Physiotherapist

Why This Role Matters

The Physiotherapist – Home Care plays a crucial role in supporting older Australians to maintain independence, mobility, and confidence while living safely at home. At BaptistCare, this role focuses on delivering reablement and restorative care services that enhance quality of life and promote dignity within the community.

Job Description

BaptistCare is seeking an experienced Physiotherapist for a Full-Time Home Care position servicing Inner West Sydney including Strathfield, Leichhardt, Marrickville and surrounding areas. This community-based role offers flexible work-from-home arrangements, no weekend or shift work, strong professional support, and access to generous salary packaging benefits.

Key Features of the Role

• Position: Physiotherapist – Home Care
• Company: BaptistCare
• Location: Strathfield & Inner West (Leichhardt, Marrickville & surrounds), NSW
• Employment Type: Permanent – Full Time
• Salary: Competitive + Salary Packaging Benefits
• Work Setting: Community-Based (Aged Care Clients)
• Client Focus: Older Australians (Aged Care Funding Programs)
• Start: Immediate

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based physiotherapy assessments and interventions in clients’ homes
• Develop individualised treatment and reablement programs
• Support restorative care to maintain or regain client independence
• Promote mobility, strength, balance, and functional outcomes
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of health professionals
• Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with aged care funding requirements
• Travel within the Inner West region to provide in-home services

Required Qualification

• Degree in Physiotherapy
• Current AHPRA Registration

Educational Requirement

• Recognised Physiotherapy qualification in Australia

Important Requirements

• Postgraduate experience in aged care, rehabilitation, or community settings
• Understanding of reablement and restorative care models
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated computer literacy
• Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• Unrestricted Driver’s Licence
• Access to a reliable, registered vehicle with minimum Third-Party Property Damage Insurance
• Alignment with BaptistCare’s mission and values

Employment Options

• Permanent Full-Time
• Work-from-home flexibility
• No weekends or shift work
• Community-based service delivery

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Generous tax-free salary packaging benefits
• Ongoing professional development
• Clinical supervision and mentoring
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness initiatives & Fitness Passport
• Reward and recognition programs
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Opportunity to work within a national for-purpose organisation

Experience and Skills

• Experience assessing aged care clients in community settings
• Ability to develop and implement individualised physiotherapy programs
• Strong knowledge of restorative and reablement care principles
• Confidence working independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Compassionate, client-centred approach

Age Eligibility

• Not specified

Salary Insights

• Competitive base salary
• Generous tax-free salary packaging benefits
• Additional wellbeing and professional development benefits

Company Overview

BaptistCare is a leading Australian for-purpose Christian care organisation providing aged care, community services, and support to vulnerable populations. Following its merger with Baptcare (VIC, TAS, SA) and Baptist Care SA, the organisation now employs over 12,000 staff and supports more than 38,000 customers nationwide. BaptistCare is committed to delivering person-centred care that empowers individuals to live with dignity and purpose.

FAQs

1. Who can apply?
   Qualified Physiotherapists with AHPRA registration and experience in aged care or community settings.

2. Is weekend work required?
   No, there are no weekend or shift work requirements.

3. Is this a clinic-based role?
   No, this is a community-based home care role.

4. Are salary packaging benefits available?
   Yes, generous tax-free salary packaging benefits are provided.

5. How do I apply?
   Submit your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria via the link below.

Application Tips

• Clearly highlight your aged care and community physiotherapy experience.
• Demonstrate your understanding of reablement and restorative care models.
• Mention your ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.
• Confirm your driver’s licence and access to a vehicle.
• Align your cover letter with BaptistCare’s mission and values.