Physiotherapist Team Lead

Mater Hospital Springfield is seeking applications forPhysiotherapistTeamLead(HP5) to join us in aPermanent Full-timecapacity. Based at our Springfield campusthis is a career-defining opportunity in a dynamic patient-focused environment. This role will be part of a landmark moment in Queensland healthcare at Mater Hospital Springfield opening early 2026. As Maters first new public hospital in over 60 years this state of the art facility will meet the needs of the growing Greater Springfield region. With 174 public beds ICU maternity emergency and surgical services its set to care for over 200000 patients annually.

The Physiotherapy department will service both public and private patients across the co-located Mater Hospital Springfield and Mater Private Hospital Springfield. The physiotherapy department will service a range of specialties such as ICU medical surgical maternity NICU paediatrics emergency and outpatients.

Salary range: $73.12 - $76.30 (HP5) per hour plus superannuation andaccess to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15900access to many staff benefits!

What youll be doing

As thePhysiotherapistTeam Leader you will combine advanced clinical practice with leadership and service development responsibilities to deliver high-quality patient-centred care across Mater Springfield.

You will guide and support a dedicated team of physiotherapists and physiotherapy assistants to provide safe innovative and efficient clinical services aligned with Maters mission vision and values.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and coordinating physiotherapy services across Mater Springfield
• Providing expert physiotherapy care and consultation for complex and varied clinical presentationsin your area/s of specialty
• Managing workforce productivity operational performance and resource allocation
• Driving continuous improvement through innovation quality initiatives and evidence-based practice
• Coordinating training amongst the physiotherapy team
• Providing clinical supervision mentoring and professional development opportunities for staff and students
• Shaping the physiotherapy service profile by developing new models of care and extending clinical scope
• Fostering a learning culture through education research and reflective practice

About you

The ideal candidate will have aBachelor of Physiotherapy (or equivalent) and current AHPRA registration.

• Eligibility for aMedicare provider number
• Proven success inoperational management of a physiotherapy team including workforce development quality improvement and service innovation
• Advanced clinicalexpertiseinone of the specialties listed above
• Demonstratedexperience in leading and growing a clinical service with a strong commitment to professional and service excellence
• Highly developed communication and negotiation skills with the ability to influence and engage across all levels

Desirable:

• Postgraduate qualifications in Health Leadership or Management

Why join us

Mater is Queenslands largest not-for-profit healthcare provider delivering exceptional care to nearly 700000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. Were leaders in healthcare education fundraising & philanthropy and research and its our people who make the difference.

Were looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater youll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation compassion and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining retail travel accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queenslands Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER

To apply please write a 1-2 page cover letter addressing the selection criteria listed in About you in the context of the Key Responsibilities.

For more information regarding this role please contact Mandy Carr Allied Health Manager at

Applications close on Wednesday 25th February 2026. Please note we may contact applicants prior to the closing date please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

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