About the role
About us
We're all about keeping people moving, feeling their best and getting back to doing what they love! Our Physiotherapy team takes a whole-person approach to improving movement, restoring function, preventing injury and supporting healthier lives.
From hospital stays and recovery at home to specialist outpatient care, we support people at every stage of life and every step of their recovery journey.
Our friendly and dedicated physiotherapists work across hospitals and community facilities throughout Gladstone, Biloela, Emerald, Capricorn Coast and Rockhampton.
About the role
Ready to make movement your mission? As a Senior Physiotherapist, you'll lead and deliver high-quality care across a diverse range of clinical areas at Rockhampton Hospital and beyond.
From rehabilitation and surgery to paediatrics, intensive care and pelvic health, you'll enjoy plenty of variety while supporting patients to move better, recover stronger and get back to doing what they love.
You'll also lead, inspire and innovate through research, quality improvement and service development.
About you
We're looking for a Physiotherapist who knows their stuff, enjoys a challenge and is ready to bring their experience and ideas to the team! You'll bring:
- The qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy and current AHPRA registration. Postgraduate qualifications are a bonus!
- The clinical expertise: Strong physiotherapy knowledge and skills, with the ability to confidently manage a varied and increasingly complex caseload.
- The leadership spark: A passion for supporting junior staff and students, sharing knowledge, leading professional development and driving research and service improvements.
- The people skills: Excellent communication, collaboration and negotiation skills, with the ability to build relationships, influence positive change and work with patients and colleagues across all levels.
What we offer
Total remuneration value of up to $162,376 p.a. is comprised of:
- An hourly rate between $66.92 - $71.77 p.h.
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% leave loading
Additional Benefits
- Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
- Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
- Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Fitness Passport
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply
To apply, please submit the following:
- Your current CV or resume, including referees.
- A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
- Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
For assistance:
- Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
- Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6J696120
Applications close: Monday, 16 November 2026
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