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Unwind Osteopathy is seeking an experienced Osteopath to join our team in Launceston, Tasmania, for a 2-4 month locum position. This role is to cover a part-time practitioner who will be on maternity leave, with a start date in mid-to-late December 2025 or early January 2026. There is also the potential for this to become a permanent position.

Our clinic is a multi-practitioner setting, where you would work alongside two other independent Osteopaths.

Launceston, located in Northern Tasmania's beautiful Tamar Valley, is known as Australia's most livable regional city and a UNESCO gastronomy city, offering a vibrant arts, food, and cultural scene. We are confident you will enjoy your time here and have ample opportunities to explore the area, including the world heritage wilderness at our doorstep.

If this opportunity interests you and you'd like to learn more about the role, please email us at hello@unwindosteopathy.com.au with the subject line "TASSIE LOCUM”.

Listing closes 01/10/2025.

We currently have a vacancy for a newly graduated or experienced Osteopath to join our team on a contract basis in our Gaythorne practice. You will play a key role in providing high-quality, holistic care to our patients, helping them to manage and reduce their pain through evidence-based treatment and rehabilitation.

-Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to identify the root causes of pain and devise personalised treatment plans
-Perform a range of osteopathic techniques, including spinal manipulation, soft tissue therapy, and exercise prescription, to alleviate pain and restore function
-Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure a coordinated approach to patient care
-Maintain detailed patient records and provide progress updates to referring practitioners


About You

Along with your strong work ethic and some previous experience you'll have/be:

-A newly graduated student or experienced applicant with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent
-Current AHPRA registration as an Osteopath
-Full Australian working rights - essential
-Strong understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy, biomechanics, and the pathophysiology of pain
-Excellent manual therapy skills and the ability to tailor treatment approaches to individual patient needs
-Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and educate patients
-Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development
-A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team

Our dedicated team enjoy:

-Competitive salary and above average contractor-based percentage (including Superannuation)
-Flexible hours within available timeframes
-Professional development budget for the right candidate
-Convenient location Excellent work-life balance
-Access to treatment equipment

Listing closes 01/10/2025.

You will join a dedicated, experienced team of fantastic people who are passionate about supporting and learning from one another.
We offer:
• World-class beaches, national parks and an abundance of natural areas to explore (with spare time to enjoy it!).
• Support finding and subsiding accommodation for the duration of your stay.
• An active and exercise-based approach which allows us to strive for excellent outcomes for patients.
• Shockwave and photo biomodulation machines on-site.
• Flexible work conditions – no Friday’s and weekends.
• A team who balances striving for high-level outcomes with genuine camaraderie and good humour.

What is the job?
• Contracted role, start late September 2025- January 2026, 4 months.
• 4-day work week, Monday to Thursday.
• Unique CPD opportunities - Up to $4,900 available for locum practitioners to use on CPD courses and post-graduate studies via RWAV. See Health Workforce Scholarship Program For Locums on this page - https://www.rwav.com.au/grants-page/
• Access to 30+ gym and Pilates classes per week via the Prom Health Gym.
• Access to gym space outside of class hours.

Our Ideal Candidate will
• Despite our temporary role you are passionate about achieving excellent patient outcomes.
• Have 2 years of experience in private musculoskeletal practice.
• Live an active lifestyle - practice what you preach!
• Eager to enjoy rural coastal life with great incentives for CPD, access to gym and exercise classes.

Want to see more about the team, clinic and local area, take a look here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3aX9Q0pR4I
If you're interested or curious to hear more - please reach out, we'd love to have a chat with you!

Listing closes 20/09/2025.