• Attractive salary packaging options - up to $15,899 tax free
• Flexibility of hours offered: 45.6 - 76 hrs / fortnight  
• Busselton based with some travel to Bunbury when required
• Relocation package offered for eligible applicants - conditions apply

The opportunity

We have a new opportunity for a permanent full time or part time Physiotherapist to join our team in the Busselton South West region. We are looking for a strong team player who is very organised, confident and proficient in their role. Working autonomously in the community, you will be responsible for the professional delivery of high-quality physiotherapy services to clients across a number of programs (Reablement, Commonwealth Home Support Programs and Home Care Packages) in order to maximise their physical potential and achieve optimum independence and quality of life in their own homes.

You will also be responsible for a Therapy Assistant working with the same clients. You will be provided with the technology and resources required to do the job. There is also a need to be able to travel to Bunbury region to cover leave and to meet referral demand episodically. Telehealth is also a service delivery model of care growing within our team. The hours of work in this role are flexible. We are able to consider candidates with availability Monday to Friday, minimum 3 days a week. This position may suit working parents with family responsibilities.  

 About you

The ideal candidate for this role holds relevant Physiotherapist qualifications, up-to-date registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as well as previous experience in the field.  You will also meet the following criteria:

• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to use appropriate treatment and assessment methods
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• The ability to provide education, support and coaching to direct care employees
• Valid unrestricted Australian driver’s licence
• Current Senior First Aid certificate is desirable
• Proficiency with technology is essential 

 Under the Aged Care act 1997, successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory National Police Clearance prior to commencement.

 Benefits

• Travel Allowance of $.78 per kilometre for travel between clients
• Laptop and Smart phone provided to perform your work
• Health Care benefits
• Social Club – discounted tickets for movies, the zoo and more (dependant on location)
• access to a home garaged pool car for full time staff. part time staff - access to a pool car when available
• professional development opportunities and monthly internal peer supervision 

How to apply

To submit your application, and to view a copy of the Position Description, click ‘Apply’. This ad will close earlier if the right applicant is found. 

Please note that unsolicited applications from agencies will not be accepted.

About Silver Chain

Silver Chain is one of Australia’s largest not-for-profit health and community care providers. Over the past year, we have helped more than 16,500 clients confidently live in their homes or communities by providing more than a million hours of care through our aged care services. With a reputation for innovation and leadership that’s been built over 125 years, Silver Chain is set for an exciting future – and we’d like you to be a part of it.

 At Silver Chain Group, we recognise the positive contribution that a diverse workforce makes to our organisation and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates.

Selection Criteria

• Essential: AHPRA registered Physiotherapist
  
• Essential: clean full drivers license - no L or P plates
  
• Desirable: Do you have minimum 4 - 5 years Community based experience?
  
• Essential: proficiency with technology

For further information contact Lynda Butterfield (04) 1909 3535. 

A position description is attached.