Senior Physiotherapist – Community Acute & Post-Acute Care (CAPAC)

NSW Health

Join WNSWLHD to help build healthier rural communities. In this rewarding role, you will provide physiotherapy services in the community with a focus on preventing hospital admissions and supporting recovery. Clinical areas include post-illness, falls, surgical interventions, as well as respiratory, cardiac, and pulmonary rehabilitation.

You will work with patients in acute or ED wards, Hospital in the Home (HiTH), and other community care settings, while collaborating with the Bathurst Physiotherapy Department, Medical Ward, Ambulatory Care, and HiTH teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver physiotherapy care to patients across community and acute care settings

Minimise hospital admissions through effective post-illness and surgical interventions

Support rehabilitation in respiratory, cardiac, and pulmonary care

Collaborate closely with allied health professionals, medical teams, and community outreach services

Build long-term relationships with patients to improve health outcomes within their communities

About You:

Qualified Physiotherapist with current AHPRA registration

Experience in community, acute, or post-acute care preferred

Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Commitment to delivering patient-centred care

Why Join Us:

Be part of a highly skilled, passionate, and supportive team

Contribute to the health and wellbeing of rural communities

Access to professional development, training, and career growth opportunities

Flexible workplace adjustments available for applicants with disabilities

Encourage Aboriginal people to apply under GSE Rule 26

Additional Information:

This recruitment may create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary)

All staff must comply with Child Safety Standards and contribute to a safe environment for children

How to Apply:

Click ‘Apply’ and create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System, or log in with an existing account

Upload your current resume

Answer the selection criteria

Enquiries:
Susan Shawcross – Phone: (02) 6330 5686 | Email: susan.shawcross@health.nsw.gov.au

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