Physiotherapist

UnitingCare Queensland

. Develop treatment programs to help clients and residents manage movement, pain, balance, and manual handling .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeBrisbane • AustraliaMid-LevelSenior💰 A$42 - A$54 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing treatment programs and care plans for clients in Aged Care or Community settings, with a strong focus on communication, collaboration with healthcare professionals, and the use of adaptive equipment and assistive technology.

Highest-signal resume keywords

AHPRA RegistrationAged Care ExperienceAdaptive Equipment PrescriptionClinical Treatment ProvisionCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Treatment Program DevelopmentCare Plan AssessmentGoal-Setting ActivitiesReablement TechniquesDischarge Planning

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationRelationship BuildingTime ManagementAutonomous Work

Tools & Technologies

Assistive Technology

Certifications & Qualifications

AHPRA RegistrationCurrent Australian Driver’s Licence

Industry Keywords

Aged CareCommunity SettingHealthcare CoordinationClinical TreatmentManual Handling

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop treatment programs to help clients and residents manage movement, pain, balance, and manual handling
Diagnose, assess, and develop care plans for individuals and groups
Prescribe and select appropriate adaptive equipment and assistive technology
Provide education and training on therapy aspects for carers, clients, and residents
Conduct goal-setting activities, reablement, and discharge planning
Liaise with GPs, nurses, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate and monitor care plans
Provide high-quality clinical treatment and therapies to help clients maintain and improve function
Incorporate contemporary theory into day-to-day clinical activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Tertiary Qualifications and full, unrestricted AHPRA registration and unlimited work entitlements — Essential
Previous experience within an Aged Care or Community setting
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to build great relationships
Confidence in managing time effectively, including the ability to work autonomously
Current Australian Driver’s Licence — Essential
Roadworthy and insured vehicle (Third Party Property minimum) to use for work — Essential
Confidence to satisfy relevant probity checks required by legislation or policies

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Not for Profit Salary Packaging: save tax and increase take-home pay by packaging everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annum
Recognition and rewards platform with employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, and health insurance
Annual awards celebration
Wellbeing and employee assistance programs
12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave after 6 months service, in addition to the government scheme
Diversity and inclusive leave, including paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid)
Career development opportunities
Penalties and allowances