Physiotherapist

Mercy Health

2d

About The Position

The Physiotherapist provides highly responsive, person-centred care in a Home Care setting. They independently conduct client assessments, determine individual capabilities, and use specialist knowledge to design personalised programs, treatments, and strategies that maximise function, independence, and quality of life. The role assesses and manages common concerns such as reduced mobility, falls, and pain, supporting clients and their formal and informal carers to meet health goals and care plans. The Physiotherapist contributes to multidisciplinary care planning, service development, and quality improvement, and oversees junior staff and Allied Health Assistants when required.

Requirements

• Recognised tertiary qualification and current full Physiotherapy Registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated experience working in Homecare and/or Residential Aged Care.
• Excellent clinical, time management, organisational, and communication skills, with the ability to adapt and problem solve.
• Compassionate, flexible, and positive approach to client care and management.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Professional written, oral, and verbal communication skills, including computer literacy.
• Ability to nurture friendly, respectful relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Evidence of, or in the process of obtaining, current influenza vaccination and other vaccination status consistent with public health orders.
• Current National Police Check Certificate.
• Current driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Independently assess clients in the Home Care setting and determine their individual capabilities.
• Design personalised programs, treatments, and strategies to maximise clients’ function, independence, and quality of life.
• Assess and manage concerns including decreased mobility, falls, and pain-related issues.
• Support clients and their formal and informal carers to meet individual health goals and support plans.
• Participate in multidisciplinary care planning, service development, and quality improvement.
• Oversee junior staff and Allied Health Assistants where required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time