Physiotherapist Grade 1

St Vincent's Health Australia; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Fitness Passport access

Wellbeing initiatives and staff events

Confidential employee counselling and

Job summary

St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne, part of St Vincent's Health Australia, invites applications for a physiotherapist to join a structured rotational program spanning Fitzroy, Kew and Hawthorn campuses. You will deliver high-quality assessments and management while rotating through musculoskeletal, neurosciences, cardiorespiratory, emergency, rehabilitation and other settings.

The role includes cross-campus work, weekend shifts and public holidays.

Qualifications

• Eligible for Physiotherapy Board of Australia registration.
• Experience in healthcare settings.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based physiotherapy assessment and management in allocated clinical areas.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, ward rounds and discharge planning.
• Represent physiotherapy perspectives in patient, team and departmental discussions.
• Maintain thorough clinical handovers and clear written communications.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement and innovations.
• Support a culture of collaboration, learning and continuous improvement.

Skills

Physiotherapist registration

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Clinical assessment

Education

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Job description

Job Description: Full Time / Fixed Term until 10 January 2027 Challenging and Rewarding Clinical Environment Friendly and Dynamic Team Comprehensive Rotational Program Across Multiple Specialties

About the Role

An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated and enthusiastic physiotherapist to join the Physiotherapy Department at St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne. As part of our supportive and collaborative team, you will participate in a structured rotational program across the Fitzroy, Kew and Hawthorn campuses, gaining experience in a broad range of clinical areas including: Musculoskeletal Neurosciences Cardiorespiratory Emergency Mental Health Rehabilitation Rotations typically occur every four months, providing excellent opportunities to develop diverse clinical skills and experience across acute, sub-acute and rehabilitation settings. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality physiotherapy assessment and management within your allocated clinical area, while contributing to multidisciplinary care and service improvement initiatives. This role offers an outstanding opportunity to develop your career within a progressive department committed to excellence in clinical practice, research and professional development. Please note that cross-campus work, weekend shifts and public holiday participation are required as part of this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based physiotherapy assessment, treatment and management for patients within allocated clinical areas.
• Participate actively in multidisciplinary team meetings, ward rounds and discharge planning.
• Represent physiotherapy perspectives at relevant patient, team and departmental meetings.
• Maintain effective communication and comprehensive clinical handovers.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement and innovation initiatives.
• Support a culture of collaboration, learning and continuous improvement.

Your Contribution

• Current registration, or eligibility for registration, with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia.
• Experience and knowledge of physiotherapy management within a healthcare setting.
• Experience working effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A commitment to patient-centred care and evidence-based practice.

What We Offer

• Structured rotational opportunities across a wide range of specialty areas.
• Ongoing learning, professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Monthly Accrued Day Off (ADO) for full-time employees.
• Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay.
• Access to Fitness Passport and a wide range of participating fitness facilities.
• Wellbeing initiatives, programs and staff events.
• Confidential employee counselling and support services.
• Discounts and promotions through the St Vincent's Foundation.
• A culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Convenient locations across Fitzroy, Kew and Hawthorn campuses.

About the Physiotherapy Department

The Physiotherapy Department provides high-quality services across acute, sub-acute and outpatient settings. Working as part of multidisciplinary teams, our physiotherapists deliver assessment, treatment and rehabilitation services that optimise patient outcomes and maximise function. The department is committed to excellence in evidence-based clinical practice, education, research and professional development, providing an ideal environment for clinicians looking to build and expand their careers.

Working at St Vincent's

St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. Guided by our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence, we provide a diverse range of adult clinical services and are committed to delivering outstanding patient care, education and research.

SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases in healthcare settings. Successful applicants may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations and vaccinations, including annual influenza vaccination.

For further information regarding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.

For further information about the role, please contact: Kat Tarrant Interim Workforce Lead [e-mail]

Closing Date: 2 October 2026 11:59pm

Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at [e-mail]

St Vincent’s Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent’s is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead’s vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent’s Health Australia is today the nation’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent’s family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more.