Allied Health Falls Co-Responder , Queensland Health

Townsville Community Fall Service, is a team of allied health aiming to optimise function of the Townsville Community who have had or are at risk of a fall event. The service is a seven-day service providing rapid assessment and interventions to Townsville residents within their home environments.

An opportunity has arisen to join their service as an Allied Health Falls Co-Responder on a casual. The purpose of this role is to deliver physiotherapy / occupational therapy services within the QAS Falls Co-Response Program and Townsville Community Falls Team.

Are you ready to make a difference in public healthcare?

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland and our purpose is "great care every day,".

Our values are:

Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement

We are seeking committed and passionate professionals to help us achieve our mission.

About the opportunity:

Position: Allied Health Falls Co-Responder

Vacancy: Casual (Multiple positions available) 

Location: Townsville Community Health / Kirwan Ambulance Station

Enjoy a Generous Casual Rate of: $80.80 - $86.94 p.h. (HP4) Plus

Salary Sacrificing ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/working-for-us/salary-and-benefits/salary-packaging )

options may be available

Your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Why Choose Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages, including comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and generous leave entitlements (including long service, sick leave and carer's leave, cultural and bereavement leave, parental and reproductive health leave).
• Lifestyle and location: Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service region provide vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Requirements:

• Possession of a tertiary degree in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy from a recognised tertiary institution and registration as a Physiotherapist with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia (AHPRA) or as an Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (AHPRA) is a requirement for this role.
• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration of membership (if applicable) with the appropriate registration authority or association.
• Possession of class C drivers' licence.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted including criminal history clearance.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now if you want to help us shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Kelli Rebetzke on (07) 4433 8***.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV631214 ( https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV631214 )

Applications close: Thursday, 24 April 2025

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.