Q Performance Physiotherapy, in partnership with Netball Queensland, is seeking a motivated and experienced Physiotherapist to join our team. 

This role provides physiotherapy services to the Firebirds Futures Academy, Suncorp Super Reserves competition, and State Representative Programs - 0.35 FTE approx. You will work closely with athletes, coaches, and strength & conditioning staff to deliver best-practice injury prevention, management, and rehabilitation services.

There is also the opportunity to expand this position into a full-time role in 2026 by combining it with a private practice caseload at Q Performance Physiotherapy, based in Windsor QLD. Our Queensland Firebirds physiotherapy team also operate out of Q Performance, providing a strong integrated pathway from Emerging to Professional Netball.

Commencement Date of 15 October 2025 required.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strapping, preparation, triage, and acute care during training sessions and tournaments
• Communicate with Coaches and S&C Staff to support athlete load management and modifications
• Lead the rehabilitation and return-to-train/play management of injured athletes
• Travel with teams to State Tournaments (approx. 1 week per year) and the Suncorp Super Reserves competition (approx. 7 weeks, including weekend interstate travel)
• Support the management of Queensland Firebirds training partners and liaise regularly with the Queensland Firebirds Lead Physiotherapist
• Attend and contribute to weekly meeting schedule with respective program staff including preparation and delivery of reports, updates and athlete management plans
• Contribute to occasional Queensland Firebirds training coverage and rehabilitation support where required
• Oversee the ordering and control of medical consumables for respective programs
• (If full-time): Manage a private practice caseload at Q Performance Physiotherapy, building a client base and contributing to our clinic’s strong reputation in high-performance sport

Personal Attributes

We are seeking someone who is:

• Passionate about athlete health, performance, and long-term development
• Skilled in building strong professional relationships and communicating with multidisciplinary staff
• Hardworking, adaptable, and motivated to deliver best practice care in both sporting and clinical settings
• Excited to contribute to the growth of women’s sport in Queensland

Benefits

• Work in a high-performance sporting environment with emerging and elite athletes
• Be part of the physiotherapy team supporting the Queensland Firebirds pathway
• Potential to transition into a full-time integrated role in 2026, combining elite sport coverage with private practice
• Competitive salary package
• Bonus structure for private practice caseload
• Ongoing mentoring and professional development supporting your growth in high performance environments