Physiotherapist - Como

Bethanie, Western Australia’s leading not for profit aged care and retirement living provider, has been warmly welcoming and caring for seniors for over 70 years. We strive to lead the change in the way Australians think about ageing, recognising ‘old age’ as a positive force in society and giving a voice to those who have seen it all and live to tell the tale.

Bethanie provides therapy services to our customers in residential homes and in the community. Our residential therapy team consists of Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists who work collaboratively with skilled Therapy Assistants to improve the quality of life of Bethanie’s customers. The residential therapy team is supported by a full-time Allied Health Manager.

We currently have a great opportunity for a qualified Physiotherapist to work in partnership with residents at our aged care home in Como. If you share our passion for person-centred therapy services and promoting a positive ageing experience for older people, we would love to hear from you

While working as a Physiotherapist for Bethanie, you will be well supported by a Senior Therapy Team Lead and regular professional development activities. The Bethanie Therapy team consists of over 40 Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists and our focus is to improve the quality of life of Bethanie’s residents.

This role offers:

• Working 24.5 hours per week
• Professionally supported by our Senior Therapy Team Leaders
• Opportunity to pick up additional casual shifts at nearby sites if preferred

Key responsibilities:

• Provide evidence-based and goal-directed Physiotherapy services including assessment and therapeutic interventions in the areas of mobility, function, pain and falls prevention and management
• Direct and co-ordinate therapy implementation by Therapy Assistants and support staff
• Contribute to a multidisciplinary program of continuous improvement
• Maintain appropriate clinical documentation and information systems

While working with Bethanie we will give you the following benefits and opportunities:

• Full support from our Senior Therapy Team Leads and Allied Health Manager
• Rewarding career with a supportive culture
• Professional development and training opportunities including Therapy Service Meetings bimonthly.
• Salary Packaging up to $15,899 per annum. Salary Packaging allows you to pay for your expenses from your salary before taxes are taken out, resulting in less tax and an increased take-home pay.
• Banking, insurance and retail discounts and benefits

About you:

• You have full unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Physiotherapist
• Good computer skills, with confidence to use Microsoft Office packages and clinical information systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in both verbal and written form
• Commitment to person-centred care
• Demonstrated workload and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team setting
• Current National Police Clearance, or willingness to apply for one
• Current NDIS Worker’s Screening Check, or willingness to apply for one
• Willing to obtain required vaccinations – 3 x COVID vaccinations and annual flu vaccination

To apply:

Please click on apply to upload your resume and cover letter. Please note our application also includes a short questionnaire.

We reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement and commence interviews prior to the closing date of Friday, 29th November. If you require any further information, please contact our Careers team on 131151.