Physiotherapist

Eastern Health; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor and Shadowing program

Discovery days across 50 sites

Professional development leave

Friendly and supportive teams

Diversity, equity & inclusion

Fitness passport

Employee assistance program

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Eastern Health is seeking a Physiotherapist Grade 2 for a temporary part-time role at Angliss Hospital in Melbourne. The role spans acute medical and general surgery wards, with opportunities to expand into ED, ICU, and aged care areas depending on scope of practice.

Regular supervision and mentorship will support professional growth. You will join a collaborative team, supervise students and Allied Health Assistants, and contribute to quality improvement while delivering patient-centered care

Qualifications

• Recognised tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy.
• Current registration with Physiotherapy Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated skills in physiotherapy management of acute medical and general surgical caseloads.
• A strong commitment to high-quality care.
• The ability to work as part of a diverse team.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students and Allied Health Assistants where appropriate.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide patient-centred care across diverse acute care settings.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Physiotherapy management

Diversity teamwork

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy

Job description

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Physiotherapist Grade 2 – Acute Medical and General Surgery

• Temporary part-time opportunity working up to 40 hours per fortnight until October 2027 at Angliss Hospital
• Opportunities for career growth | Mentorship and ongoing education provided
• Join a collaborative multidisciplinary team and learn from skilled clinical leaders

About the role

As a Grade 2 Physiotherapist, you will join a supportive and collaborative physiotherapy team at the scenic Angliss Hospital, working alongside experienced multidisciplinary clinicians.

In this diverse acute care role, you will apply your physiotherapy expertise across medical and general surgery wards, with opportunities to expand your practice into the Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, and Acute Care of Older Persons Ward, depending on your clinical capabilities and scope of practice. You will be supported through regular clinical supervision from experienced Grade 3 Physiotherapists, as well as mentorship from Grade 4 Clinical Leads in Aged and Complex Care and/or Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy to foster your professional growth and development.

The role also offers opportunities to supervise students and Allied Health Assistants, contribute to quality improvement initiatives, and play an active role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across a dynamic acute health service.

About you

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Recognised tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy
• Current registration with Physiotherapy Board of Australia (AHPRA)
• Demonstrated skills in physiotherapy management of acute medical and general surgical caseloads
• A strong commitment to high-quality care
• The ability to work as part of a diverse team
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role, and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.

About Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is“Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Mentor and Shadowing program
• Access to discovery days across our 50 sites
• Study and professional development leave
• Friendly and supportive teams
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Fitness passport for work-life balance
• Employee assistance program accessible to you and your loved ones
• Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements

Good to know

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
• Advertising may end before the closing date.
• We do not accept recruitment agency applications.

Job Posting End Date: Friday 2 October 2026

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