Advance Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist (ED) - Level 4

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About the Role

Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist Emergency Department

Level 4

Full time and part time hours available please indicate your availability in your cover letter

This position is responsible for providing an advanced musculoskeletal physiotherapy service within the Emergency Department (ED) at Northern Beaches Hospital. The candidate will be expected to provide safe and accurate independent diagnosis management and discharge of clients presenting to the ED. This requires the application of high-level evidence and ongoing professional development to expert Physiotherapy clinical skills knowledge and critical reasoning to facilitate novel solutions to complex clinical problems across the continuum of care. The position involves carrying an advanced practice clinical load and the provision of education & training to medical nursing & allied health staff. The roster pattern for this position includes weekends and public holiday coverage.

Selection Criteria:

• Masters qualification in musculoskeletal or sports physiotherapy (completed degree or in progress) and current AHPRA registration. In the absence of a Masters qualification APA Titling in musculoskeletal or sports Physiotherapy will be sufficient.
• Substantial postgraduate experience (at a minimum Level 3 grading) in Emergency Department orthopaedic and musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
• Previous experience in a similar position within an Emergency Department
• Demonstrated high level of knowledge and excellent clinical care and expertise in the physiotherapy assessment management and discharge planning of patients with orthopaedic and musculoskeletal conditions
• Knowledge and clinical expertise in casting splinting and the physiotherapy management of patients with peripheral fractures and injuries including the ability to interpret peripheral imaging
• Demonstrated ability and previous experience in providing leadership to a designated clinical area staff and students
• Demonstrated experience in leading and conducting program development quality improvement activities and professional education within the emergency and physiotherapy departments
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills within the MDT
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and advocacy
• Ability to work with other senior staff and Physiotherapy Manager on issues such as workload staff management and strategic planning

Employee Benefits: Our OneHealthscope rewards program gives you access to a range of wellness benefits as well as discounted onsite parking at Northern Beaches Hospital and access to Fitness Passport! Wellness benefits including a wide offering of holistic support through our Employee Assistance Program and free services including medical examination of employees and discounted Healthscope services for permanent Healthscope employees and members of their immediate family.One Healthscope rewards program with national deals and discounts for travel health insurance and banking offers.

Closing Date: 6 July 2025

For further enquiries:Samantha West Physiotherapy Manager

To Apply:Please click on the Apply button to be taken to our online application form. Applications should be submitted online in their entirety and include a cover letter responses to the selection criteria a current CV and 2 current work-related referees. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide a current (12 months or less) National Police check and a NSW Working with Childrens Check prior to appointment and persons in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases prior to commencement.