Physiotherapist - $20K Plus $10K Incentives Offered

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This position may receive Attraction and Relocation Incentives valued up to $20k, with a Rural & Regional Health Allowance (taxable) of $10k upon a qualifying period. For further information please contact our Incentives Coordinator on: ***************@health.nsw.gov.au

To be considered for interview, candidates must address the Selection Criteria in the Position Description.

Employment Type: Permanent Part TimePosition Classification: Physiotherapist - Level 1/2Remuneration: $35.78 - $51.05 ph (plus super) Hours per week: 8Location: Grenfell, NSW

Physiotherapist Grenfell Health Services

About the role: The Grenfell Community Health team is a multidisciplinary unit that works closely together to deliver high quality healthcare to the Weddin Shire. You will have the opportunity to work with community health nurses, a social worker, occupational therapist, dietitian and allied health assistant as well as a team of admin and support staff. Physiotherapy support will be provided from the team at Cowra Hospital.

As the sole physiotherapist on the team you will be able to choose your day of work and have your own office. Work will be varied and include delivery of exercise classes, one-on-one therapy (including post-operative care, older persons health and neurodegenerative conditions) and sub-acute inpatient therapy.

This is a targeted position in accordance with GSE Rule 26 – affirmative action will be applied to employment of eligible persons. For more information, visit Government Sector Employment (General) Rules 2014. All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. 

Where you’ll be working:  The Grenfell Multipurpose Service (MPS) is a 41-bed facility with acute and sub-acute/non-acute inpatient services, residential aged care services, 24-hour emergency care, respite care and a range of ambulatory, primary and community health care services.

The beautiful and former gold mining town of Grenfell is located 372 kilometers west of Sydney on the western edge of the Great Diving Range and two and a half hours’ drive to the nation’s capital Canberra.

About us:WNSWLHD is the largest employer in the region, with over 7,700 dedicated staff working across 3 major rural referral hospitals, 50 community health centres, numerous corporate and executive offices and 38 inpatient facilities – which include 25 multipurpose services and 4 district health services.

We are committed to building a workplace that values diversity, inclusion and belonging, by recognising and valuing the skills and strengths each person can bring to our organisation. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse groups.

Some of the benefits of working with us include:

·      Genuine support in an inclusive, compassionate and caring team environment.

·      Interesting and challenging work that will bring your purpose to life, broaden your scope and fast track your career. 

·      Greater autonomy and responsibility to reach your full potential.

·      Opportunities to make an impact and shape the future of rural health through involvement in projects, innovations and research.

·      Opportunities for learning and development, including access to a mentoring program and in-house training with our Organisational Development Unit and eLearning system.

·      Access to Salary Packing to save tax, Fitness Passport and free & confidential counselling services.

How to apply: Candidates must read the Position Description and address the Selection Criteria for the role, providing examples where required. You must also upload a copy of your current CV as part of your application. For assistance, see our Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD. For further information on the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards.

Applications will close 18 March 2024 – 11:59pm. For role related enquiries, please reach out to Tom Shepherd on (02) 5338 5*** or ***************@health.nsw.gov.au

COVID-19 Response: All NSW Health workers are required to provide a record of your COVID-19 vaccination status if successful for this role or have an approved medical contraindication certificate.  

Talent PoolIf we identify a surplus of suitable candidates for this role, you may also be invited to an eligibility list where you could be offered an alternative position per the relevant Award.