THE OPPORTUNITY Beneco is looking for contracted Rehabilitation Consultants from the Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, and Exercise Physiology disciplines to join our team in Port Macquarie. This is a flexible arrangement suited to practitioners who are embedded in the local community and want to bring their physical rehabilitation expertise to a caseload that makes a genuine difference, on terms that work for them. As a Beneco contractor, you will manage caseloads across a variety of streams, conducting assessments, developing return-to-work and injury management plans, and maintaining strong relationships with employers, referrers, and treating practitioners. Key Focus Areas Include
• Day-to-day management of a caseload with a focus on quality, outcomes, and scheme compliance.
• Conducting workplace, functional, and other relevant physical AND psychological assessments.
• Building and sustaining referral relationships within the Port Macquarie and surrounding region.
• Timely, accurate documentation in line with scheme requirements and Beneco's clinical standards.
• Contributing to a collaborative national network, sharing knowledge and upholding the standards Beneco is known for. THE SPECIFICS
Location:
Port Macquarie, NSW Engagement Type: Independent Contractor (ABN required) Working Arrangements:Flexible. Self-managed, with client site visits across Port Macquarie and surrounds Disciplines: Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology Rate: Competitive contractor rate commensurate with experience and discipline Availability:
As per contractor capacity THE PERSON Experience We are looking for a physically-focused clinician with the independence and initiative to manage a caseload in a regional setting. The right person will bring:
• A background in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, or Exercise Physiology
• Demonstrated experience in occupational rehab
• Solid communication skills and confidence working with employers, treating practitioners, and insurers.
• A proactive, self-directed approach to caseload management and documentation quality. Formal Qualifications
• Occupational Therapy: current AHPRA registration
• Physiotherapy: current AHPRA registration
• Exercise Physiology: current ESSA registration
• A current, full driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• A current Pty Ltd Australian Business Number (ABN). Values and Ways of Working Although This Is a Contracting Arrangement, The Standard We Hold Ourselves To Does Not Change. We Are Looking For Practitioners Who
• Collaborate openly
- engage genuinely with Beneco's team and local stakeholders, and contribute to a shared network of knowledge.
• Act with integrity
- hold themselves to a high standard in everything they put their name to.
• Lead the way
- manage their caseload proactively and look for better ways to serve the people they work with.
• Care. Genuinely,
for the individuals on their caseload and for the quality of their practice. THE TEAM & THE LEADERSHIP As a Beneco contractor, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team of physical rehabilitation consultants, with access to Beneco's broader national network across multiple disciplines and states. You will not be operating in isolation
- clinical oversight, peer connection, and team support are part of how Beneco works with its contractors. WHY BENECO At Beneco, we support people throughout their recovery from injury or illness — helping them return to good health so they can live productive, balanced lives. What Working With Beneco Offers
• Great Place to Work Certified, ranking #10 in the Small Business category.
• A national practitioner network
- peer connection across disciplines, even when working independently in a regional area.
• Flexibility that genuinely works. Manage your schedule, your volume, and your professional commitments.
• A contracting relationship built on transparency and respect. THE PROCESS If This Sounds Like The Right Arrangement For You, We Would Love To Hear From You. Here Is What To Expect
• Apply. Submit your expression of interest via the link on this advertisement.
• Review. Our Talent Acquisition Partner will review your expression of interest and be in touch if
your profile
is a strong match for our current needs in the region.
• Connect. We will arrange a conversation to discuss the arrangement in detail and explore how we can work together. Have questions before you apply? Get in touch with our TA Partner Angus Swift at
[email protected] or 0401 966 610.
📌 Rehabilitation Consultant (Port Macquarie)
🏢 Beneco
📍 Port Macquarie