The Team
Physiotherapy Services provides acute, sub-acute and community physiotherapy services to patients within the THS-South. This position sits within the Physiotherapy Medical Services Team which is the largest team in the service. In the role of Senior Physiotherapist – Oncology you will work with other oncology physiotherapists to provide evidence-based physiotherapy services to cancer patients in an inpatient, outpatient, multidisciplinary clinic and community exercise group setting. The Oncology Physiotherapy Service was established in 2021. It is active in research and well supported by the multidisciplinary Cancer and Blood Services Team.
The Senior Physiotherapist - Oncology position is based at the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) and involves work on site and at outlying Community Health Services.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Physiotherapist to work in the area of oncology in the Physiotherapy Medical Services Team to coordinate and provide physiotherapy services to cancer patients in the Inpatient Oncology ward at the RHH, and to outpatients at the RHH and other Community Health Centres.
Within the Department Framework and in accordance with Agency Policy and Procedures the Senior Physiotherapist- Oncology will, work as part of the Physiotherapy Medical Services Team and Hospital South Cancer and Blood Services to:
- Provide high quality, evidence driven physiotherapy oncology care collaboratively with the patient/client and carer, and other members of the multidisciplinary team as relevant.
- Assist in the coordination of services and service development across Physiotherapy and Cancer Services.
- Provide clinical expertise and professional education to Physiotherapy, Allied Health, Medical and Nursing teams, and external agencies.
- Promote a learning culture supporting leadership and clinical supervision to junior physiotherapists, allied health assistants and undergraduate students working in the Medical Services Team.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment
Fixed term part time, day worker position, working up to 38 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for approximately 12 months
*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
$117,272 to $126,182 per annum (Pro rata). 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 No. 2 of 2025
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 $123,487 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available
- Professional Development Allowance of up to $1200 per annum, paid on a fortnightly, pro rata basis.
Benefits available to eligible candidates
- 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 $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 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:
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
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: Trish Filby
Position: Senior Physiotherapist - Team Leader Medical Services Team
Phone number: 0436 005 939
Email address: patricia.filby@ths.tas.gov.au
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