Physiotherapist Grade 2 - Monash Children's

Monash Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Employee wellbeing program

Career mobility

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Job summary

Monash Health is seeking a Physiotherapist Grade 2 for Monash Children’s Hospital. You will join a specialist paediatric physiotherapy team, working across NICU, neonatal, neurological and developmental care to support children and families while developing your expertise with an experienced multidisciplinary group.

You will contribute to outpatient care, clinical research and service development, and you’ll supervise junior clinicians and students in a collaborative, family-centred environment

Qualifications

• Paediatric clinical experience, ideally in an acute hospital setting.
• Strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills.
• Knowledge of paediatric development and evidence-based practice.
• Excellent communication and family-centred care skills.
• Experience supervising junior staff or students.
• Australian/International Driver’s licence and a relevant Physiotherapy qualification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist paediatric physiotherapy across neonatal, paediatric neurology, neurosurgery and related services.
• Support infants and children with complex needs and developmental vulnerabilities, helping optimise development and long-term outcomes.
• Provide and coordinate outpatient care and multidisciplinary follow-up, including Early Neurodevelopmental Clinic efforts.
• Contribute to clinical research, service development and translation of evidence into practice.
• Share knowledge through supervision, teaching and support for junior clinicians and students.
• Collaborate across hospital and community services to support coordinated care and discharge planning.

Skills

Paediatric clinical experience

Clinical reasoning

Discharge planning

Family-centred care

Supervision / mentoring

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Physiotherapy qualification

Physiotherapy registration (AUS/INTL)

Job description

Physiotherapist Grade 2 - Monash Children's

Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.

We provide safe and equitable care, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leading expertise and over 175 years of experience.

As a leading academic health service, we're committed to providing tomorrow's care today by integrating research, teaching and training into everyday practice.

Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network.

To see first‑hand what our colleagues think about working here, take a look at the following short videos monashhealth.org/careers.

Physiotherapist Grade 2 | Full-time | Ongoing | Monash Children's Hospital

Shape the future of paediatric care. Make a difference from the very beginning.

Join Monash Children’s Hospital’s specialist physiotherapy team and work across neonatal, neurological and developmental care. From the NICU to complex inpatient and outpatient services, you’ll make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and families while developing your expertise alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team.

About the Role

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Deliver specialist physiotherapy across paediatric neurology, neurosurgery, neuro‑oncology and neonatal services
• Support infants and children with complex needs and developmental vulnerabilities, helping optimise their development and long‑term outcomes
• Provide and coordinate outpatient care and multidisciplinary follow‑up, including opportunities to contribute to the Early Neurodevelopmental Clinic
• Contribute to clinical research, service development and the translation of evidence into practice
• Share your knowledge through supervision, teaching and support for junior clinicians and students
• Collaborate across hospital, community and regional services to support coordinated care and effective discharge planning

The role includes participation in after‑hours, weekend and public holiday rosters, with training provided. Work across other Monash Health sites may also be required.

About Us

Working as part of the MCH Allied Health team you will enhance the experience of patients, families and visitors accessing the service aiming to provide excellent care, outstanding outcomes and a positive experience for all children and their families. You will work as part of a dynamic and collaborative allied health team and have access to ongoing education and supervision to develop your interests and career.

About You

To thrive in this role you’ll bring:

• Paediatric clinical experience, ideally in an acute hospital setting, with exposure to neurology and/or neonates
• Strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills, with the ability to manage complex presentations and prioritise a varied caseload
• Knowledge of paediatric development, functional assessment and evidence‑based practice
• Effective discharge planning skills and an understanding of Victorian community health, education and NDIS services
• Excellent communication and family‑centred care skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse families and multidisciplinary teams
• Experience supporting junior staff or students through supervision, mentoring or clinical guidance
• Professional accountability, adaptability and the ability to integrate quickly into new teams and clinical environments

Mandatory requirements:

• Australian/International Driver’s licence
• A relevant Physiotherapy qualification

In Return

As a valued member of the Monash Health team, you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and career progression, including:

• Salary packaging – increase your take‑home pay with generous salary packaging options
• Professional development – access to ongoing training, education, and leadership opportunities to support your career growth
• Supportive team environment – work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence
• Employee wellbeing – benefit from a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), staff wellbeing initiatives, and a strong focus on work‑life balance
• Career mobility – opportunities to work across Victoria’s largest public health service with a wide range of roles and career pathways
• Diverse and inclusive workplace – join an organisation that celebrates and embraces diversity and fosters a culture of respect and belonging

At Monash Health, you’ll be making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities while advancing your career in a leading healthcare organisation.

For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out toLaura Morel, Physiotherapist Pediatric Profession Lead Grade 4 on 0497 192 *** (Wednesday to Friday).

Our Culture and Values

At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive,supportiveand future‑focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Ourteamsplay a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity,transparencyand excellence.

You’llbe encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.

We areFullHearted, OpenMindedandAllIn,enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness,equityand diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.