Clinical Lead Physiotherapist – AHP Level 4 – Musculoskeletal & Rheumatology
Permanent, Full time, 76h per fortnight
Tasmanian Health Service – North (Launceston General Hospital)
To be Tasmanian is to value quality over quantity. We create, preserve, and protect the unusual. With quiet confidence, with passion and perseverance, we pursue the extraordinary. Could you be Tasmanian?
You’re working to the top of your physiotherapy scope, providing high-value care to patients with chronic and complex rheumatology and musculoskeletal conditions and optimising the use of your expert skills. And these skills are in high demand everywhere. What’s different about Tasmania though, is our culture and our lifestyle. Here you will be encouraged to be yourself, to grow and to maximise the meaning in your work. You will have a powerful connection to your patients, and you’ll champion the cause of your profession in multi-disciplinary, team-based environments. Our isolation helps drive a culture of creation and human connection, which feels both old fashioned and… like the only future worth pursuing.
Our way of life here is centred on meaning. Creating, conserving, exploring, connecting. We don't sit in traffic at the end of the day, we spend more of our time doing the things we love. We are small enough here for uniqueness to stand out and be celebrated. Yet we are big enough for you to feel part of something important, somewhere you can belong and be surrounded by diversity, friendships, and positive lifestyles. Tasmanians are connected to the land where we live, and to the stories of the people who have cared for this place for thousands of years.
We offer an exciting and rewarding place to work, featuring contemporary, evidence-informed practice that sees our staff closely linked to the broader multidisciplinary team. We are a team comprised of a mix of passionate locals and new Tasmanian adventurers who will welcome your energy and experiences into the group dynamic.
The position:
- This newly established Advanced Scope Physiotherapy role will see you providing Physiotherapy management within the Specialised Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal clinics within the Launceston General Hospital
- Actively contribute to the development of these new clinics, supporting clients from the North and North-West of Tasmania
- Be part of the broader Physiotherapy and Allied Health group that are dedicated to the development of our people
- Collaborate with other advanced scope and specialist physiotherapists to provide clinical leadership and uphold best practice standards across the region
- Engage in and lead research initiatives in the field of rheumatological physiotherapy, driving evidence-based practice and innovation
- Support and mentor emerging physiotherapists within the Musculoskeletal stream, sharing your expertise and fostering clinical growth
Claire, one of our advanced scope Physiotherapists would be most happy to hear from you to answer questions about her journey to Tasmania, and how she finds working in the health service and Physiotherapy team: claire.bergenroth@ths.tas.gov.au
For more information about becoming a Clinical Lead Physiotherapist in Northern Tasmania, or to learn more about what we can do for you (relocation, salary benefits, development opportunities, etc.) please email or phone Anna, our A / Discipline Lead Physiotherapy: anna.tyson@ths.tas.gov.au or (03) 6777 6216.
If you need any more convincing about our beautiful part of the world, here it is Northern Tasmania
Details of appointment:
Permanent, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from as soon as you can join the team!
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary: $123,717 to $134,336 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022
Salary Packaging:
You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Allowances:
- Please note that access to salaries beyond $130,900 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme
- Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum for professional development course fees (daily wage, flights, accommodation, daily allowance paid in addition to this)
Benefits available to eligible candidates
- Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility:
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Professional qualifications in the relevant area or progress towards a relevant qualification.
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
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We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Application Guide:
How to apply:
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Anna Tyson
Position: Acting Discipline Lead - Physiotherapy
Phone number: (03) 6777 6216
Email address: anna.tyson@ths.tas.gov.au
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