About the role
The fixed term part time role (16 hours per week - Mondays and Tuesdays preferred, until end November 2026) of the Senior Level 3 Physiotherapist is to work within the Mission and Mission in Action of HammondCare to ensure a high standard of Physiotherapy service is provided to patients of the Hospital, along with appropriate support and advice to their carers.
The Senior Physiotherapist will participate as a member of the multi-disciplinary team in assessing patients’ level of functional mobility and care needs, setting care goals and providing appropriate treatment. The Senior Physiotherapist will provide leadership within the specialty area including supervision of allocated staff and students in the performance of their duties and the provision of the highest standards of quality care in a patient-centred, evidence-based, continuous quality improvement work environment that is consistent with the values and ethics of HammondCare and the Australian Physiotherapy Association.
HammondCare is a NSW Health-affiliated organisation all NSW Health transferrable entitlements will be recognised.
About you
A tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy and registration as a Physiotherapist with AHPRA
Significant practical experience or extensive knowledge in providing physiotherapy services in a Palliative Care setting. Experience across inpatient and outpatient/ community settings would be desirable
Relevant clinical experience including demonstrated advanced practice skills and management of a complex physiotherapy caseload.
Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal)
Demonstrated organisation and time management skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Demonstrated commitment to professional development and ability to implement evidence-based practice.
Reasonable administrative and computer skills.
A current drivers licence and safe driving record.
Benefits - What are we offering
Market-leading remuneration
Salary packaging; $9,010 annually for living expenses
Leave benefits – purchased additional annual leave
Additional training & career development opportunities
Reward and Recognition Program
Fitness Passports: Full facility access can include gyms, group classes and pools for yourself and your family.
Free independent, confidential counselling services, wand wellbeing resources available through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you & your family.
Exclusive discounts at MyCar; Servicing, Brakes, Repairs
Exclusive commercial discounts for JB HI-FI, The Good Guys, Optus, Dell and Samsung
Ready to make a change? Apply Now! Please include a cover letter addressing the criteria ‘About you’ as above.
Closing Date: 17th July 2026
For any specific queries please contact Lionel Wong at [email protected]
HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We thrive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves.
All shortlisted applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to a criminal record check, immunisation staff screening & vaccination compliance checks.
Skills Required
- Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy and registration with AHPRA
- Significant practical experience or extensive knowledge in providing physiotherapy services in a Palliative Care setting
- Experience across inpatient and outpatient/community settings
- Relevant clinical experience including advanced practice skills and management of a complex physiotherapy caseload
- Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal)
- Demonstrated organisation and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to professional development and ability to implement evidence-based practice
- Reasonable administrative and computer skills
- Current driver's licence and safe driving record
- Consent to criminal record check, immunisation screening and vaccination compliance checks (for shortlisted applicants)
What We Do
HammondCare is an independent Christian charity that provides expert aged care, home care, dementia care, and palliative care services across Australia.
