• Generous annual CPD allowance ($2,000) for new or recent graduates.

• Hugely varied caseload and learning opportunities.

• Potential opportunity for financial assistance in postgraduate study (e.g. Masters etc.) or professional courses, in addition to CPD allowance.

• Clear progression pathways.

Job Title:  Physiotherapist- New or Recent Graduate – Cairns, Queensland.

Job Type:  Permanent – Full time 38hrs, also open to Part Time for the right candidate.

Practice Information:
The practice provides community rehabilitation and disability services to people living with illness, injury, and/or disability to help them life a life they love. They deliver an interdisciplinary private pain group program which is amazingly rewarding and fun. The practice has an interdisciplinary allied health team of 13 clinicians. Their clinical team collaborates closely to maximise our impact and help our clinicians as well as our clients thrive. They have fun! Team socials happen throughout the year, including options for partners and family to attend. They celebrate their wins inside and outside of work. They have a strong reputation that is built on quality, compassion, care, and a fun culture. They are a driven team that pride themselves on teamwork, excellence, and innovation. They focus on bringing out the best in their team members, and they know this results in the best experience for their clients.

The new, purpose-built clinic and therapy space is located centrally in Bungalow.  Clinic is location is 5mins from the Cairns CBD, with plenty of free street parking directly in front of the clinic. Living in Cairns means short commutes (5mins-25mins). Great work/life balance is a top priority. They offer flexibility in work hours, as well as no early mornings, evenings, or weekend work.

Position Description:
The role of a Physiotherapist is to support our community to live a life they love through striving for excellence via delivery of high-quality healthcare that allows patients to achieve amazing outcomes. They are dedicated to empowering their patients to working towards their goals, and improving their quality of life, through taking an active role in their therapy. This involves formulating thoughtful and evidence-based assessments and developing and where appropriate, implementing, innovative therapy strategies that align with our ethos of person-centred care, focusing on assisting patients in achieving their personal goals and enhancing their independence in various aspects of life. The team works collaboratively with the systems and supports already in place with the client to maximise their outcomes.

Why this Role?

• THE PRACTICE VALUES PROFESSIONAL GROWTH; Generous annual CPD allowance ($2,000) for new or recent graduates.

• Excellent work conditions and all required equipment provided.

• Flexible hours, days and locations.

• Hugely varied caseload and learning opportunities.

• Opportunities to deliver outreach health care to rural/regional areas (if interested).

• Opportunities to be part of Persistent Pain Care Team.

• Physiotherapy team all working under one roof, in addition to a clinical team of six exercise physiologists, two psychologists, two occupational therapists. In-person interdisciplinary clinical roundtables every fortnight

• Weekly formal clinical supervision (and ad hoc supervision) and superstar admin support to allow you to prioritise clinical time, supervision, growth, and learning.

• Amazing opportunities for learning and further upskilling from the clinical leadership team in all areas, from paediatrics, mental health, aged care to persistent pain

• Clear progression pathways.

• Opportunities in your career to explore where your passions lie, and to become a subject matter expert in any clinical area of interest.

• Non-clinical mentoring and guidance to support your career development and planning.

• Potential opportunity for financial assistance in postgraduate study (e.g. Masters etc.) or professional courses, in addition to CPD allowance.

• Be part of a very strong and committed team, where you get to learn from other interdisciplinary health professionals who are aligned with our core purpose of empowering our community to live a life they love!

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy or equivalent qualification

• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation (AHPR) Agency

• Current Driver’s Licence

After Hours Requirements:  No

Salary Information:
$80,000 - $100,000 per annum.

About Cairns:
The practice is located in a region of unparalleled beauty and opportunity, where the rainforest meets the reef. Perfect weather 6 months of the year, and perfect for swimming the other 6 months Cairns is the 14th largest city in Australia. Enjoy the services and facilities of a big city, without the travel congestion and crushing crowds. Cairns international airport is the is the gateway to the world, fly direct to locations all over the world and make the most of your leave! No matter where you live in Cairns, you can walk (or take a short drive) to a creek, rainforest track or beach. Make it a slightly longer by car or boat and you’ll find a waterfall, mountain hike or reef to explore. The practice has a team of 21, a mix of lifelong locals, recent locals, and team new to the region. The team are always keen to share where the best spots are, from nightlife and bars, cafes and restaurants, creeks and waterfalls, hikes, amazing getaways, to scuba operators and snorkelling spots.

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How amazing it is to live and work in Cairns: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0ShTVsxjVQ

For more information on this position, please contact our team via hws@healthworkforce.com.au.

Please apply via the 'Apply Now' button on this page.

Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.

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