Physiotherapist Level 4 - Critical Care Team Leader
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Lvl 4
Remuneration: 131585 - 134775 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ679696
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 3 August 2026
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
This position is a key leadership role within the CHW Physiotherapy Department. The successful applicant will lead a large team working in the acute critical care areas (including paediatric ICU, neonatal ICU and cardiac services) as well as coordinate the after hours services (rostering and training and supervision of staff). A high level of cardiorespiratory skills and knowledge is required as well as experience as a team leader or supervisor.
What you'll be doing
The physiotherapist will provide clinical services to inpatients and/or outpatients as determined by the particular role. The physiotherapist will provide evidence based care within a multidisciplinary and family centred context, and utilise holistic physiotherapy models of care. Participation is required in ongoing education, teaching, evidence based practice and quality improvement activities.
The Level 4 Physiotherapist will contribute at an advanced level to:
- Planning, development and evaluation of physiotherapy services.
- Development, implementation and evaluation of policies, procedures and practice guidelines for patient care.
- Liaison with community based services relevant to the patient population.
Additional Benefits (where applicable): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)
How to Apply:
Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:
Aresume(maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
Responses to the questions below:
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- Recognised qualification in Physiotherapy and AHPRA registration.
- Significant postgraduate experience and knowledge in the relevant clinical area
- Demonstrated advanced level of clinical skills in the relevant clinical area
- Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills, (including negotiation and conflict resolution skills) and proven success in multidisciplinary team settings.
- Excellent time management and prioritisation skills with an ability to work flexibly within clinical and administrative service demands.
- Experience in supervision of physiotherapy staff and students
- Demonstrated leadership skills in service delivery improvement activities and/or research
Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health's commitment to 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.
Additional Information:
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian.
Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.
An Eligibility List may be created for future permanent and temporary full or part time vacancies. (perm FT)
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Kerry West on [email protected]
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at [email protected]
For technical support please contact 1300 679 367
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