Advance Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist (ED) - Level 4
About Northern Beaches Hospital
Northern Beaches Hospital provides world-class, Level 5 delineation services for both public and private patients. The hospital features 486 beds, 50-bed Emergency Department, 20-bed general and cardiothoracic ICU, 14 state-of-the-art theatres including cardiac catheter labs, world-class education centre, doctors lounge and excellent staff facilities including café and car parking.
From cardiothoracic surgery and neurosurgery to luxury maternity and excellent emergency care, Northern Beaches Hospital has a wide range of services that can help you build a healthcare career in your chosen field.
We are proud to be home to some of Australia’s leading clinical specialists and a training ground for the clinicians of the future. The Northern Beaches Clinical School is an innovative partnership with the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences at Macquarie University. NBH also has partnerships with other tertiary education institutions including well-respected nursing schools.
Northern Beaches Hospital offers staff opportunities to gain unique experience in a growing teaching hospital. Our culture is diverse, friendly and open to ideas.
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