Level 3 Outpatient and Orthopaedic Clinics Physiotherapist

Help Patients Move Better Sooner

Requisition ID: REQ670514

Employment Type: Temp Part Time and Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 3
Remuneration: $58.95 to 60.86 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging
Hours Per Week: Temporary Part Time 24 hours per week until 7^th February 2027 and Permanent Part Time 12 Hours per week
Location: Maitland Hospital

Applications Close: Sunday 5^th July 2026

About the role:

We are seeking a passionate Level 3 Physiotherapist to join our Outpatient Physiotherapy team, providing timely assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for outpatient and orthopaedic fracture clinic patients.

This Part Time, Monday to Friday role involves delivering both individual and group-based rehabilitation programs, managing waitlists, and supporting efficient access to physiotherapy services. The position is 1.0 FTE, comprising 0.4 FTE permanent hours and 0.6 FTE temporary hours until 7 February 2027, with the possibility of extension.

Working closely with the Level 6 Physiotherapist, Physiotherapy Assistant and multidisciplinary team, you will provide high-quality patient care, maintain clinical readiness of shared treatment spaces, complete timely documentation, and contribute to ongoing service improvement and outcome evaluation.

Where you'll be working:

Maitland Hospital is a modern Level 5 facility providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services to the local community. The Physiotherapy Department supports a busy and diverse Orthopaedic service, including hand, foot and ankle, shoulder, elective and trauma caseloads.

This role offers the opportunity to work across inpatient wards, outpatient physiotherapy services and the Orthopaedic Fracture Clinic, which operates four days per week. A newly established seven-day service supports inpatient wards and the Emergency Department, with dedicated staffing in place to ensure continuity of care.

You will be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and achieving the best possible outcomes. Our team embraces innovation and evidence-based practice, fostering a supportive environment where staff are encouraged to grow, contribute to service development, and adapt to evolving models of care-all with the patient at the centre of every decision.

About you

You are an experienced and motivated Physiotherapist with strong musculoskeletal and orthopaedic clinical skills. You are confident working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, with a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

You will bring:

• Experience managing musculoskeletal and orthopaedic caseloads
• The ability to deliver both individual and group rehabilitation programs
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication and documentation skills
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• A proactive, adaptable and collaborative approach
  
  You will be supported through ongoing clinical supervision, professional development opportunities, and participation in district-wide outpatient physiotherapy education and working groups.

Requirements

• Physiotherapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA

What we can offer you

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also 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 Worklife 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 or part time and temporary or 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.

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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. Please contact [email protected] for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via [email protected] or 1300 40 25 23.

HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefitssuch as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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