Join a leading community, non-profit, primary health care services provider – various locations available for this role!Mount Isa – Relocation Available!Enjoy an attractive salary of $78,483 to $96,190 (commensurate with experience), PLUS super and up to $15,900 salary sacrificing!Excellent range of additional benefits include a flexible working environment, 17.5% leave loading, 5 weeks annual leave, AND initial housing support!Come for the life experience, stay for the lifestyleNorth and West Remote Health (NWRH) are currently seeking an Exercise Physiologist to join their Mount Isa team, on a full-time basis.Reporting to the Team Leader, and working as part of a supportive, diverse and multidisciplinary team, this role will see you assessing, planning and implementing exercise programs for preventing and managing chronic diseases and injuries and assisting in restoring optimal physical function, health and wellness of NWRH clients.Core duties will include but will not be limited to:Screening and risk stratifying to ensure the safety and appropriateness of exercise and physical activity interventions;Assessing a person's 'movement' capacity in people of all ages and levels of health, wellbeing or fitness;Running already developed group classes in relation to falls prevention and cardiac and pulmonary health;Developing safe, effective individualised exercise interventions;Providing health education, advice and support to enhance health and wellbeing;Providing exercise intervention and advice for those at risk of developing a chronic condition or injury;Managing communication with internal and external stakeholders.There will be some travel with overnight stays required to provide outreach services to communities distant to Mount Isa. A vehicle, meals and accommodation whilst away will be subsidised by NWRH.Helping those who may not otherwise receive healthcare and support, you will get to see the real difference your work makes in their lives, allowing clients to live and receive treatment locally.Salary sacrificing options up to $15,900; (take home more pay!)10 days paid professional development leave per yearRental Subsidy$10,000 for outside professional development (as available)Annual return flight home5 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading; andRelocation assistanceFor those relocating to the area, NWRH will provide initial shared housing to support your move and help you get settled; with an ongoing rental subsidy provided once you settle into your own accommodation!Skills and experienceTo be considered, you must hold relevant tertiary qualifications in Exercise Physiology and have current registration with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA), or be eligible for registration.In addition, you will need:A current, unrestricted 'C' class Australian Driver's LicenceA combined blue card & NDIS worker screening (or be eligible)The right to live and work in AustraliaCandidates who are credentialed with Queensland Health will also be highly regarded.You will display high-level communication skills, good computer literacy in the Microsoft Office suite and ideally have an awareness of local health issues.Why join our team?The clinical caseload is varied, giving great exposure to a range of different clinical presentations, allowing you to explore all areas of your discipline early on in your career;We provide genuine community and not-for-profit primary health care services where there is no cost to the client;We have a great team culture with many early career professionals across our business; this allows for strong friendships to be formed and a wealth of peer support to be provided;Working with a large multidisciplinary team you will learn about other health disciplines, holistic health care and referral pathways that exist, allowing a wraparound service for your clients;You will be well supported with structured supervision and mentoring.We pride ourselves on growing our clinicians to be the best versions of themselves and providing career progression opportunities. At whatever level you join, you'll have ongoing mentorship and support available and the opportunity to choose your own external mentor.Whether you are looking for a change of scenery or a new adventure, this is an opportunity to make a real and valuable contribution.Please note:You must have the right to live and work in Australia to be considered for this role; andAll final applicants for this position will be asked to consent to a criminal record check.Join a passionate healthcare provider where your work truly matters - Apply Now!Apply NowAbout NWRHNWRH is a vibrant, leading not-for-profit provider of community and outreach-based allied health, mental health, aged care, wellbeing and disability services. We've been providing services to more than 50 communities throughout regional, rural and remote Australia since 1993.NWRH harnesses the diversity, energy and professionalism of a large team of multidisciplinary healthcare professionals. We share a commitment to cultural competency, providing a comprehensive and robust model of healthcare service delivery.At NWRH, you'll have the opportunity to work in rural, remote and regional locations, be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team and feel rewarded by the real difference we make in people's lives. Grow, both personally and professionally, and set yourself up for success throughout your career!Apply Now!
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