Physiotherapist – Residential Aged Care

Why This Role Matters

The Physiotherapist plays a critical role in supporting residents to maintain mobility, independence, and overall wellbeing within a residential aged care environment. At HammondCare, this role ensures delivery of evidence-based, resident-centred physiotherapy services aligned with the organisation’s mission and the standards of the Australian Physiotherapy Association.

Job Description

HammondCare Horsley is seeking a Permanent Full-Time Physiotherapist to join their multidisciplinary team in Horsley, NSW. The role involves delivering high-quality physiotherapy services to residential aged care residents, providing clinical assessments, developing care plans, and supporting carers with appropriate advice and guidance.

Key Features of the Role

• Position: Physiotherapist
• Company: HammondCare
• Location: Horsley, Wollongong (Illawarra & South Coast), NSW
• Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
• Salary Range: $95,000 – $105,000 per annum + Super + Optional Salary Packaging
• Work Setting: Residential Aged Care
• Team Structure: Multidisciplinary Care Team

Responsibilities

• Assist residents in maintaining and restoring functional mobility
• Conduct functional mobility and care needs assessments
• Set care goals and provide appropriate treatment plans
• Deliver effective and efficient physiotherapy services
• Provide guidance and advice to carers and care staff
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Ensure care delivery aligns with evidence-based practice and organisational values

Required Qualification

• Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy
• Current AHPRA Registration
• Current driver’s licence with safe driving record
• Full Australian working rights

Experience and Skills

• Australian physiotherapy experience (essential)
• Experience in Rehabilitation, Aged Care, or Palliative Care settings
• Strong assessment and clinical reasoning skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Strong organisation and time management skills
• Willingness to travel between HammondCare sites if required

Important Remarks

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 for living expenses + $2,650 entertainment benefits
• Purchased additional annual leave options
• Fitness Passport access for you and family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Reward and Recognition Program
• Exclusive retail and service discounts
• Criminal Record Check and NDIS Worker Screening required
• No unsolicited recruitment agency resumes accepted

Salary Insights

• $95,000 – $105,000 per annum
• Superannuation included
• Optional salary packaging benefits
• Market-leading remuneration within aged care sector

Company Overview

HammondCare is a values-driven aged care organisation committed to delivering high-quality residential and community services across Australia. The organisation focuses on person-centred, evidence-based care and promotes an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and professional growth.

FAQs

1. What is the employment type?
   • Permanent Full-Time

2. What is the salary range?
   • $95,000 – $105,000 per annum + Super

3. Is Australian experience required?
   • Yes

4. What setting will I work in?
   • Residential Aged Care

5. Are background checks required?
   • Yes, Criminal Record Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check

Application Tips

• Highlight aged care, rehabilitation, or palliative care experience
• Clearly mention AHPRA registration status
• Include details of Australian clinical experience
• Emphasize multidisciplinary teamwork skills