Physiotherapist - Maternity Leave Contract

Physiotherapist HP3 Part time maternity relief contract May 2026 to End October 2026. Monday to Friday.

Are you an experienced Physiotherapist with a commitment to interdisciplinary hospital teamwork and an interest in delivering excellent clinical services related to assessment, treatment, planning and evidence based practice?

We are seeking an experienced HP3 Physiotherapist to undertake a role within the Allied Health team at Sunnybank Private Hospital. We are looking at a fixed term (maternity relief) role commencing start of May 2026 to end of October 2026 in order to assist with physiotherapy service provision to patients. There may be opportunities to extend longer or convert to a permeant position towards the end of the fixed term. Experience with hospital work is recommended as autonomy and excellent clinical skills and knowledge of hospital patient conditions is required. The position is predominantly servicing the acute wards at Sunnybank Private however opportunities may arise to work in other areas eg Rehabilitation or other hospitals within the Healthscope group.

As a Physiotherapist your responsibilities will include:

• Provide comprehensive Physiotherapy services to varied diagnostic groups
• Assist with the treatment of acute inpatients of the medical, surgical and CCU wards or on the rehabilitation ward
• Maximise the performance of patients, adopting a client-centred and goal directed approach
• Participate in program development and quality improvement activities within the allied health department and hospital
• Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings and professional development programs
• Providing support to other Physiotherapists and/or students
• Have opportunities for both weekday and weekend cover roles

Benefits:

• Support from fellow Physiotherapists and a diverse range of the Allied Health team
• Free car parking adjacent to hospital
• Free uniform
• Access to fitness passport
• Access to Press Reader
• Flexible working times (subject to availability)
• Support from Employee Assistance Program for staff and families
• Community oriented hospital with high patient satisfaction focus
• Onsite imaging with QLD X-ray to support timely diagnostic/treatment plan

Sunnybank Private Hospital is a 120 bed facility located on the Southside of Brisbane, offering acute medical, surgical, and rehabilitation services. Sunnybank Private Hospital (SPH) is a vibrant and committed hospital that provides a range of coordinated healthcare services designed to deliver and improve the health and well being of the community it serves. It is situated approximately 13 kilometers south of the Brisbane CBD and is the first Private Hospital north of the Gold Coast.

Why Healthscope?

When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.

• Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network.
• Discounted health insurance (non-casuals only)
• Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth
• We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us.

Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.

Selection Criteria: 

• Bachelor in Physiotherapy or equivalent
• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
• Excellent clinical practice skills
• Well-developed communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisation, time management and self-management skills
• Autonomy in work practice
• Current drivers licence
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to interdisciplinary teamwork
• Availability for Monday to Friday weekday work
• Opportunities for intermittent weekend work
• Ability to supervise physiotherapy students

Previous hospital experience is recommended. Applicants need to have skills with management of acute and subacute neurological, orthopaedic and reconditioning/restorative patients. ICU/CCU experience is favourable including the management of ventilated patients. Ability to conduct vestibular assessment and treatment is encouraged. Whilst this is currently offered as a part-time position, the days required are across Monday to Friday.

Applications close: 5th May 2026

Agency applications are not being accepted at this stage.

For further enquiries: Ben Dixon, Allied Health Manager. [email protected] (07) 33449313

To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button below to be taken to our online application form. Please include a cover letter and a CV along with the contact details of 2 professional referees.