Senior Physiotherapy Specialist
We are seeking a seasoned physiotherapy professional to assume a leadership role in our Neurorehabilitation and Aged Care department.
This is an exceptional opportunity for the successful candidate to lead clinical research, service evaluation, and provide expert clinical consultation and education across SWSLHD in acute neurosciences, rehabilitation, or aged care. The Senior Physiotherapy Specialist works closely with the Physiotherapy Head of Department and takes a lead role in supervision, education, and training of Physiotherapists, Allied Health Assistants, and Physiotherapy Students.
The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities, clinical excellence, and a personable approach to working with diverse patients, families, and colleagues. They will mentor junior staff, contribute to service development, and drive innovation in physiotherapy practice.
This Level 6 position is responsible for specialist physiotherapy clinical service provision. The position takes a lead in planning and supporting clinical research, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement for the department and across SWSLHD. The Senior Physiotherapy Specialist provides expert consultation and education across SWSLHD in their area of specialisation and supervises, teaches, and trains Physiotherapists, AHAs, and students.