Make a real difference in the lives of people rebuilding after brain injury
Remuneration: $ $58.52per hour+ superannuation + salary packaging + rural incentives
Location: Tamworth Community Health Service
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 3
Hours Per Week: 28
Requisition ID: REQ621489
Applications Close: Wednesday 26th November 2025
Where you'll be working
Join a passionate, multidisciplinary team at the New England Brain Injury Rehabilitation Service (NEBIRS) – a community-based specialist service dedicated to supporting people aged 0–65 who have sustained an acquired brain injury, most often traumatic in nature.
Based in beautiful New England, you'll be part of a regional outreach team that helps clients transition from hospital to home and community life. We work in partnership with clients, families, and carers to deliver tailored, person-centred rehabilitation that restores independence, participation, and quality of life.
About the role
We're seeking an experienced Physiotherapist who's ready to bring expertise, compassion, and creativity to this diverse and rewarding role.
You'll provide specialist assessment, rehabilitation, and case management for clients across the region - supporting recovery and community reintegration every step of the way.
In this role, you will:
* Deliver physiotherapy across a variety of settings – from transitional living units and client homes to community environments and via virtual care.
* Manage a complex community caseload guided by the NSW Brain Injury Rehabilitation Program (BIRP) principles.
* Collaborate closely within an interdisciplinary team and maintain strong partnerships with stakeholders such as iCare, CTP insurers, and private rehabilitation providers.
* Contribute to community education and provide expert advice across the local health district.
This position includes travel throughout the New England region as part of our outreach model – with travel time and vehicles provided.
About you
You're a compassionate, adaptable Physiotherapist who finds purpose in helping people rebuild their lives after brain injury. You bring:
* Demonstrated experience managing complex rehabilitation caseloads
* Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
* A commitment to evidence-based, culturally respectful, and person-centred care
* Experience mentoring or supporting others (highly regarded)
What we offer
* A comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development in specialist brain injury rehabilitation
* Supportive leadership and access to experienced peers across NSW Brain Injury Units
* Opportunities to participate in statewide clinical networks, research, and education
* Regular supervision and a strong commitment to staff wellbeing, flexibility, and career growth
Requirements:
* Essential Tertiary qualifications in Physiotherapy and eligibility for membership of Australian Physiotherapy Association
* Current eligibility to drive in NSW and the ability and willingness to travel for work purposes which may involve driving long distances
About Hunter New England Health
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
* Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
* Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
* Proximity to shopping and other services
* Salary packaging options
* Fitness Passport
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
* Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional Information:
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o Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. Please note: if your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact HNELHD-
* To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
* An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
* We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
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How to apply:
Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.
* Can you describe your clinical experience providing physiotherapy services to clients with traumatic or acquired brain injury? Please include examples from acute, sub-acute, and/or community settings, and highlight your role within a multidisciplinary team.
* Tell us about your experience providing community-based rehabilitation coordination and/or case management for people with complex needs. What approaches or strategies have you found most effective?
* Provide an example of a time when you used your negotiation, decision-making, or advocacy skills to achieve a positive outcome for a client or service. How did you engage and collaborate with stakeholders at different levels to reach that outcome?
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
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