Physiotherapist - Level 1
Darwin Private Hospital
Physiotherapist Level 1
Full time role
Recent Graduates are encouraged to apply
Commencement date 2nd of February 2026
This position is responsible for providing a high-quality physiotherapy service to all inpatient areas of Darwin Private Hospital.
Our values – We Care, We Do, We Strive, and We’re a Team
AHPRA registration required prior to commencement
The Darwin region is renowned for its tropical weather, spectacular sunsets, great fishing spots, and laid-back lifestyle come and join our team
As a Physiotherapist your responsibilities will include:
- Assessment and treatment of patients where clinically indicated in collaboration with patients/families and the multidisciplinary team to achieve identified goals and health outcomes
- Providing a high standard of clinical care to individuals/patients in our hospital
Darwin Private Hospital is the only provider of private hospital services in the Northern Territory. As part of the Healthscope Group of Hospitals, it is a licenced 122 bed hospital providing a broad range of multiday and day surgery including, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Plastic and Reconstructive, Urology, Gastroenterology and ENT and Cardiac Catheter Laboratory. In February 2021, a purpose built 18 bed inpatient Mental Health & AoD Unit, The Darwin Clinic, opened a new service for patients in the Northern Territory. It also incorporates a dedicated Day Rehabilitation Program.
Our world-class private hospital attracts patients from across the greater Northern Territory, Western Australia, remote aboriginal communities and even offshore. We are co-located with Royal Darwin Hospital and partner in delivering specialised care to patients from across the top end of Australia.
Why Healthscope?
When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our 42 sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.
- Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network.
- Discounted health insurance (non-casuals only)
- Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth
We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us.
Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.
Selection Criteria:
- Degree in Physiotherapy
- Current AHPRA registration before commencement
- Customer focused service delivery
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritise and manage workload demands, meet deadlines and complete allocated tasks (including ability to work within scope of practice and seek assistance when required).
- Commitment to participation in professional development, quality improvement activities and workplace education.
Applications close: 25th of November 2025
For further enquiries: Holly Cahalan, Allied Health Manager - Holly.cahalan@healthscope.om.au
To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button below to be taken to our online application form. Please include a cover letter and a CV along with the contact details of 2 professional referees.