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Physiotherapist

LocationNewcastle NSW, Australia
Work TypeCasual
Positions1 Position
Published At:9 hours ago
  • Physiotherapist
  • Aged Care Physiotherapist
Job no: FAQBT
Category: Physiotherapy, Allied Health Professionals
  • Make a difference in Newcastle's local aged care facilities, improving quality of life for residents.
  • Collaborate with a passionate, multidisciplinary team dedicated to holistic care in the aged care sector.
  • Access continuous development and leadership opportunities in a high demand field.

Your Opportunity:

As a qualified Physiotherapist at Plena Healthcare, you’ll be part of an award-winning, dynamic multidisciplinary team, all working towards providing exceptional, personalised care.

Step into a forward-thinking role where you’ll be at the forefront of innovative allied health services through the Plena Care Pathway - winner of the 2023 Allied Health Award for Innovative Product Excellence. This unique approach empowers you to create tailored therapy programs that prioritise resident goals and deliver evidence-based mobility and functional programs.

You’ll have the opportunity to engage in one-on-one therapy interventions, group-based active aging services, and ongoing care plan reviews, all while supporting our residents to achieve their best possible quality of life.

Duties will include, but not limited to:

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments and provide clinical recommendations for ADLs, mobility, transfers, and falls risk prevention.
  • Assess and manage equipment needs, pressure area care, skin integrity, and arthritic joint care.
  • Develop effective pain management strategies for residents.
  • Adapt and demonstrate flexibility to meet the needs of Plena Healthcare and aged care facilities.
  • Work within the scope of the Occupational Therapy profession, delivering high-quality care.

Your Career with Plena: 

In addition to an awesome team environment and competitive salary based on experience (which is reviewed yearly), Plena Healthcare prides itself on a genuine work/life balance where flexibility is key! We aim to support and inspire our team to enrich the lives of our clients. We do this with a great group of people, and a tried and tested program, which is the best in the industry! And there are some other goodies along the way to make sure you’re the happiest and best that you can be.

Plena Perks: 

  • Industry leading Professional Development – $5000 annual allowance, profession specific training, webinars, and lunch & learn sessions
  • Paid Induction and training
  • Social club and team connection
  • Health Kick - $$ to spend on your fitness and well-being
  • Recognition programs
  • Ongoing mentoring
  • Treasure Chest Fund - We like to spread joy. We'll give you money to spend on brightening the day of one of your clients.
  • $1000 Refer a friend bonus – Sharing is caring!

To join our inspiring team, you will need: 

  • A bachelor’s degree
  • Current AHPRA registration
  • Australian working rights
  • Willing to obtain NDIS workers screening and National Police Check

Who we are:

Plena Healthcare is a national allied health provider to the Aged Care, Community and Disability industry, with over 20 years’ experience. Our physiotherapists, occupational therapists, podiatrists, speech pathologists and dietitians are passionate about the care they provide to the clients who are at the centre of everything we do. 

We are a values led organisation, we bring energy, act with integrity, nurture and care, we listen and connect. Our values demonstrate our commitment to our people, customers, and community, and define who we are, what we do, and how we do it. When we come together, we shine.

 

We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, committed to supporting an inclusive & diverse workplace. We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of all ages, cultural identities, gender identities and expressions & LGBTIQA+ people.

  • Published on 12 Mar 2025, 1:49 AM