Careers

Why Chris O’Brien Lifehouse? 

Join one of Australia’s leading comprehensive cancer centres and help shape the future of specialist cancer care. 

Located in Camperdown, with excellent access to public transport, Chris O’Brien Lifehouse is a Not for Profit, world-class cancer hospital integrating treatment, research, education, and emotional support under one roof. With 149 inpatient beds, 12 operating theatres, 22 ICU-level beds, day therapy and radiotherapy services, we offer advanced technologies in a purpose-built facility designed to support patients and staff alike. 

The Opportunity 

The Physiotherapist Level 1/2 provides high-quality, evidence-based, patient-centred physiotherapy to inpatients at Chris O’Brien Lifehouse. The role supports patients affected by cancer and complex conditions by delivering comprehensive physiotherapy assessment, treatment, clinical education, discharge planning, and ongoing management, with the aim of optimising function, mobility, respiratory status, independence, safety and quality of life. 

Key Responsibilities  

Safety & quality: Maintain a strong focus on healthcare safety/quality and follow relevant risk management, infection control, and quality frameworks. 

Patient-centred evidence-based care: Deliver physiotherapy within professional, organisational, legal, and ethical boundaries, aligned with best practice and AHPRA requirements. 

Oncology clinical expertise: Develop and apply advanced clinical competence in the physiotherapy management of oncology inpatients across a range of complex specialties. 

Teamwork & communication: Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team and use strong communication skills to support patients, carers, and clinical stakeholders. 

Continuous improvement & professional development: Participate in competency assessments, supervision, accreditation readiness, training, and ongoing education to support continual improvement. 

Criteria 

1. Must hold a bachelor or post graduate degree in Physiotherapy or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer, with current AHPRA registration  

1. Clinical knowledge, skill, and experience in the provision of physiotherapy, across a broad range of clinical areas – ICU and acute experience preferred. 

1. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team 

1. Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills, organisational and time management skills 

1. Demonstrated commitment to professional development and the application of evidence based practice 

1. Demonstrated knowledge and involvement in quality improvement activities.  

What We Offer 

• Competitive salary packaging through SmartSalary of up to $15,900 per annum 

• Access to confidential counselling and wellbeing support through our EAP 

• Subsidised gym membership through Fitness Passport (for you and your family) 

 A Workplace That Welcomes Everyone 

At Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, we are committed to a culture of inclusion and respect. We value the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our team and actively support, staff from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ communities, Indigenous staff, people living with disabilities, and people of all ages and faiths. 

How to Apply 

If you meet the criteria and share our commitment to compassionate, expert cancer care, we encourage you to apply and become part of our Chris O’Brien Lifehouse community.  

Please submit your resume and address all selection criteria. 

Click “Apply Now” to submit your application. 

Interview Guide: December 7th – 11th 2026 

Start Date: February 2027