Suncare is committed to "Making People's Lives Better".
We do this through providing innovative personal solutions that support people to live their life, their way.
We are a Queensland based not-for-profit community services organisation and as a values-based organisation we want our staff to reflect the values that we live by:
Innovative | Inclusive | Agile | Respectful | Authentic | Collaborative | Empathetic
Our customers are at the heart of everything we do and the experience they enjoy is critical to the success of our organisation.
Every day, Suncare employees are making a difference to real people and making people's lives better.
Physiotherapist - what's involved in the role?
As our new Physiotherapist, you will provide Physiotherapy services to our customers involved in Short Term Restorative Care, Home Care Packages, and other community programs.
You will enjoy meeting with our Hervey Bay customers in their own home to assess their needs and monitor, review and verify the quality and effectiveness of services provided on a regular basis.
Provision of services to customers could include Exercise Prescription, Rehabilitation, Hydrotherapy, Strength, Mobility and Balance Programs.
Your responsibilities will also include maintaining accurate customer records with supporting documentation of care plans, progress notes, customer reviews, outcome measures, incidents, and consent.
This is a mobile role and administrative tasks can be done either at home or at a Suncare office or co-working space, which allows for greater flexibility and autonomy.
This position is available as a Part-Time Permanent position (60.8 hour per fortnight / 4 full days a week).
There is flexibility with fortnightly hours (Monday to Friday), and we invite you to outline your preference in your cover letter.
For example, you may be seeking a Part-Time arrangement of school hours across 5 days.
What you will bring to our team:
Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy and registration with AHPRA
Significant practical experience or extensive knowledge in providing Physiotherapy services in a rehabilitation and/or aged care setting
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organisation and time management skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of an inter-disciplinary team
A great attitude, willing to learn new things, and most importantly an interest in listening and understanding what the customer wants
Current First Aid and CPR certificate
A valid Driver's Licence and willingness to use your own vehicle for work purposes, ensuring it is appropriately insured
What we offer:
At Suncare our people really are our greatest asset.
We offer:
Salary packaging to increase your take home pay
Flexible work options
Comprehensive induction plus ongoing training and development
Career progression opportunities
Fitness Passport + health and wellbeing programs
Employee Assistance Program
Suncare shirts/blouses provided
Latest technology to support you in your role
To be part of a supportive team in a rewarding, growth industry
And this role eligible to receive QLeave
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Ready to join our team of over 700 staff and 175 volunteers?
Please apply by including your resume and a cover letter outlining why you would be a great fit for this role.
As part of the recruitment process, you may be requested to undertake background checks such as a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC), pre-employment medical, demerit point/driving history and reference checks.
We collect, use, disclose, store, secure, manage and dispose of your personal information in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles and our Privacy Policy.
To see a copy of the privacy policy or to learn more about Suncare please visit our website http://www.suncare.org.au
Applicants may be requested to disclose any pre-existing illness or injury which may impact on their ability to perform the advertised role.
Details are available in section 571 of the Workers Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003.
Suncare is an equal opportunity employer.