Lymphoedema Therapist

• Permanent part-time (up to 0.6 FTE) opportunity within a highly specialised, research-active lymphoedema service at Macquarie University Health
  
• Competitive remuneration in line with the Support Services Agreement, with access to salary packaging via Maxxia to help maximise take-home pay
  
• Join Australia’s first and only university-owned, academically integrated healthcare organisation, where professional development and career progression are supported

Deliver specialist, evidence-based lymphoedema care within a leading research-active academic health sciences centre

Macquarie University Health is seeking an experienced Lymphoedema Therapist to join the Australian Lymphoedema Education, Research and Treatment Centre (ALERT) on a permanent part-time basis (up to 0.6 FTE).

This is a unique opportunity to work within Australia's first and only fully integrated academic health sciences centre, where clinical excellence is underpinned by world-class research and a genuine commitment to patient-centred care. As part of the ALERT team, you will deliver high-quality lymphoedema assessment and treatment across a diverse caseload, contribute to continuous quality improvement, and play an active role in fostering a culture of learning and evidence-based practice.

If you thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment and are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of people living with lymphoedema, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

Reporting to the Senior Practice Manager, Allied Health, the Lymphoedema Therapist will provide comprehensive, evidence-based clinical care to patients presenting with a range of lymphoedema conditions, including complex and chronic presentations. You will work as a valued member of the multidisciplinary ALERT team, contributing to coordinated patient pathways, service excellence and the integration of research into clinical practice.

Clinical Care

• Conduct thorough lymphoedema assessments, develop individualised treatment plans and deliver best-practice therapy interventions including compression therapy, skin care education, exercise prescription and self-management strategies.
  
• Manage a varied and at times complex caseload, ensuring safe, high-quality patient outcomes in line with professional standards and organisational policies.
  
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in accordance with hospital and professional requirements.

Collaboration and Service Quality

• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team and contribute to coordinated, patient-centred care pathways.
  
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits and service reporting to support continuous enhancement of care delivery.
  
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with internal stakeholders and external referrers to support seamless patient journeys.

Education, Research and Professional Practice

• Contribute to a learning culture through participation in professional development activities, clinical supervision where relevant, and the support of students on placement.
  
• Support the integration of research findings and evidence-based practice into day-to-day clinical service delivery within the ALERT team.
  
• Maintain all professional registration, accreditation and ongoing competency requirements relevant to your discipline.

Workplace Health, Safety and Wellbeing

• Actively contribute to a safe workplace by complying with Work Health and Safety legislation, policies and procedures, including the identification, reporting and management of hazards and risks.

About Us

Macquarie University Health is a trailblazer in healthcare, education and research. Australia's first and only fully integrated academic health sciences centre brings together Macquarie University Hospital, Clinics and the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences at Macquarie University. We foster a collegiate environment and hold a deep commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

The Australian Lymphoedema Education, Research and Treatment Centre (ALERT) is a specialist service within Macquarie University Health dedicated to providing excellence in lymphoedema care, advancing research and educating the next generation of lymphoedema clinicians. Joining the ALERT team means becoming part of a purpose-driven service that is shaping the future of lymphoedema management in Australia.

About You

You are a skilled and compassionate lymphoedema clinician who thrives in a specialist, collaborative environment. You are committed to delivering outstanding patient-centred care and are motivated by opportunities to grow professionally within a research-active academic health setting.

Selection Criteria

• Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy or another relevant allied health discipline, together with recognised postgraduate lymphoedema training or accreditation.
  
• Current AHPRA registration where applicable to your profession.
  
• Eligibility for membership with the Australasian Lymphology Association and National Lymphoedema Practitioners Register (NLPR) listing, or willingness to obtain and maintain these.
  
• Demonstrated clinical experience delivering lymphoedema therapy services, including conservative management, compression therapy and complex care planning.
  
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
  
• Well-developed organisational and time management skills with the capacity to manage a varied caseload and competing priorities.
  
• Commitment to continuous professional development, evidence-based practice and contributing to a positive workplace culture aligned with organisational values.

How to Apply

To be considered, please apply online with your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the selection criteria (above).

Applications Close: Monday, 6th April 2026, 11:59pm (AEDT)

Role Specific Enquiries: Ange Hakim, Senior Practice Manager, ange.hakim@mqhealth.org.au

General Enquiries: Bill Egarchos, Talent Acquisition Consultant, bill.egarchos@mq.edu.au

**We reserve the right to progress or not proceed with applications prior to the closing date, and to close the advertisement early if required**

**Please note this position is only open to Australian citizens, permanent residents and those currently residing in Australia with full working rights**

Why Join Us?

You'll play a key role in shaping the future of integrated healthcare in Australia. You'll join a supportive, collaborative team that is committed to delivering innovative, patient-centred care backed by world-class research and teaching.

At Macquarie University Health, we know working together leads to better health outcomes. This happens when clinicians, researchers, students and staff unite to improve lives through compassionate, coordinated, effective care that is centred around the patient. We are celebrating our 15-year anniversary.

As Australia's first fully integrated academic health precinct on a university campus, we translate research into faster diagnoses, better treatments and integrated, evidence-based recovery pathways. In this environment, our students receive unique, hands-on learning experiences. That's how we Heal. Learn. Discover. ™

We offer fantastic range of Employee Benefits including:

• Salary sacrifices options and excellent salary packaging benefits (including venue hire, meals, entertainment and novated leasing) so you have great potential to maximise your income working for us
  
• Post graduate study and ongoing education support through scholarship programs
  
• Macquarie University Childcare at a reduced staff rate
  
• Extensive Macquarie University facilities including sporting facilities, gym and pool

More information about our employee benefits can be found here.

Pre-Employment Checks

Macquarie University Health cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.

Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to Macquarie University Health.

If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.