Physiotherapist

Are you a Physiotherapist looking to make a meaningful impact in a unique healthcare setting?

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Physiotherapist to join our multidisciplinary team at Lavarack Health Centre working Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. This is a rewarding opportunity to deliver high-quality physiotherapy care to Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel while working in a supportive and professional clinical environment.

In this role, you will provide evidence-based physiotherapy assessment, treatment, rehabilitation services and play an important role in supporting the physical readiness and recovery of Defence members.

What’s on offer

• Part time opportunity within a well-supported clinical environment


• Work-life balance – structured clinic hours with no late nights or weekend work


• Collaborative team – work alongside experienced medical, dental, nursing and allied health professionals


• Modern facilities supporting a wide range of healthcare services


• Civilian role – support Defence personnel without serving in the military


• Practical perks – free on-site parking and uniforms provided


• Wellbeing support – access to mental health resources and lifestyle benefits

About the Lavarack Health Centre
Lavarack Health Centre is located in Townsville at Lavarack Barracks, the largest Army base in Australia.  It includes the Operational Deployment Force and facilities to undertake mission rehearsal exercises prior to deployment.  The facility provides primary medical, underwater medical, surgical outpatient, dental, nursing, physiotherapy, mental health, and pharmaceutical care to approximately 8000 members.  It also operates a 24/7 inpatient low dependency ward. The standard operating hours of the centre are generally 0700-1630 Monday – Friday

What you’ll do  

• Provide a range of evidence-based physiotherapy assessments, treatments and rehabilitative services  


• Work with a wide range of musculoskeletal injuries with a focus on functional rehabilitation and returning members to their work and exercise goals. 


• Coordinate patient administration, records, and clinic operations   


• Support multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient service delivery   


• Ensure compliance with Defence policies, procedures, and confidentiality standards Shape  

What you bring  

• At least 2 years’ part-time or full-time equivalent post-graduate musculoskeletal experience within the last 5 years 


• A current, unconditional registration as a Physiotherapist with AHPRA 


• Recent engagement in Continuing Professional Development activities aligned with AHPRA guidelines 


• A current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (HLTAID009) 


• Membership with the Australian Physiotherapy Association (preferred) 


• Australian Citizenship required for Baseline Security Clearance 

Who we are

Serco supports healthcare delivery professionals across the Asia-Pacific region, providing essential services in defence, healthcare, justice and community services.

Through our partnership with Bupa, we deliver integrated healthcare services to Australian Defence Force personnel across multiple Defence health facilities nationwide, ensuring members have access to quality on-site care.