanced education opportunities that build workforce capability and support professional development within physiotherapy teams.
- Drive research, quality improvement and service development initiatives that enhance patient outcomes, clinical effectiveness and service delivery.
Benefits when working for us
- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
- Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging
Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first.
You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.
Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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