Physiotherapist Grade 1

St Vincent's Private Hospital Brisbane; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 71,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Broad rotational experience across cln

Professional development

Wellbeing initiatives

Employee counselling

ADO days

Fitness Passport

Salary packaging

Close to transport

Foundation discounts

Culture of continuous improvement

Job summary

St Vincent’s Private Hospital Brisbane – Melbourne VIC is seeking two Grade 1 Physiotherapists for full-time fixed-term roles across multiple campuses. You will rotate through Musculoskeletal, Neurosciences, Cardiorespiratory, Emergency and Rehabilitation with a supportive team. Weekend and public holiday rosters apply.

Classification VA3–VA7 corresponds to an annual salary of $70,590.00–$85,872.80. Rotations occur on a four-month cycle across Fitzroy, Kew and Hawthorn campuses, offering diverse

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Current registration, or eligibility for registration, with AHPRA.
• Experience and/or knowledge of physiotherapy management in healthcare.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based physiotherapy assessment and management.
• Develop and implement treatment plans to support patient outcomes.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to meetings.
• Maintain clear handovers with colleagues and other healthcare professionals.
• Contribute to service improvements and ongoing professional development.
• Participate in departmental education and quality improvement activities.

Skills

Physiotherapy assessment

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Job description

St Vincent's Private Hospital Brisbane – Melbourne VIC

$70,590 - $85,872 a year

Full time

3d ago , from St Vincent’s Private Hospital Brisbane

• 2 Full-Time, Fixed-Term opportunities available
• Position 1: Fixed Term until 29 April 2027
• Position 2: Fixed Term until 12 November 2027
• Rotational opportunities across Fitzroy, Kew and Hawthorn
• Friendly, supportive and dynamic Physiotherapy team

Job Description

• 2 Full-Time, Fixed-Term opportunities available
• Position 1: Fixed Term until 29 April 2027
• Position 2: Fixed Term until 12 November 2027
• Rotational opportunities across Fitzroy, Kew and Hawthorn
• Friendly, supportive and dynamic Physiotherapy team

About the Role

An exciting opportunity exists for two Grade 1 Physiotherapists to join the Physiotherapy Department at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne on a full-time, fixed-term basis. You will join a supportive and team-oriented department offering a broad rotational program across our Fitzroy, Kew and Hawthorn campuses. Rotations provide exposure to a diverse range of clinical areas, including Musculoskeletal, Neurosciences, Cardiorespiratory, Emergency, Mental Health and Rehabilitation. As a Grade 1 Physiotherapist, you will provide high-quality, evidence-based physiotherapy assessment and management to patients within your allocated clinical area. You will work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to support excellent patient outcomes while continuing to develop your clinical skills and experience.

Rotations generally occur every four months and may involve working across multiple SVHM campuses. Participation in the weekend and public holiday roster is also a requirement of the position. This is a fantastic opportunity for enthusiastic physiotherapists looking to broaden their clinical experience within a progressive and supportive department committed to excellence in clinical practice, education, research and professional development.

Classification for these positions will range from VA3 – VA7 ($70,590.00 – $85,872.80 per annum).

Duties

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based physiotherapy assessment and management to patients within allocated clinical areas.
• Develop and implement appropriate treatment and management plans to support optimal patient outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to team, family and departmental meetings as required.
• Maintain effective communication and comprehensive clinical handovers with colleagues and other healthcare professionals.
• Contribute to service improvement initiatives and the ongoing development of physiotherapy services.
• Participate in departmental education, professional development and quality improvement activities.

Your Contribution

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Current registration, or eligibility for registration, as a Physiotherapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Experience and/or demonstrated knowledge of physiotherapy management within a healthcare setting.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong interpersonal skills with excellent written and verbal communication.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, professional development and high-quality patient care.

What We Offer

• A supportive environment with broad rotational experience across a range of clinical specialties.
• Regular professional development and learning opportunities.
• A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs.
• Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling.
• A healthy work/life balance, with full-time employees receiving a monthly Accrued Day Off (ADO).
• Access to Fitness Passport, providing a wide choice of fitness facilities.
• Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay.
• Convenient locations close to public transport, cafes and Melbourne's inner city.
• Discounts and promotions available through our Foundation.
• A culture of continuous improvement

Physiotherapy Department

The Physiotherapy Department provides high-quality clinical services across a broad range of acute, sub-acute and outpatient settings. Working as part of multidisciplinary teams, our physiotherapists provide assessment, treatment and therapeutic interventions to optimise patient care, independence and function. The department is committed to fostering excellence in evidence-based clinical care, research, education and professional development, providing an excellent environment for Grade 1 Physiotherapists to build their skills across a diverse range of clinical areas.

Working at St Vincent’s

St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by the values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.

Contact

Kat Tarrant, Interim Workforce Lead
***************@svha.org.au

SVHA Duty of Care

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. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations, including influenza vaccination.

Diversity and Inclusion

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.

Closing Date

30 November 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 ***************@svha.org.au

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