Senior Physiotherapist

  Please note that the closing date of this vacancy has been extended.  We are seeking to appoint a suitably experienced and motivated person to the position of Senior Physiotherapist. This is for a Fixed Term Full Time appointment until 30/07/2023, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service.

WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles. WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy.   As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.

  Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.  Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.  Other Conditions:  WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility.

WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian

Working With Children (WWC) Check.  For further information please refer to the WWC website at: Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA).

  Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.   Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of six (6) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

Position Profile: This position plans, coordinates, monitors and evaluates the delivery of timely and culturally appropriate Physiotherapy services for Derby, Fitzroy Valley and other catchment areas as required. Area Profile: WACHS Kimberley is the most northern health region of WACHS. The Kimberley region has approximately 200 Aboriginal communities, over 34 different Aboriginal language groups and 45 percent of the population are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

WACHS Kimberley consists of six hospitals, an inpatient mental health unit, three Community Directorates and a Corporate Office. WACHS Kimberley provides hospital, community health, public health, remote area health, community aged care, and mental health services across the region through a dedicated team of medical, nursing, Aboriginal health, allied health and support staff. Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements): 10.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice.

For further information click here. Access to generous salary packaging arrangements Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance Flexible working arrangements Flexible leave arrangements Other professional and location based allowances including; DA/Country allowance Air con subsidy Relocation package Housing

For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Chris Hart on 08 9194 1***. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

 It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.    Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements.  These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online.

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation. Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.

 LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Position Title Senior Physiotherapist Agency WA Country Health Service Salary HSO Level P2 $105,824 - $112,443 p.a Location Derby Unit/Division Derby

Closing Date 2022-10-10 4:00 PM Salary HSO Level P2 $105,824 - $112,443 p.a Agency Department of Health Company Information Description   Please note that the closing date of this vacancy has been extended.  We are seeking to appoint a suitably experienced and motivated person to the position of Senior Physiotherapist. This is for a Fixed Term Full Time appointment until 30/07/2023, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service.

WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles. WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy.   As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.

  Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.  Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.  Other Conditions:  WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility.

WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian

Working With Children (WWC) Check.  For further information please refer to the WWC website at: Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA).

  Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.   Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of six (6) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

Position Profile: This position plans, coordinates, monitors and evaluates the delivery of timely and culturally appropriate Physiotherapy services for Derby, Fitzroy Valley and other catchment areas as required. Area Profile: WACHS Kimberley is the most northern health region of WACHS. The Kimberley region has approximately 200 Aboriginal communities, over 34 different Aboriginal language groups and 45 percent of the population are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

WACHS Kimberley consists of six hospitals, an inpatient mental health unit, three Community Directorates and a Corporate Office. WACHS Kimberley provides hospital, community health, public health, remote area health, community aged care, and mental health services across the region through a dedicated team of medical, nursing, Aboriginal health, allied health and support staff. Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements): 10.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice.

For further information click here. Access to generous salary packaging arrangements Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance Flexible working arrangements Flexible leave arrangements Other professional and location based allowances including; DA/Country allowance Air con subsidy Relocation package Housing

For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Chris Hart on 08 9194 1***. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

 It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.    Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements.  These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online.

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation. Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.

 LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Attachments