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Deputy Director of Physiotherapy - Cairns
Cairns
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This is an exciting opportunity to assist and lead a dynamic Physiotherapy Service renowned for its commitment to excellence, innovation and research. Working alongside a passionate multidisciplinary team, you will help shape the future of physiotherapy services while supporting staff development and delivering exceptional care to patients across Far North Queensland.Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HP5 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region,Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CAH696954 |
| Closing date | 30-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | Please see role description |
| Contact person | Kerryn Dignam |
| Contact details | 07 4226 6144 Access the National Relay Service |
The Physiotherapy Service is committed to providing contemporary, evidence-based practice and provides opportunities to participate in research or project management as they arise. We are a growing and innovative department with a strong research agenda with multiple team members completing PHDs, Research and Masters programs and are supportive of team members who participate in project positions. The Service values a well-trained workforce and supports staff in participating in a range of professional support and development opportunities.
About the role:
- Lead change management processes by providing professional leadership in the development of clinical practices, procedures and protocols that support, co-ordinate and integrate the continuum of care in the delivery of Physiotherapy Services across Cairns Hospital. This involves engaging in cross-professional consultancy, negotiation and liaison as relevant.
- Assist the Director of Physiotherapy in managing and leading quality improvement and research activities and the integration of evidence-based practice within the Physiotherapy Service.
- Collaborate with relevant stakeholders within the facilities and with external service providers and advise senior management on physiotherapy service needs and initiatives, to ensure effective service delivery and quality outcomes, applying conflict resolution skills where necessary.
- Utilise high level skills and advanced clinical knowledge within field of expertise to provide clinical supervision for physiotherapy and other staff or students as required.
- Manage daily organisation of the workload of the Physiotherapy Service through liaison with relevant senior staff, in the most appropriate manner using planning, system development and contemporary human resource management skills.
For more information about this role, please refer to the attached Role Description.
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What we offer:
Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health service offer a number of workplace benefits. Besides attractive remuneration, generous superannuation, salary packaging and career development opportunities, we value a healthy work/life balance that allows you take advantage of the sunshine, hiking tracks, swimming spots, reef and rainforest.
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Further information
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