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SalaryWe’re seeking an experienced Physiotherapist to join our Allied Health Team at St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital in a Fixed Term Full Time Position!
Remuneration Value: $40.25 - $55.94 p/hour + 10.5% Super + $15,900 NFP Salary Packaging Value + Shift Penalties/Allowances
At St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital, we bring world-class health care to our patients and their families. Based in Brisbane city since 1958, we’ve developed connections that go far beyond our home, occupying a unique place in the hearts and minds of our community. Whether our patients are local or from the furthest reaches of rural Queensland or other states, we’re committed to providing the highest-quality care and support matched with first-class treatment results.
Specialising in complex health needs, we’re leaders in: Cardiac services, Orthopaedics, Neurosurgery (including deep brain stimulation), Vascular surgery and Rehabilitation. By bringing together the finest medical experts, care and technology, we’re able to deliver personalised care and world-class results.
The Role:
With a focus on delivering high quality, clinical care to patients within an acute setting, you will work alongside a highly collaborative, multi-disciplinary Allied Health team to deliver exceptional person-centred outcomes, bringing an open and collaborative approach to patient centred-care.
Working with patients to maximise their physical potential and restore movement and function, you will provide treatment integral to recovery from surgery, illness and injury. With a focus on delivering high-quality, clinical care to patients within an acute setting, you'll recognise the importance of multi-disciplinary apporaches to rehabilitation; bringing an open, collaborative approach to patient-centred care.
You will need:
- Minimum 2 years' experience in an acute tertiary hospital
- Experience in acute surgical, general medical, orthopaedics and rehabilitation settings will be highly regarded
- Relevant qualifications and AHPRA registration
- Exceptional communication skills and a focus on patient-centred care
- Commitment to teamwork and quality improvements
- Ability to work a flexible 7 day roster
What we offer:
Together with The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital and St Stephens Hospital, we are part of UnitingCare, the largest not-for-profit provider of healthcare and community services in the state, and home to over 17,000 employees and 9,000 volunteers.
Our mission is to improve the health of individuals and their families. We differentiate ourselves by living out our values to optimise patient care and experience through committed and inspired leadership and the dedication of our people. We believe in rewarding and recognising our people through:
- Flexible work-life balance opportunities, including family-friendly rostering
- Increase your take-home pay with Not-for-profit salary packaging options: allocate up to $15,900 of your pre-taxable income to everyday expenses
- Extensive career progression opportunities
- Additional paid parental leave, education leave & additional leave purchases
- One-on-one support from pastoral care team & employee assistance programs
- Access to Inspire portal – discounts on hundreds of retailers, travel & accommodation providers
- Hospital admissions discounts
- Discounted health insurance & gym memberships
For more information on staff benefits and professional development visit: https://standrewshospital.com.au/careers/working-with-us
Apply Now:
To apply for this opportunity, please click on the 'Apply' button below to be taken to our online application process.
Please Note: To ensure the health and safety of our people, and the clients, residents, patients and people we serve at Uniting Care Queensland, all staff are required to comply with statutory and Government requirements, such as public health directions, and Uniting Care's vaccination policy requirements, with respect to COVID-19 vaccinations. The successful applicant must be able to meet Uniting Care's mandate of receiving all recommended doses of approved Covid-19 vaccines (including boosters) approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration and the provision of Covid-19 Certificate before commencing employment.
Our approach is simple – everybody is welcome here. At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. We know that when our people feel respected and valued, we empower them to share that within the communities we serve and to provide the very best care.
UnitingCare as part of our commitment to reconciliation and building long term employment opportunities for First Nations Peoples, would strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position. You can learn more about UnitingCare’s Reconciliation Action Plan here.
Selection Criteria
Essential: A minimum of 2 years experience in an Acute Tertiary Hospital
Essential: Experience in a variety of acute areas, including Surgical, General Medical, Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation is desirable
Essential: Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development
Essential: Demonstrated excellence in teamwork and communication
Essential: Please be advised it is a requirement for all UnitingCare employees and volunteers to have received both doses of a COVID-19 vaccine.
Essential: Are you currently AHPRA registered?
Essential: Experience in a variety of acute areas, including Surgical, General Medical, Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation is desirable
Essential: Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development
Essential: Demonstrated excellence in teamwork and communication
Essential: Please be advised it is a requirement for all UnitingCare employees and volunteers to have received both doses of a COVID-19 vaccine.
Essential: Are you currently AHPRA registered?
Contact Person
Lisa Haigh
Contact Number
0417 156 960
Contact Email
lisa.haigh@uchealth.com.au
Alternate Contact Person
Monique Luca
Alternate Contact Number
0438167134
Closing Date
09/10/2022
