• JOB -10003095
• We welcome all applications from new graduates to highly experienced therapists.

ABOUT HEALTH WORKFORCE QUEENSLAND

Health Workforce Queensland is a not for profit, non-Government Rural Workforce Agency (RWA) for primary health workforce in Queensland, focused on making sure remote, rural, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island communities have access to highly skilled health professionals when and where they need them, now and into the future.

Our Vision is to ensure an optimal health workforce to enhance the health of Queensland communities.

Position Description:

An exciting opportunity exists for 2 passionate and motivated Physiotherapists to join the team at Vital Health. One position is in Roma QLD, and the other is on a roster into Charleville. 

The successful applicant will bring a passion for improving rural, remote and Indigenous access to health services to the role. He/She will have highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, organisational skills and problem-solving skills.

As one of our valued team members, you will:

• Have an extremely varied caseload and get a rich clinical experience.
• Working in in-clinic and in-community settings, such as GP Practices, Aboriginal Health Centres, Kindy or School environments and more! 
• Be supported by Senior Clinical Team Members and a well-appointed Administration Team.
• Have a flexible working schedule/contract can be discussed to balance your work and life – please contact our HR Team with your questions.
• Provide high quality assessment and intervention services for clients including: musculoskeletal clients, ortho, neuro, community based, acute, sports injuries, paeds, ATSI community, aged care, NDIS, workplace (return to work and rehabilitation) caseload - support provided.
• Work alongside other allied health professionals in the team, including: Physiotherapists, Dietitians, Exercise Physiologist, Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologist, Allied Health Assistants and Psychologist.
• Participate in regular professional development, internally with Physiotherapy team and whole- of-clinic teams.
• Provide services under the NDIS.
• Engage in regular supervision and clinical support from PT Clinical Leadership Team.
• Travel, on a regular roster, to smaller towns to provide services (travel expenses covered).

Practice Information:

Vital Health is a modern multi-disciplinary allied health practice which is dedicated to providing a holistic, person-centred approach to therapy for rural and remote communities in rural QLD & NSW, Australia. As a team, their mission is to improve rural, remote, and Indigenous access to health services. They believe that all Australians should have access to high-quality health services, no matter where they live. 

Vital Health has continued to expand in response to a growing need within their communities for high-quality local health services and now have nine centres servicing regions across Queensland and New South Wales. Currently, the team consists of 60+ professionals who find living and working in rural parts of our country extremely rewarding, both on a personal and professional level.

Benefits:

This organisation offers the following to all their team members: 

• Internally facilitated professional development with a Senior Physiotherapist, peer support and lots of learning opportunities with other senior professionals.
• Comprehensive New Grad Program.
• Career Development Pathways into leadership positions, extra study or niche clinical areas.
• Up to $10,000 annually available for external professional development.
• Self-motivated individuals can increase their income with incentives.
• Relocation costs negotiated and support to find suitable accommodation.
• Support for Partner and family, eg: finding employment opportunities for spouses, childcare/ school options.
• Internal NDIS clinical and admin support and comprehensive training.

Qualifications and Experience:

As the successful applicant, you will bring a passion for improving rural, remote, and/or Indigenous access to health services.

You will have:

• Registration to AHPRA
• Ability to work flexibly and independently within different service delivery models and across different locations
• Passion for delivering evidence-based treatment
• Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving skills
• National Police Check

About Roma:

The biggest and best outback adventures start in Roma. You can enjoy a laid back lifestyle and belong to caring community of a well known country town.  We have the biggest cattle saleyards in the southern hemisphere, Queensland’s biggest bottle tree and learn about the discovery of oil and gas in Australia at The Big Rig in Roma. Roma is well known for its social sports, balls, Picnic Races, Food and Fire Festival, and Easter in the County.

Throughout the region, there are truly spectacular ancient landscapes and unique flora and fauna. There are eight established tourist drives, perfect if you are looking to get off the beaten track, plus fully guided eco tours available.  Carnarvon Gorge National Park offers towering white cliffs, huge rock overhangs adorned with ochre stencils, and engravings from an ancient and ongoing culture, and an array of well-established walking trails.

About Charleville:

Charleville, a rural town in south-central Queensland, is 660 km west of Brisbane and 280 km from the New South Wales border. It is on the Warrego River, at the junction of the Mitchell and Warrego Highways.

Charleville is the largest town in Queensland's south west and is a hub for visitors and pastoralists alike. In the heart of 'mulga country', Charleville and surrounding pastoral properties are rich in history, flora and fauna. Meander along the Charleville Heritage Trail to see some impressive examples of pioneer architecture and learn about the history of the town.

For more information on this position, please contact our team via [email protected] using the subject line: Physiotherapists x2 - Vital Health - Roma / Charleville enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Please apply via the 'Apply Now' button on this page.

Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.