About Us

At Spao Ottobock Care (Spao), we create solutions that assist human mobility and empower people to achieve greater independence and quality of life.

Spao is part of the global Ottobock Clinical Services Network, a world leader in prosthetic, orthotic and rehabilitation services. For more than 40 years, we have been committed to helping people maintain or regain their freedom of movement through innovative technology, expert clinical care and personalised rehabilitation programs.

Our Wollongong clinic, located in the beautiful Illawarra region on the NSW South Coast, presents an exciting opportunity for a passionate Physiotherapist to join our experienced and supportive multidisciplinary team. This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialised rehabilitation skills, work alongside industry-leading clinicians, and make a genuine difference in the lives of our clients.

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and motivated Physiotherapist to join our multidisciplinary clinical team based in our modern clinic facilities based in Wollongong.

Working alongside Prosthetists, Orthotists and other Allied Health Professionals, you will play an integral role in delivering high-quality rehabilitation services to clients with a range of mobility and functional needs. This position offers the opportunity to develop specialised skills in prosthetic and orthotic rehabilitation while making a meaningful impact on people's lives.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct comprehensive physiotherapy assessments and develop individualised treatment plans.
- Deliver evidence-based physiotherapy interventions to support rehabilitation goals.
- Assist patients with gait training, mobility retraining and functional rehabilitation.
- Collaborate closely with Prosthetists, Orthotists and external healthcare providers to achieve optimal patient outcomes.




- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and patient records.
- Monitor patient progress and modify treatment programs as required.
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and best-practice service delivery.
- Ensure compliance with clinical, quality and workplace health and safety standards.
- Educate and support patients, families and carers throughout the rehabilitation journey.
- Participate in ongoing professional development activities.

About You

- Valid Australian working rights.
- Current AHPRA registration as a Physiotherapist.
- Demonstrated experience managing a diverse rehabilitation caseload.
- 5 years' clinical physiotherapy experience in rehabilitation, musculoskeletal, neurological, amputee management, or a related field.
- Strong clinical reasoning, assessment and treatment planning skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- A patient-centred approach and genuine commitment to improving outcomes.

Desirable

- Experience in prosthetic and orthotic rehabilitation.
- Experience working with amputee rehabilitation.
- NDIS knowledge/experience.
- Community or outpatient rehabilitation experience.

What We Offer At Spao, we're committed to supporting our clinicians with the tools, training and opportunities they need to thrive professionally and personally.

- Commitment to continued learning through access to Ottobock Academy courses.
- Shared technical and clinical support across the Spao clinic network.
- Competitive salary package,



including bonus opportunities and superannuation.
- Relocation allowance may be available for the right candidate.
- Additional leave benefits, including Birthday Leave and Festive Season Leave.
- Employer-paid Parental Leave and Secondary Carer Leave.
- Collaborative and supportive team culture with a strong focus on exceptional client care.
- Professional clinic environment with reliable systems, resources and leadership support.
- Regular opportunities for career development, mentoring and clinical training.
- Opportunity to attend industry conferences and events (subject to approval).
- Supportive environment to further develop your clinical and rehabilitation expertise.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for wellbeing support.

Why join Spao? This is a unique opportunity to join a market-leading organisation and work within a highly specialised rehabilitation environment. You'll be supported by an experienced multidisciplinary team while helping clients achieve greater mobility, independence and quality of life through innovative prosthetic and orthotic care.

If you're a passionate Physiotherapist looking to further develop your skills in a specialised rehabilitation setting and make a meaningful impact on the lives of others, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining why this opportunity is right for you.

Spao is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to succeed.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

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