The Role

An opportunity has become available for a Physiotherapist - Senior (Emergency) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

• Deliver high level physiotherapy clinical services as part of a multi-professional team, to patients of the Emergency Department
• Undertake high level physiotherapy duties within the Emergency Department exercising independent professional judgement in managing a complex clinical caseload
• Actively participate in the systematic pursuit and practical application of valid and reliable evidence to support clinical practice
• Actively pursue further relevant professional development and contribute to the development and delivery of clinical education
• Act as a resource person in physiotherapy relevant to emergency services providing high level clinical advice to professional and operational supervisors

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

• Tertiary degree in Physiotherapy
• AHPRA Registration
• While not mandatory, postgraduate studies/qualifications in musculoskeletal or sports physiotherapy, vestibular physiotherapy skills and experience working in an Emergency Department would be well regarded
• Availability to work across a 7-day service with extended hours and on-call as requested
• Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
• Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
• Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

• Flexible work options
• Career Development
• Salary Packaging
• Modern Facilities
• Diverse Work Culture
• Research Opportunities
• 12.75% super
• 17.5% leave loading
• Interstate/International candidates may be eligible(PDF) ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0020/190415/Workforce-attraction-incentive-scheme-guideline.pdf ) for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/working-for-us/workforce-attraction-incentive-scheme ) – up $20,000!

Salary

• Permanent part time (60.8 hours per fortnight)
• Base salary ranging from $62.75 - $67.53 per hour

About Us

Physiotherapists within the Emergency Department provide high level physiotherapy clinical services to presenting patients and high level advice regarding physiotherapy relevant to the emergency setting for staff, service managers and health care consumers.

About Gold Coast Health

• Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
• Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
• More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
• Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
• Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
• A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
• Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Tuesday, 9 April 2024

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC553785

Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.