Job title:
Accredited Exercise Physiologist & Accredited Practising Dietitian – Private Cardiology Clinic | 60% Billings
Location: Townsville, QLD
Work type: Contractor
About us
We are a growing, specialist cardiology clinic in Townsville providing comprehensive care for patients with coronary disease, heart failure, arrhythmias and cardiometabolic risk. We are now expanding our services to include on‐site Exercise Physiology and Dietetics to deliver integrated, evidence‐based cardiac rehabilitation and prevention.
The opportunity
We are seeking:
* An Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP), and
* An Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD)
to join our team on a part‐time basis. You will work closely with the cardiologist and local GPs to provide high‐quality, one‐on‐one consultations for patients with established cardiovascular disease and cardiometabolic risk factors, primarily under Medicare chronic condition plans and on a private-billing basis. READY TO USE CONSULTATION ROOMS, INCLUDING RECEPTION SERVICES WITH A LONG WAITLIST OF DESERVING PATIENTS, HASSLE-FREE BOOKINGS, REFERRALS, AND MANY MORE ADVANTAGES.
Remuneration is a generous 60% of billings, with existing referral streams and strong potential to build a stable, cardiac‐focused caseload.
Key responsibilities
Exercise Physiologist
* Provide individual, clinic‐based cardiac and chronic disease exercise consultations
* Conduct functional and risk assessments and develop safe, progressive exercise plans for post‐MI, PCI/CABG, heart failure and high‐risk prevention patients.
* Deliver education on physical activity, behaviour change and self‐management.
* Communicate clearly with the cardiologist and referring GPs through concise reports and care‐plan feedback.
Dietitian
* Provide individual nutrition consultations for patients with coronary disease, heart failure, hypertension, dyslipidaemia, obesity and diabetes.
* Develop practical, sustainable meal plans (e.g. Mediterranean‐style, sodium restriction, weight and glycaemic management) tailored to cardiac patients.
* Deliver nutrition education around lipids, weight, BP, HF and cardiometabolic risk.
* Liaise with the cardiologist and GPs with timely written reports and updates.
What we offer
* 60% of billings (Medicare chronic condition items and private fees ).
* Established cardiology patient base and strong GP referral network.
* Flexible part‐time hours, ideal to combine with other clinical work.
* Modern consulting rooms in a central Townsville location.
* Administrative support for bookings and billing.
* Collegial, multidisciplinary environment with direct access to a cardiologist.
About you
Essential – Exercise Physiologist
* Tertiary qualification in Exercise Physiology.
* Current accreditation with ESSA as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist.
* Eligibility to register for a Medicare provider number and relevant funders.
* Experience or strong interest in cardiovascular and chronic disease management.
Essential – Dietitian
* Tertiary qualification in Dietetics.
* Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) status with Dietitians Australia.
* Eligibility to register for a Medicare provider number.
* Experience or strong interest in cardiovascular and metabolic nutrition.
For both roles
* A patient‐centred, evidence‐based approach.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to work within a medical team.
* Strong professional standards and commitment to quality care.
Remuneration
* Contractor arrangement with 60% of billings.
* Days and hours negotiable (initially 1–2 sessions per week with capacity to grow).
How to apply
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining:
* Your experience with cardiac and/or chronic disease patients.
* Your preferred working days and approximate availability.
Pulse cardiac care located near Mater, dealing with highly complex cardiac and geriatric patients, post MI, heart failure, post CABG, post stenting, arrhythmia problems at affordable rates, holistic and comprehensive care. High reputation cited as top 3 cardiaologist sin Townville, Dr Udaya Prashant Ponangi, with numerous publications, research interests, hold staff specialist position in Townsville University Hospital and is a senior lecturer at JCU
Job title:
Accredited Exercise Physiologist & Accredited Practising Dietitian – Pulse Cardiac Care | 60% Billings
Location: Townsville, QLD (opposite Mater Hospital)
Work type: Contractor
About Pulse Cardiac Care
Pulse Cardiac Care is a specialist cardiology clinic located near the Mater in Pimlico, providing holistic, comprehensive and affordable care for highly complex cardiac and geriatric patients, including post‐MI, heart failure, post‐CABG, post‐stenting and complex arrhythmias. Led by Dr Udaya Prashant Ponangi – widely recognised as one of the top cardiologists in Townsville, with numerous publications, active research interests, a Staff Specialist appointment at Townsville University Hospital and a Senior Lecturer role at JCU – the clinic enjoys an excellent reputation for quality, accessibility and compassionate care
The opportunity
We are seeking:
* An Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP), and
* An Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD)
to join our team on a part‐time basis at Pulse Cardiac Care. You will work closely with Dr Ponangi and local GPs to deliver clinic‐based, one‐on‐one consultations for complex cardiac and geriatric patients, primarily under Medicare chronic condition plans and private billing.
This is an ideal role for clinicians who want to focus on cardiac and cardiometabolic medicine in a highly reputable specialist setting, without needing a gym‐style space or extensive equipment (consultation‐room model).
Remuneration is a generous 60% of billings, with strong existing demand and referral streams.
Key responsibilities
Exercise Physiologist
* Provide evidence‐based, individual exercise consultations for patients post‐MI, heart failure, post‐CABG, post‐PCI/stenting and with complex arrhythmias.
* Conduct clinical history and functional assessments and design safe, home‐based and low‐equipment exercise programs suitable for older and multi‐morbid patients.
* Educate patients on physical activity, behaviour change, risk factor modification and self‐management.
* Communicate clearly with the cardiologist and referring GPs through concise reports and care‐plan feedback.
Dietitian
* Deliver individual nutrition consultations for patients with coronary artery disease, heart failure, hypertension, dyslipidaemia, obesity, diabetes and frailty.
* Develop practical, sustainable meal plans (e.g. Mediterranean‐style, sodium and fluid management in HF, weight and glycaemic control) tailored to older and complex patients.
* Provide patient‐centred education to support long‐term lifestyle change and medication adherence.
* Provide timely written feedback to Dr Ponangi and GPs as part of holistic, team‐based care.
What we offer
* Contractor arrangement with 60% of billings (Medicare and private).
* Established complex cardiac and geriatric caseload with a strong referral base.
* Flexible part‐time hours (initially 1–2 sessions per week, with capacity to grow).
* Modern consulting rooms in a convenient location opposite Mater, with on‐site parking.
* Supportive administrative team for bookings and billing.
* Opportunity to work alongside a highly regarded interventional cardiologist involved in research and teaching.
About you
Essential – Exercise Physiologist
* Tertiary qualification in Exercise Physiology.
* Current accreditation with ESSA as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist.
* Eligibility for a Medicare provider number.
* Demonstrated interest or experience in cardiovascular and geriatric/chronic disease management.
Essential – Dietitian
* Tertiary qualification in Dietetics.
* Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) status.
* Eligibility for a Medicare provider number.
* Demonstrated interest or experience in cardiac, metabolic and geriatric nutrition.
For both roles
* Strong commitment to holistic, patient‐centred care.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
* Professional, reliable and organised, with a focus on quality and safety.
Remuneration and hours
* Contractor model with 60% of billings.
* Part‐time hours, days negotiable to suit both parties.
* Scope to expand sessions as demand continues to grow.
How to apply
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining:
* Your experience with cardiac, geriatric and/or complex chronic disease patients.
* Why are you interested in working at Pulse Cardiac Care?
* Your preferred working days and availability.
Applications can be emailed to: ****@pulsecardiaccare.com or **************@gmail.com
For a confidential discussion, please contact Dr Udaya Prashant Ponangi at Pulse Cardiac Care on 0424657***