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Physiotherapists x2 - Kingaroy

Health Workforce Queensland
  • Location: Kingaroy
  • Work type: Full Time
  • Job no: 2362

Description

This is a great opportunity for a recent or new graduate to rapidly build on the skills and competencies developed during your training. This position grants access to substantial professional development which is only available to physios in rural and regional areas.

Additionally, this is an opportunity to further develop a diverse range of evidence based clinical skills in a supported environment; to supervise staff; to develop your communication skills with clients and key stakeholders, and to develop leadership skills. By working in a rural area you are exposed to an incredibly diverse array of clinical presentations and funding models, which when combined with the substantial professional development opportunities, enables your career to be catapulted ahead of that of your peers.

Why work with us?

  • Mixed case load of primarily musculo-skeletal and rehab services.
  • Consolidate your skills in a supportive environment with a diverse range of patient presentations.
  • The clinic provides solid evidence-based management of acute and chronic conditions, without the pressure to be sales focused.
  • Mentoring from senior physiotherapists to assist with complex case management and professional growth.
  • Kingaroy qualifies for scholarships and bursaries available through Health Workforce Qld, which can be used to further advance your career.
  • Full-time position in rural setting, with flexible work hours.
  • No weekend work.
  • No long daily commute to and from work.
  • Be valued as an individual team member.

Kingaroy is located an easy 2.5 hour drive north west of Brisbane. It is a friendly country town, with a strong community atmosphere. Become involved with the many opportunities available with a variety of sporting and community groups. There is also a South Burnett Young Professionals group to assist with meeting new people and having some fun. Kingaroy is close to the Bunya Mountains and recreational dams. Both Toowoomba and the Sunshine coast are around 2 hours drive away. For more information about Kingaroy and the South Burnett visit https://tourism.southburnett.com.au/.

About us:

  • Established, highly regarded private practice in Kingaroy with satellite clinic in neighbouring town of Nanango with excellent referral base. Hydrotherapy services are also offered
  • Professional team consists of 2 full time senior physiotherapists and one part-time exercise physiologist
  • Mentoring and case management assistance form professional staff
  • Services provided include general private physiotherapy treatment to a wide range of client presentations, rehabilitation programs for both acute and chronic musculo-skeletal and neurological conditions, pulmonary rehab and pain education
  • Receptionists provide full administrative support and assistance with non-clinical duties
  • Physiotherapy aide to assist with service delivery
  • Spacious, well equipped facilities
  • Friendly work environment

Requirements:

  • Physiotherapist with an interest in providing client focused clinical treatment for a wide range of primarily musculo-skeletal presentations
  • Interest in providing rehabilitation for post-surgical musculo-skeletal conditions, neurological conditions and falls prevention
  • Demonstrate a high level of communication and clinical skills and willingness to learn from senior staff
  • Current registration with AHPRA
  • Current Professional Indemnity
  • Current Driver's license
  • APA membership desirable
  • Current CPR certificate desirable

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