Help patients turn progress into independence
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until May 2027
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 3
Remuneration: $58.95 - $60.86 per hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 22
Requisition ID: REQ647005
Location: Westlakes Community Health Service, Toronto
Applications Close: Monday, 30th March 2026
Enjoy variety, autonomy and strong team support
Make a Real Impact in Community Rehabilitation
Join a unique, interdisciplinary community rehabilitation team where no two days are the same. Based in Toronto NSW, you'll deliver care across outpatient, home, community and telehealth settings – all while enjoying the lifestyle perks of Lake Macquarie and easy, free parking.
Westlakes Community Rehabilitation Team supports a diverse and clinically interesting patient group, including stroke, multi‐morbidity, frailty and falls, and neurodegenerative conditions.
You'll be part of a highly collaborative team of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Social Workers, Nursing staff and Allied Health Assistants – all committed to strong teamwork, excellent communication, and truly patient‐centred, outcome‐focused care.
About The Role
This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll take the lead in running the outpatient rehabilitation gym across weekday mornings, supported by a skilled and supportive multidisciplinary team.
Following comprehensive, individualised assessments, you'll deliver tailored rehabilitation programs across multiple settings – including the outpatient gym, patients' homes, community environments, and via telehealth. Care is flexible and guided by patient goals, ensuring meaningful and relevant outcomes.
You'll work with patients in both group and one‐on‐one settings, supporting them to build strength, independence and confidence – and helping translate rehabilitation into real‐world function. This includes assisting patients to transition into sustainable, community‐based exercise programs.
You'll also play a key role in collecting and analysing outcome measures to support continuous quality improvement and enhance service delivery.
As part of an interdisciplinary team, you'll contribute to a range of shared responsibilities including intake, case management, care coordination, complex reporting, team administration and discharge planning.
About You
You're a motivated Physiotherapist who thrives in a collaborative, team‐focused environment and is passionate about delivering patient‐centred, outcome‐driven care.
You bring a broad rehabilitation skillset, a proactive approach to problem‐solving, and enjoy working with diverse and complex patient populations. You're curious, adaptable and committed to ongoing learning and professional growth.
In this role, you'll be supported to further develop specialist skills in areas such as behaviour change, falls prevention, subacute rehabilitation and neurological conditions.
Support
You'll be well supported by an experienced Team Leader and work Wednesday to Friday as part of a job share arrangement, collaborating with another Physiotherapist to ensure continuity of care.
Professional support is also provided by the Community Physiotherapy Head of Discipline, along with access to regular team meetings and professional development opportunities.
A structured orientation programme – including written resources, peer support and supervision – will ensure you feel confident and supported in your role from day one.
Requirements
* Physiotherapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA
What We Can Offer
* Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
* 4 weeks annual leave (pro‐rata for part‐time employees)
* Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) – giving you the opportunity for true Work‐life balance
* Salary packaging options – up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
* Fitness Passport for health and well‐being – discounted gym options for you and your family
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Additional Information
* An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part‐time vacancies.
* 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.
* We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
How To Apply
Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.
* Demonstrated high level verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences.
* Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and within a multi‐disciplinary team to manage complex situations.
* Demonstrated ability to meet the supervision needs of students and/or less experienced staff.
Need more information?
* Click here for the Position Description
* Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Glade Vyslysel on Glade.Vyslysel@health.nsw.gov.au
Information For Applicants
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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.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child‐safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well‐being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.
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