About the work unit / facility The Townsville University Hospital Physiotherapy Department is part of the Allied Health Services Division and is led by a Physiotherapist.
Services are delivered across the continuum of care to a wide range of patient groups in inpatient, outpatient, and domiciliary settings.
The department provides a 24-hour service through an on-call and weekend roster.
Physiotherapists routinely work in intensive care, medical and surgical acute care, musculoskeletal, rehabilitation, oncology, rural facilities, women's and children's health, and community health.
About your new employer Clinical Excellence Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) offers a dynamic healthcare environment with access to advanced medical practices, research, and specialised expertise.
As a leading tertiary and referral service, we support professional development through complex casework, multidisciplinary collaboration, and innovative care.
Career Growth and Development We provide structured career pathways, secondments, and training programs.
Whether advancing in clinical specialties, Digital Health, or leadership, staff benefit from mentorship and strong ties with James Cook University (JCU).
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage Our community-driven culture promotes collaboration, inclusion, and support.
We offer metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional lifestyle—short commutes, diverse facilities, and a close-knit network.
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits Located in beautiful North Queensland, Townsville HHS spans vibrant rural, urban, country, and coastal communities.
Staff enjoy affordable living, natural beauty, and outdoor activities in a relaxed setting.
We prioritise wellbeing through flexible work options, job security, and a family-friendly environment—combining regional lifestyle with modern healthcare benefits.
Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages and .
Salary range: $128,169 to $137,918 p.a. (HP4) 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading *****% employer contribution to superannuation Plus great options About your opportunity Deliver high-level physiotherapy clinical services and provide clinical leadership across acute services at The Townsville University Hospital.
This position is integral to maintaining high standards of physiotherapy practice and contributing to the ongoing development of acute medical and surgical physiotherapy, with the aim of optimising patient flow and experience.
The role also serves as a key resource in acute physiotherapy for staff, service managers, and health care consumers within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service.
In addition, the position contributes to a 7-day service, including after-hours and on-call responsibilities.
Requirements: Possession of a qualification in physiotherapy from a recognised tertiary institution and current registration, or eligibility for current registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia.
This position requires the incumbent to operate a class C motor vehicle and an appropriate license endorsement to operate this vehicle is required.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
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Enquiries: Lauren Lambie on ************ Applications close: Tuesday, 2 December **** Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.