Physiotherapist - HCA Defence - Townsville - 6 month Fixed Term Full Time

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Discover a unique & rewarding career looking after the health of Australian Defence Force personnel as a physiotherapist on base.

Summary about this job

Physiotherapy, OT & Rehabilitation

Company: Defence Recruitment

Location: Brisbane

Work type: Contract/Temp

Salary: DOE

Phone: +61-3-6106-4007

Fax: +61-2-4186-9447

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Detail information about job Physiotherapist - HCA Defence - Townsville - 6 month Fixed Term Full Time. Terms and conditions vacancy

  • Work/Life Balance - No shift or weekend work
  • Fixed Term for 6 Months - 37.5 hours per week
  • Work with patients who are fit and motivated to stay healthy

On behalf of Medibank's Garrison Health Services, Healthcare Australia has been subcontracted to deliver the On-base Primary Healthcare Services for the Australian Defence Force (ADF).

Keeping ADF personnel fit and healthy means that you're making a real difference in protecting our country. Not only will you be embarking on an exciting career, you will also gain a new perspective by delivering one of the most fulfilling jobs in Healthcare.


We have 2 fixed term six month positions with the possibility of a 6 month extension  available at Lavarack Barracks at Townsville for an experienced civilian physiotherapist to work 37.5 hours per week.


  About the Role  

  • Provide direction on, and / or conduct exercise prescription, gym based rehabilitation programs, hydrotherapy and physiotherapy related return-to-work rehabilitation services; 
  • Splinting, plastering and fitting of orthoses or other physiotherapy prescribed devices; 
  • Provision of instruction, advice and recommendations to Entitled Personnel and other health professionals; 
  • Liaise with other multidisciplinary health staff including Physical Training Instructors in regard to patient management; 
  • Use of electrotherapy modalities correctly and safely in accordance with APA guidelines; 
  • Management of patients in accordance with approved policies and protocols; 
  • Participate in the JHC Clinical Governance Program; 
  • Maintenance of department and equipment and stock in line with manufacturer's instructions and relevant policies in consultation with pharmacist.       
To be successful in this role you MUST meet the following criteria:
  • Recognised tertiary degree in Physiotherapy
  • Current unrestricted registration as a Physiotherapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulating Agency
  • A minimum of 2 years postgraduate MSK experience within the previous 5 years in an accredited physiotherapy environment
  • Must be an Australian Citizen and have the ability to pass baseline security clearance
Benefits of working with HCA Defence 
On top of a rewarding career and competitive salary package, you will also get many other benefits: 

  • Opportunity to work regular part time hours - No shift or weekend work required!
  • Free onsite parking
  • Paid Professional development days
  • The chance to work with patients who are fit and motivated to stay healthy, helping you to keep motivated too!
If you would like to explore the option of changing your current location of work, please contact Joanne Burton on +61 7 3118 8135 or send your CV and email us for further information in the strictest confidence.

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