Locum Physiotherapist - Residential Aged Care - (2 weeks) - Rockhampton, QLD
About the Role
An opportunity is available for a dedicated and motivated Physiotherapist to join an experienced residential aged care team in Rockhampton, QLD for a 2-week locum placement from 21 to 31 December. This role suits individuals passionate about delivering high-quality care and making a genuine impact in the lives of elderly clients.
The role involves providing treatment and developing management plans for clients with chronic conditions and musculoskeletal injuries. You will conduct manual handling assessments and evaluate clients' functional capacity to ensure protected care practices. Initial assessments will be completed to inform care planning and guide interventions, with clinical referrals prepared as needed for further medical or allied health support.
You will also facilitate community referrals, implement fall prevention strategies, deliver education on risk management to clients and staff, and prescribe appropriate mobility aids and clinical equipment based on individual client needs.
Advantages
- $55 – $65 per hour + superannuation
- Accommodation provided
- 2-week contract — 21 to 31 December
- Flexible working hours and days
- No shift work or on-call requirements
- Mentorship and coaching from experienced clinical leaders
- Uniforms and name badge provided
About You
- Completed Physiotherapy tertiary degree (essential)
- Full AHPRA registration (essential)
- Previous aged care or residential care experience (preferred)
- Solid communication and teamwork skills
- Current driver's licence (essential)
- Valid NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
- Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
- Current flu and COVID vaccination evidence
- Medicare Provider Number (or willingness to obtain)
- Eligible to work permanently in Australia
About Us
MediRecruit provides a specialist healthcare recruitment and career advisory service for Allied Health professionals in Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. Our dynamic team of recruiters have healthcare backgrounds and are passionate about sharing their expert advice.
Additional information
- $55 - $65 per hour + superannuation
- Accommodation provided
- 2-week contract - 21 to 31 December
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📌 Locum Physiotherapist - Residential Aged Care - (2 weeks) - Rockhampton, QLD
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📍 Rockhampton
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