Senior Rehabilitation Consultant - Physiotherapist or Exercise Physiologist

Location: MACKAY, QLD

Salary:

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

A leading national provider of occupational rehabilitation is seeking an experienced Physiotherapist or Exercise Physiologist to fill a Senior Rehabilitation Consultant position in Mackay, Queensland. Located at 164 Shakespeare St, this full-time role offers a leadership opportunity within a private healthcare framework. The position is designed around a hybrid work model, providing the flexibility to work from home and the autonomy for the clinician to structure their own day.

This role is ideal for an allied health professional who enjoys clinical variety and is passionate about supporting individuals with physical and psychological conditions to achieve meaningful return-to-health and employment outcomes across the Mackay region. The senior consultant will be responsible for a diverse range of tasks, including the management of clinical cases and the implementation of injury prevention and workplace education programs. Utilizing discipline-specific skills, the successful candidate will perform a variety of assessments such as Functional Capacity Evaluations, worksite and ergonomic assessments, and Activities of Daily Living evaluations.

The role involves high-level collaboration with injured workers, employers, and medical professionals to ensure aligned clinical goals. To ensure the senior consultant can focus on these high-impact tasks and the professional development of others, the organization provides the support of rehabilitation assistants to handle administrative duties. The organization offers competitive remuneration paired with innovative incentive and bonus schemes.

Employees benefit from a vibrant workplace culture that emphasizes wellbeing, featuring a comprehensive health program with monthly team activities such as murder mysteries, comedy shows, and specialized trivia events. For those seeking professional growth, the provider offers tailored career development pathways and a strong commitment to promoting from within. Additional perks include a comprehensive induction program, workplace mentoring, and an employee referral program with monetary incentives.

To qualify for this senior position, applicants must hold tertiary qualifications in either Physiotherapy or Exercise Physiology and maintain full professional registration with AHPRA or accreditation with ESSA. Candidates must demonstrate strong communication skills for liaising with insurers and medical practitioners, along with proven organizational and time management abilities. The role requires a clinician who can perform independently and has an interest in contributing to the growth of the broader team.

Applications are being welcomed for a commencement date in May 2026, offering a purposeful career move within a supportive and inclusive multidisciplinary environment. Apply

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