Physiotherapist - Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation

About the role

Newcastle Community Health Service is recruiting a permanent part-time Physiotherapist (Level 3, 32 hours per week) for its cardiopulmonary rehabilitation team. The role suits someone with experience or a demonstrated interest in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and chronic disease management, working with people living with cardiac and respiratory conditions. The team is based at the Newcastle Health Centre and serves Belmont, Toronto, Raymond Terrace, Nelson Bay and Newcastle.

Key responsibilities

• Complete assessments and develop treatment plans for clients with cardiac and respiratory conditions
• Deliver evidence-based exercise and education programs
• Work across individual appointments, group programs, home visits and virtual care
• Build relationships with clients, their families and the wider team to support them in reaching their goals
• Contribute to how rehab services are delivered across the Greater Newcastle Community Services, including linking clients to the right support and taking part in projects

Required profile

• Physiotherapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA
• Experience or demonstrated interest in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and chronic disease management
• Level 3 applicants are preferred; Level 1 and 2 applicants will be considered if none are available, with the expectation of progressing toward Level 3
• Australian citizenship, Australian permanent residency, or a New Zealand passport; temporary visa holders may only be offered employment if no suitable local candidate is found

Required skills

• High level verbal, written and interpersonal communication, able to adapt to different audiences
• Ability to work autonomously and within a multi-disciplinary team on complex situations
• Ability to lead planning and evaluation of team activities

What we offer

• $61.31 - $63.29 per hour plus superannuation
• Ongoing education and training, regular clinical supervision and support from the Head of Discipline and Service Manager
• Opportunities to develop skills in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and chronic disease management
• Salary packaging options and career development within NSW Health

To apply, use the online application form and provide examples showing how you meet the selection criteria.