Suncare is committed to "Making People's Lives Better". We do this through providing innovative personal solutions that support people to live their life, their way. We are a Queensland based not-for-profit community services organisation and as a values-based organisation we want our staff to reflect the values that we live by:
Innovative | Inclusive | Agile | Respectful | Authentic | Collaborative | Empathetic
Our customers are at the heart of everything we do and the experience they enjoy is critical to the success of our organisation. Every day, Suncare employees are making a difference to real people and making people's lives better.
Physiotherapist - what's involved in the role?
As our new Physiotherapist, you will provide Physiotherapy services to our customers involved in Short Term Restorative Care, Home Care Packages, and other community programs.
You will enjoy meeting with our Gympie customers in their own home to assess their needs and monitor, review and verify the quality and effectiveness of services provided on a regular basis. Provision of services to customers could include Exercise Prescription, Rehabilitation, Hydrotherapy, Strength, Mobility and Balance Programs.
Your responsibilities will also include maintaining accurate customer records with supporting documentation of care plans, progress notes, customer reviews, outcome measures, incidents, and consent.
This is a mobile role and administrative tasks can be done either at home or at a Suncare office or co-working space, which allows for greater flexibility and autonomy.
This position is available as Part-Time Permanent position (45.6 hours per fortnight; 3 days per week or reduced hours across 5 days). We invite you to outline your preferred working hours in your cover letter.
What you will bring to our team:
* Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy and registration with AHPRA
* Significant practical experience or extensive knowledge in providing Physiotherapy services in a rehabilitation and/or aged care setting
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills
* Strong organisation and time management skills
* Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of an inter-disciplinary team
* A great attitude, willing to learn new things, and most importantly an interest in listening and understanding what the customer wants
* Current First Aid and CPR certificate
* A valid Driver's Licence and willingness to use your own vehicle for work purposes, ensuring it is appropriately insured
What we offer:
At Suncare our people really are our greatest asset. We offer:
* Not for profit salary packaging benefits
* Flexible working options (including hybrid office + work from home)
* Monthly Clinical Professional Development opportunities and a CPD allowance for individual learning goals.
* A friendly, supportive team environment that values all voices
* Fitness Passport and health and wellbeing programs
* Employee Assistance Program
* Advanced technology to support you in your role
* Comprehensive induction plus ongoing training and development
* Career progression opportunities in a rewarding, growth industry
* And this position is eligible for QLeave
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Ready to join our team of over 800 staff and 200 volunteers? Please apply by including your resume and a cover letter outlining why you would be a great fit for this role.
As part of the recruitment process, you may be requested to undertake background checks such as criminal history, pre-employment medical, demerit point/driving history and reference checks.
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Applicants may be requested to disclose any pre-existing illness or injury which may impact on their ability to perform the advertised role. Details are available in section 571 of the Workers Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003
Suncare is an equal opportunity employer