Physiotherapist
Are you an experienced and dedicated Physiotherapist who is passionate about creating meaningful patient experiences while working alongside a supportive, multidisciplinary team?
Tranquil location – Free staff parking
Easy commute from the Pacific Motorway
Casual employment opportunities
About the role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Physiotherapist to join the Allied Health team on a casual basis. The successful applicants will join our physiotherapy team covering a caseload of inpatients and outpatients including neurological, orthopaedic, amputee and geriatric rehabilitation, acute medical/ orthopaedic surgical patients and aquatic therapy.
About us:
Hunter Valley Private Hospital is located on the fringe of Newcastle and is close to the Pacific Motorway, vineyards and university. We are an independent 83 bed facility with a 5-theatre Operating Suite providing medical (geriatric and palliation), rehabilitation (inpatient and day only) and surgical services. We are committed to providing a workplace culture that respects, supports and rewards staff members. Hunter Valley Private Hospital is accredited by ACHS and has a dedicated focus on providing quality healthcare to our patients.
Please visit our website for further information on the hospital at www.hvph.com.au
Key Responsibilities:
Conducting initial assessment, re-assessments and discharge summaries
Designing best practice exercise prescription
Conducting education sessions
Monitoring of patients throughout sessions
Support members of the Allied Health team to provide high standards of clinical care to patients/families
Work with the Allied Health Team to help patients achieve their goals
Adhere to Healthscope and site policies and procedures
Contribute to efficient and effective running of the department
Demonstrate a commitment to continuous quality improvement and occupational health and safety
Deliver a high standard of customer service at all times
Essential Criteria:
Registration with AHPRA
Demonstrated good communication skills and well-developed interpersonal skills
Experience working in a multidisciplinary team
Highly developed interpersonal skills, proactive, motivated and customer focused
Desirable Criteria:
Relevant clinical experience in hospital rehabilitation
Demonstrated ability to prioritise workloads
Intermediate to advanced computer skills.
Why Healthscope?
When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.
You'll also benefit from:
- Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network
- Discounted health insurance (non-casuals only)
- Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth
We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us. We support each other, share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together.
Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.
Applications close: 14th September 2026
To apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out to: Kate Coleman, 02 4944 3715 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday) or Kate Godfrey 0249 443774 (Monday to Thursday) or alternatively email Kathryn.godfrey@healthscope.com.au
Please include a cover letter and a CV along with the contact details of 2 professional referees.
More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. We are also committed to child safety. We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.
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