Wurli-Wurlinjang Health Service is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation delivering primary and clinical health care services to the Aboriginal people in Katherine and surrounding communities. Wurli prides itself on delivering a range of health services to the community in a style and manner that makes clients feel welcome and comfortable. Wurli operates a range of clinics and provides a range of primary health care and other services which include main clinic (acute and general care), Gudbinji Chronic Disease Clinic, Binjari Health Centre, Women and Children’s Health and Men’s Health.
The Physiotherapist is responsible for delivering high-quality, culturally appropriate physiotherapy services to Aboriginal clients across the lifespan within a primary health care setting. The role focuses on assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, prevention, education, and management of musculoskeletal, neurological, chronic
health, and mobility-related conditions.
The Physiotherapist works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support improved health outcomes for Aboriginal people and communities. The role contributes to health promotion, chronic disease management, care planning, rehabilitation programs, and continuous quality improvement activities across Wurli clinics and outreach services.
In return for your hard work and dedication, you’ll receive an attractive base salary (based on your experience) plus super. With a strong focus on professional development, Wurli will provide you with ongoing opportunities for training and will invest in whatever is needed for your success.
This position is part-time, with a commitment of one day per week.
A fantastic range of further benefits include:
- Salary sacrificing options
- Generous leave entitlements (6 weeks annual leave per year pro rata, 15 days personal leave per year pro rata, special leave, study leave).
For further details regarding this position please refer to the Position Description
Applications can be submitted online or to hr@wurli.org.au. Please ensure your application includes: –
- A current resume or curriculum vitae (cv)
- a cover letter / email which provides a clear and concise overview of your ability to meet the key requirements of the role (prerequisites, qualifications / experience and competencies)
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy or appropriate recognised tertiary qualification in physiotherapy
- Professional registration as a physiotherapist with AHPRA.
- An awareness of current physiotherapy issues and standards
- Ability to deliver culturally safe and respectful care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- Current National Police Certificate (no more than 3 months old from issue date)
- Current Northern Territory Driver’s License
- Current Working with Children’s Clearance (Ochre Card)