Physiotherapist

Bayside Health; Frankston; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State‑of‑the‑art facilities

Low-cost onsite parking

Salary packaging & novated leasing

Exclusive retailer discounts

Fitness Passport gym access

Employee Assistance Program

Professional education & training

Job summary

Bayside Health invites applications for a Grade 2 Physiotherapist within the Transition Care Program (TCP) in Rehabilitation, Ageing, Pain and Palliative Care Services. You will conduct high‑quality assessments and provide therapy to older adults transitioning from hospital to home, across diverse conditions, while collaborating with families and the multidisciplinary team.

Join a supportive, multidisciplinary team in Frankston, with opportunities to contribute to service improvements, supervise

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy and Masters of Physiotherapy Practice required.
• Current general registration with AHPRA is required.
• Minimum 2 years professional experience with older adults.
• Current Driver's Licence must be held.
• Demonstrated participation in Professional Development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality assessment and therapy across a diverse aged care caseload (orthopaedic, neurological, respiratory, falls).
• Collaborate closely with patients, families and the broader healthcare team.
• Contribute to service improvement and support Allied Health Assistants and students.

Skills

Experience with older adults

Current Driver's Licence

AHPRA registration

Education

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Masters of Physiotherapy Practice

Tools

Driver's Licence

Job description

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 focussed 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.

• Permanent Full Time, 80 hours per fortnight
• Located in: Frankston

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 focussed 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.

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.

• Permanent Full Time, 80 hours per fortnight
• Located in: Frankston
• Classification: Grade 2 Year 1 - Year 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

Join the Transition Care Program (TCP), a supportive and multidisciplinary team within Rehabilitation, Ageing, Pain and Palliative Care Services (RAPPS), helping older people transition safely from hospital to home. As a Grade 2 Physiotherapist, you will deliver high-quality assessment and therapy across a diverse aged care caseload, including orthopaedic, neurological, respiratory and falls presentations, while collaborating closely with patients, families and the broader healthcare team. You’ll also contribute to service improvement, support Allied Health Assistants and students, and play a key role in achieving positive outcomes that promote independence and wellbeing.

Skills & Experience Required

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy, Masters of Physiotherapy Practice.
• Current general registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) -
• A minimum of 2 years professional experience in working with older adults.
• Current Driver's Licence.
• Demonstrated participation in Professional Development.

Benefits

• Step into state-of-the-art facilities
• 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 Paul Colosimo (************@phcn.vic.gov.au)

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

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.