Description of the job
Salary of $70,000 - $85,000
Flexible working arrangements
Up to $7,000 for relocation support
Desert Therapy is a multidisciplinary private practice and has been operating in Alice Springs for 5 years. The role includes working in the disability sector, across the lifespan from paediatrics to adults, with the requirement to travel to remote communities via 4WD or light aircraft. This role is mainly working with NDIS participants however there is the occasional requirement to work with aged care, motor vehicle insurance, and privately funded clients.
What’s in it for you?
Highly supportive career development and progression opportunities
6 weeks annual leave
Flexible working arrangements for optimal work life balance.
Education support grants available for eligible candidates
Opportunity to work within an experienced and multidisciplinary team
Opportunity to work in remote communities
Substantial financial assistance available for relocation costs.
Working in a culturally diverse environment, provide a contemporary evidence-based physiotherapy service, including assessment, treatment planning and evaluation, for people presenting with a wide range of conditions and syndromes
Provide services and supports within the parameters of the funding available
Build positive and productive relationships exist between Desert Therapy, the local community and families
Lead and contribute to the development of individual and group programs.
Tertiary level Exercise Physiotherapy qualification.
Current accreditation and registration with Sports Science Australia (ESSA)
Knowledge and understanding of working with clients to achieve social, emotional and physical wellbeing.
Creative and innovative approach to service delivery
Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
Timely report writing of high quality
The ability to work independently
Interest in working with clients presenting with neurological conditions.
Interest in working with First Nations people.
NT PHN/RWA NT may be able to offer relocation support and clinical educational financial assistance to health professionals who are relocating to the NT or moving within the NT to a greater remoteness area classification for the purposes of employment and further clinical education.
Want to find out more about this opportunity? Please call the Recruitment Team on 08 8982 1009 or email Write to the company