Sports and Orthopaedic Physiotherapy has been in business for 9 years. This physiotherapy business is attached to Dr Tongs rooms, an established orthopaedic surgeon having been on the Gold Coast for 24yrs. He has recently been joined by a second orthopaedic surgeon, generalist and spine. The rooms are in Palm Beach incorporating a fully equipped gym, pilates reformer and physiotherapy area.
We have had 2 physiotherapists covering Monday to Friday and 1 of these jobs is available. The Tuesday and Thursday sessions are available.
The successful applicant will work in close association with the surgeons treating their patients according to pre / post-op protocols as well as treating other general physiotherapy patients.
We are primarily looking for an experienced physio to work 1.5 to 2 days per week ( tue and thur) 12 - 16hrs / week to start, paid by commision with safety net minimum based on HPE ( based on current physio, FTE $120 - 150 000/ year). Hours can be increased as per patient demand.
Would consider a recently graduated physio to work 4 days per week (salary based on HPE) under the part time mentorship of an experienced senior physio.
Job tasks and responsibilities
See and treat patients; non-op / pre / post-op in close collaboration with orthopaedic surgeons.
Adhere to surgeons preferred pre/post surgery protocols.
Maintain an appropriate level of updated notes and reports to allow efficient communication between the doctors and other co-workers.
Build new clientele / caseload.
Position may include home visits, hydrotherapy at the pool and gym visits with patients.
Skills and experience
This job provides a unique prospect to gain experience and understanding in treating orthopaedic and sports injury patients, liaising with the orthopaedic surgeons.
For junior physios, direction and training will be provided for orthopaedic protocols.
Physiotherapy qualification and AHPRA registration
Unlimited work rights / eligible to work in Australia
Successful applicant will need to complete a criminal history statutory declaration and obtain Australian Federal Police Certificate
Ideal candidate will have at least 3 years post graduate experience, however new graduates will be considered.
Good people / communication skills
Keep up-to date and concise notes/reports to allow efficient communication between the doctors and other co-workers.