Physiotherapist

Why This Role Matters

The Physiotherapist role within Metro South Health (Queensland Health) is essential for delivering community‑based rehabilitation and allied health services that help people recover, regain independence, and manage long‑term conditions outside of hospital settings. Physiotherapists enable mobility, functional improvement and quality of life through evidence‑based assessment, intervention and education — particularly important in community, chronic care and discharge planning contexts. This role contributes directly to safer, more accessible care closer to home across diverse communities including island and regional areas.

Job Description

The Physiotherapist will deliver high‑quality physiotherapy assessment, intervention and evaluation services as part of the Southern Moreton Bay Islands Community Partnership Service (SMBI CPS). This role involves managing a clinical caseload, providing interventions across community sites, supporting discharge planning, contributing to service improvement and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Key Features of the Role

• Position: Physiotherapist
• Company: Queensland Health – Metro South Health
• Location: Brisbane‑South, Brisbane‑East & Logan‑Beaudesert, QLD, Australia
• Employment Type: Full‑Time (6‑month fixed‑term with possible extension)
• Classification: HP3
• Work Setting: Community and oral health services
• Focus: Community rehabilitation, chronic disease management, discharge planning
• Job Reference: QLD‑MS03676761
• Closing Date: 10‑Mar‑2026

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive physiotherapy assessment, intervention and evaluation across community settings
• Manage an allocated caseload using effective prioritisation and time management
• Apply independent clinical judgement under supervision as required
• Support discharge planning within an interprofessional care model
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and service reporting
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement and service excellence

Required Qualification

Candidates must meet professional requirements to practise as a physiotherapist in Australia.

Educational Requirement

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Physiotherapy from a recognised institution
• Current registration as a Physiotherapist with AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency)

Important Remarks

• This position is delivered through a government public health system with standard public sector employment conditions.
• Applicants must meet child‑safety and vaccination requirements as applicable in health roles.
• Work may involve travel between community sites including island areas.

Experience and Skills

Experience Required

• Experience in physiotherapy practice, particularly in community or chronic care environments, is highly regarded

Key Skills Expected

• Strong clinical assessment, intervention and evaluation ability
• Effective time management and caseload prioritisation skills
• Excellent communication and multidisciplinary teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently with professional judgement

Age Eligibility

• Not specified — must meet professional registration and working eligibility requirements in Australia.

Salary Insights

• Salary packaging, generous leave entitlements and Queensland Health remuneration benefits are part of the employment package (specific figures not disclosed).

Company Overview

Queensland Health – Metro South Health is part of the Queensland Government public health system, providing integrated hospital, community and rehabilitation services. Metro South Health focuses on accessible, high‑quality health care across Brisbane and surrounding regions through multidisciplinary teams dedicated to patient‑centred service delivery and continuous improvement.

FAQs

1. Is AHPRA registration mandatory?
   Yes — current registration with AHPRA as a Physiotherapist is required.

2. Where will I work?
   In community settings across Southern Moreton Bay Islands and Queensland Health service regions.

3. Is this a permanent role?
   It is a fixed‑term contract (6 months) with the possibility of extension.

4. What types of patients will I serve?
   Community‑based clients requiring rehabilitation, chronic disease management and discharge support.

5. Do I need specialised experience?
   Experience in community physiotherapy and chronic care settings is preferred.

Application Tips

• Highlight your AHPRA registration and physiotherapy qualifications.
• Emphasise relevant community or chronic care physiotherapy experience.
• Provide examples of managing caseloads and multidisciplinary teamwork.
• Address in your application how you support discharge planning and patient education.
• Prepare professional documentation and references before applying.