At Brightwater, we welcome people with the full diversity of life experiences, thoughts and beliefs. We foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration and innovation where our clients and staff can flourish.

If you are a Senior Physiotherapist with a passion in geriatric care and are looking to take the next step in your career – we would love to hear from you!

We are currently seeking applications for a Senior Physiotherapist to join our Residential Aged Care Team at the Cove on a permanent full-time basis working 76 hours per fortnight. 

The Senior Physiotherapist will be responsible for completing initial physiotherapy assessments to understand each clients unique goals and contribute to the development of each clients individual care plan. The Senior Physiotherapist will also be responsible for developing an individualised therapy program for each client to support them to reach their rehabilitation goals.  The Senior Physiotherapist role includes supervision of a team of therapy assistants and providing supervision to physiotherapists. The Senior Physiotherapist plays an active role in the weekly site MDT to support safe and effective care.

Brightwater can offer you:

• The ability to salary package – meaning you can legitimately pay less tax and increase your take-home pay
• Our unique staff benefits program, including access to BrightwaterPlus which gives you discounts with over 370 retailers
• Professional development opportunities
• Professional supervision and mentoring
• Flexible working arrangements

The ideal candidate will:

• Current AHPRA registration
• Strong commitment to providing safe, high quality care
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills in various environments with a diverse range of people
• Demonstrated experience as a Physiotherapist to assess, plan, implement and evaluate client care
• Experience working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervising therapy assistants
• Experience in a geriatric rehabilitation setting is desirable
• Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise tasks, work effectively under pressure, problem solve and meet deadlines
• Current satisfactory National Police Certificate (obtained within the last 12 months)
• Possess a current Western Australian ‘C’ Class Driver’s License
• Evidence of up to date flu vaccination
• Satisfactory NDIS Worker Screening check

With a track record that dates back to 1901, care is at our core. We stand beside our clients during times of personal change, using experience and understanding to be the support they need. We’re ready for the complexities that come with ageing and disability, including dementia, Huntington’s disease and acquired brain injury.

If you are passionate about working at a place where people are caring, authentic, progressive and courageous, and where people who thought they’d no longer be able to grow, are growing in new and different ways – a place where people can pursue the dignity of independence – then submit your application by COB 28 June 2025.

Please read the attached job description for more information on the role, including a full list of duties and selection criteria to address. Please be aware Brightwater may fill this position before the advert closes.

For confidential enquiries, please e-mail Talent Acquisition Specialist Chelsea Louise RUDD at 0417 738 756 or [email protected].  

Brightwater.