Physiotherapist - Casual (Grade 1/2)

Epworth; Geelong; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Geelong is seeking experienced Physiotherapists for a casual role. The ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of hospital experience, providing care across various patient profiles including orthopaedics and neurology. This position offers opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Discounted private health insurance

Access to educational scholarship programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience as a physiotherapist in a hospital setting.
• Sound clinical credentials and ability to work autonomously.
• Demonstrated positive contributions to high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients in Emergency Department and ICU.
• Manage a diverse patient caseload including orthopaedics and neurology.
• Liaise with stakeholders to optimize patient care.

Skills

Physiotherapy skills in acute clinical care

Excellent communication skills

Time management and attention to detail

Ability to manage a varied clinical caseload

Proven ability to manage a busy clinical load

Job description

Overview

Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. Epworth is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that is culturally safe and respectful of the cultural and spiritual connections of our people.

Our values define Epworth's approach and delivery and we pride ourselves on ensuring every Patient Matters.

Role and Responsibilities

An exciting opportunity exists for experienced Physiotherapists to join our Allied Health team at Epworth Geelong on a casual basis. We welcome applications from physiotherapists with a minimum of three years clinical experience, who are seeking either weekday and/or weekend shifts. Classification (Grade One or Two) will be established based on the successful applicant’s level of hospital experience.

As a casual physiotherapist at Epworth Geelong, you will provide care to patients in the Emergency Department, ICU, acute wards, inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient rehabilitation services. Patient profiles include orthopaedics, neurology, cardiorespiratory, general medical, surgical, oncology, pelvic health and pain management. You may cover planned and unplanned leave and be allocated to a weekend roster based on availability.

The successful applicant will have sound clinical credentials and the ability to work autonomously across the continuum of hospital-based care. You should demonstrate a history of positive contributions to high-performing teams and a motivation to add value.

• Delivering excellence in clinical care aligned with best practice
• Demonstrating an innovative, flexible and proactive approach to problem solving
• Liaising confidently with stakeholders to optimise patient care
• Exhibiting an excellent work ethic and a desire to perform at your best

Qualifications

To be successful, you will have:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a physiotherapist in a hospital setting
• Physiotherapy skills in acute clinical care and/or rehabilitation
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Proven ability to manage a busy clinical load
• Excellent time management and attention to detail
• Ability to manage a varied clinical caseload

About Epworth Geelong

Epworth Geelong, located near Deakin University’s Medical School in Waurn Ponds, provides inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and rehabilitation services. It offers contemporary design, cutting-edge technology and best practice patient care, supporting ongoing education for doctors, nurses, allied health professionals and support staff.

Why Join Epworth?

Epworth’s Not-for-Profit status provides salary packaging opportunities up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, plus $2,650 meals and entertainment allowance. Additional benefits include discounted private health insurance, reduced health service costs for you and your family, and access to Australia’s largest educational scholarship program of its kind.

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 plus meals and entertainment allowance
• Discounted private health insurance
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family
• Extensive educational scholarship programs

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to an equitable, inclusive and barrier-free recruitment experience. If you need support during the application process or reasonable adjustments, please let us know. Any information you provide will be treated confidentially and with respect.

How to Apply

Ready to make a difference? To apply, attach your CV and cover letter through the provided submission method. For more information about the role, refer to the attached position description or contact [e-mail] or call [phone].

Note: It is a condition of employment, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual influenza vaccination where required under Epworth policy. As a child-safe organisation, successful applicants may be required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check and may be required to hold a valid Working with Children Check.