Physiotherapist - Bunbury

This position delivers a quality physiotherapy service to Aboriginal people in the South West region that is culturally appropriate, secure and respectful.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team providing assessments and coordination of physiotherapy programs including their ongoing evaluation, to improve or maintain levels of physical function for SWAMS clients, particularly those engaged with our Community Services, such as NDIS and aged care programs.

A portion of the role is currently dedicated to clinical physiotherapy.

Essential Criteria

• Tertiary qualification Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) or similar, eligible for full membership of AHPRA or the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA)
• Clinical practice skills in rehabilitation assessment and intervention.
• Experience in providing culturally appropriate support services, including case management, advocacy and supports to Aboriginal people
• Demonstrated understanding of privacy and confidentiality issues.
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to function independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated high level of written, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to be flexible and manage case load and time effectively
• Ability to travel throughout the South West and Bindjareb (Mandurah) regions.
  

Desirable Criteria

• Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislative requirements.
• Understanding of the inter-generational impacts of Stolen Generation policies
  

SWAMS offers above award wages, salary sacrificing and packaging options, generous uniform allowance, professional development opportunities and a flexible and autonomous working environment.

For more information on the location and the role:

• About SWAMS, our great organisation - https://www.swams.com.au/
• About the exciting new role – please refer to the Job Description Form (JDF) at the bottom of this page
• About the beautiful Bunbury lifestyle - https://youtu.be/12Tz0A8NuZY

To Apply

To apply for this role please visit www.swams.com.au ‘Careers’ and follow the online application process or please include a cover letter addressing the selection criteria (no more than 3 pages), include a current resume, and email your application through to: **@SWAMS.com.au

Applications close as soon as suitable candidates have been identified.

SWAMS reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement prior to the stated closing date