Mater Hospital Springfield is seeking applications for Physiotherapy Assistant to join us in a Permanent full-time or part-time (15.2 hours per week) role Based at our Springfield campus, these roles will be part of a landmark moment in Queensland healthcare at Mater Hospital Springfield — opening early 2026. This state of the art facility will meet the needs of the growing Greater Springfield region. With a mix of public and private beds across ICU, maternity, emergency and medical, surgical services, it’s set to care for over 200,000 patients annually.

Salary range: $35.74 - $37.46 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits! 

What you’ll be doing

As a Physiotherapy Assistant, you will support the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred physiotherapy care under the guidance and delegation of a physiotherapist. You will play a key role in assisting with patient programs, treatments, and rehabilitation, ensuring a safe, efficient, and supportive environment for patients and the physiotherapy team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting patients with exercises, rehabilitation programs, and group therapy sessions in line with delegated care plans.
• Preparing and maintaining therapy spaces, equipment, and assistive devices to ensure safety and availability.
• Supporting clinicians with documentation, patient education, and telehealth setup.
• Monitoring patient progress and providing feedback to the supervising physiotherapist.
• Participating in quality improvement initiatives and contributing to the development of clinical resources.
• Providing guidance, training, and support to students and volunteers within the physiotherapy team.
• Engaging in professional development to build skills and maintain knowledge of best practice in allied health support.

About you

You’re a motivated and reliable Physiotherapy Assistant who enjoys working collaboratively within a healthcare team. You take pride in supporting patient care and contributing to a safe, efficient, and positive clinical environment.

You will bring:

• Experience in a similar role supporting allied health clinicians, ideally in hospital, sub-acute, community, or disability settings.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to engage effectively with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to work autonomously within a defined scope of practice and follow delegated instructions accurately.
• Good organisational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Sound computer literacy and confidence using digital tools to support patient care and clinical workflows.

Desirable:

• Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent.
• Experience assisting with patient education, exercise programs, or rehabilitation sessions.

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

Applications close on Sunday 25th January 2026 . Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

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