Hand Therapy OT/Physio – Part-Time, Fixed Term (Frankston)

Peninsula Health; Frankston; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost onsite parking

Salary packaging

Novated leasing

Retail & dining discounts

Fitness Passport access

Employee Assistance Program

Education & training

Job summary

Peninsula Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist to join the Hand Therapy Service in Frankston. The role involves high-quality assessments, splinting, wound care, and supporting inpatients within a multidisciplinary team.

You will supervise junior staff and engage in ongoing professional development while contributing to service excellence and patient outcomes. The position is a fixed-term part-time appointment through February 2027 with salary packaging and related

Qualifications

• Bachelor or tertiary equivalent qualification in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy.
• Current registration with the Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in management of acute and chronic upper limb conditions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across diverse settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care for hand trauma and upper limb conditions.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and deliver evidence-based interventions (splinting, wound care).
• Support management of surgical inpatients within a multidisciplinary team.
• Supervise and mentor junior clinicians, students and Allied Health Assistants.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Supervision & mentoring

Education

Bachelor or equivalent in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy

Job description

Occupational Therapist / Physiotherapist - Hand Therapy

• Fixed Term Part Time until February 2027, 44 hours per fortnight
• Located in Frankston, Victoria
• Classification: Occupational Therapist Grade 2, Year 1 - 4 (VE8 - VF9) plus super or Physiotherapist Grade 2, Year 1 - 4 (VB1 - VB4) plus super

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

The Team & Role

As a Grade 2 Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist within the Hand Therapy Service, you will provide high-quality, person-centred care to patients with hand trauma, acute injuries and degenerative upper limb conditions. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will conduct comprehensive assessments, deliver evidence-based interventions including splinting and wound care, and support the management of surgical inpatients. The role requires strong clinical reasoning, communication and organisational skills, along with the ability to supervise and mentor junior clinicians, students and Allied Health Assistants. You will contribute to service excellence through collaborative practice, ongoing professional development and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for patients.

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Skills & Experience Required

• Bachelor or tertiary equivalent qualification in Occupational Therapyor Physiotherapy
• Current registration with the Occupational Therapy / Physiotherapy Board of Australia (via AHPRA)
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in the management of acute and chronic and upper limb conditions
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills in a variety of settings
• Accredited Hand Therapist as warded by the Australian Hand Therapy Association (desirable)
• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders

Next Steps

For role specific information, please contact Rosie House, ******@phcn.vic.gov.au.

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact Talent Acquisition Team at ***************@phcn.vic.gov.au or 03 9784 2*** (option 1).

The role ceases advertising on 26 October 2026: Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.We kindly ask that all applications be submitted through the advertised application link, as applications received via email are unable to be progressed.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/

Additional Information

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/

*Please refer to Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021 – 2026 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.

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