CASA - Psychologist - Edinburgh HC - Casual (CA-EDNHC-PSYCH CAS)

Job Req ID:  302605
Posting Start Date:  10 Jul 2025
Location: 

Edinburgh, South Australia, AU, 5111

Contract Type:  Casual
Job Advertisement: 

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of active Australian Defence Force (ADF) members?

  • Work closely with other physiotherapist, doctors, nurses and psychologist to help optimise the health of our service members.  
  • Attractive hourly rates, 25% Casual Loading, parking available onsite 

About Us
ADF Health Services provides integrated healthcare services to Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel across Australia. As part of this contract, Serco, in partnership with Bupa, provide defence-ready clinical and support staff across 50+ on-base locations nationally, ensuring that ADF personnel have access to quality on-site medical care. To learn more please visit https://careers.serco.com/gb/en/apac

ABOUT THE ROLE
As the Physiotherapist, your typical day will involve varied musculoskeletal conditions, including sports injuries, post operative (e.g. ACL recon, shoulder recon), loading injuries (e.g. bone stress, shoulder pain, knee pain) and pelvic health, concussion (if within scope). You will help members progress towards deployment and ADF training exercises.

As the ideal applicant you will –

  • Have access to a fully equipped gym to enhance the rehabilitation of members.
  • Work with a wide range of musculoskeletal injuries with a focus on functional rehabilitation and returning members to their work and exercise goals.
  • Work with an active population who are motivated to achieve their best possible functional outcomes.
  •  Have a dedicated time for administrative tasks each day
  • Work in a multi-disciplinary team of nurses, doctors, psychologists, and rehabilitation consultants.
  • Improve your understanding of job roles and requirements of the ADF with the opportunity of working closely with ADF members

ABOUT THE HEALTH CENTRE 
Edinburgh Health Centre is located 25km North of Adelaide, at RAAF Base Edinburgh. This super-base accommodates 3500 personnel from the Australian Army and RAAF, as well as being home to the RAAF Institute of Aviation Medicine.  The health centre operates a 16 bed low dependency ward 24/7.  It also provides primary medical, aviation medical, nursing, dental, physiotherapy, mental health, pharmaceutical and rehabilitation services. Standard operating hours are generally 07:30 – 15:30 Monday – Friday (depending on role requirements and specific craft groups required for weekend and on-call shifts).


ABOUT YOU
As the ideal applicant, you will have –

  • 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 and the ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Baseline Security Clearance

REWARDS & BENEFITS
In addition to an attractive hourly rate, you will be entitled to:

  • 25% Casual Loading
  • Access 24/7 mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and join a team of dedicated health professionals united in delivering exceptional service every day. 
  •  Parking onsite

At Serco, you will be part of a global community that celebrates diversity and inclusion through our Global Employee Networks, fostering connections and growth opportunities worldwide. We offer more than just a job; it's a career journey filled with possibilities across diverse contracts. Support our defence personnel and experience the satisfaction of making a real difference.

SERCO REFERRAL PROGRAM
Refer a Healthcare Professional to join Serco’s ADF Services Team and receive a $500 Prezzee Voucher if they are successful! Please email your referral’s resume and details to: AHSCCareers@serco-ap.com 

WANT TO KNOW MORE?
Reach out to Polly on 08 8432 2544 or via email polly.buerano@serco-ap.com for a confidential discussion.
To explore other exciting opportunities visit: https://careers.serco.com/gb/en/apac