Physiotherapist Grade 2 - Rotational Musculoskeletal

svha; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing initiatives

Employee support programs

Fitness Passport

Salary packaging

Central Fitzroy location

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne is seeking a Grade 2 Physiotherapist to join the Physiotherapy Department for a rotational Musculoskeletal role based at the Fitzroy campus. The position rotates every six months between inpatient and outpatient musculoskeletal services, offering broad clinical exposure and opportunities to contribute to student education and supervision of junior staff.

Applicants should have recent musculoskeletal experience in an acute setting and be eligible for AHPRA

Qualifications

• Recent experience managing musculoskeletal patients within an acute healthcare setting.
• Postgraduate qualifications in musculoskeletal physiotherapy or related field highly regarded.
• Registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia (AHPRA) or eligibility for registration.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality physiotherapy assessment, treatment and management for musculoskeletal inpatients and outpatients.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans, including patient education and discharge planning.
• Communicate assessment findings and treatment outcomes effectively with medical, nursing and allied health teams through documentation and clinical handover.
• Supervise and support undergraduate and postgraduate physiotherapy students, Grade 1 physiotherapists and Allied Health Assistants.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, service development and evidence-based practice within the department.

Education

Postgraduate qualifications in musculoskeletal physiotherapy or related field

Job description

Job Description:

Physiotherapist Grade 2 - Rotational Musculoskeletal

Permanent / Full Time - commencing January 2027

Join a dynamic and supportive musculoskeletal physiotherapy team

Rotate every six months across inpatient and outpatient services

Work in a leading tertiary teaching hospital committed to clinical excellence, research and education

About the Role

An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and motivated Grade 2 Physiotherapist to join the Physiotherapy Department at St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne.

Based at our Fitzroy campus, you will provide high-quality physiotherapy assessment, treatment and management for patients across orthopaedics, plastics and rheumatology. This rotational position offers six-monthly rotations between inpatient and outpatient musculoskeletal services, providing excellent opportunities to broaden your clinical skills and experience. In addition to delivering excellent patient care, you will contribute to student education, supervise Grade 1 physiotherapists and Allied Health Assistants, and play an active leadership role within the department. Applications are welcomed from current Grade 2 Physiotherapists, or experienced Grade 1 Physiotherapists ready to take the next step in their career. Postgraduate qualifications in musculoskeletal physiotherapy or a related field will be highly regarded. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, progressive team that values evidence-based practice, innovation, research and ongoing professional development. Applicants must hold, or be eligible for, registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia (AHPRA).

Classification: VB1-VB4 ($90,235.60 - $103,724.40 per annum, pro rata for part time).

Your Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality physiotherapy assessment, treatment and management for musculoskeletal inpatients and outpatients.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans, including patient education and discharge planning.
• Communicate assessment findings and treatment outcomes effectively with medical, nursing and allied health teams through documentation and clinical handover.
• Supervise and support undergraduate and postgraduate physiotherapy students, Grade 1 physiotherapists and Allied Health Assistants.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, service development and evidence-based practice within the department.

About You

• Recent experience managing musculoskeletal patients within an acute healthcare setting.
• Strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills.
• A collaborative approach and demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience supervising students and/or junior staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A commitment to continuous quality improvement, professional development and delivering patient-centred care.

Why Join St Vincent's?

• A supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Ongoing professional development and education opportunities.
• Regular wellbeing initiatives and employee support programs.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• Work-life balance, including a monthly Accrued Day Off for full-time employees.
• Access to Fitness Passport.
• Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay.
• A central Fitzroy location, close to Melbourne's CBD, public transport, cafes and parking.
• Employee discounts and benefits through the St Vincent's Foundation.
• A culture that encourages innovation, learning and continuous improvement.

About the Physiotherapy Department

The Physiotherapy Department provides high-quality services across acute, subacute and outpatient settings. Working within multidisciplinary teams, we deliver evidence-based assessment, treatment and rehabilitation to optimise patient outcomes. We are committed to excellence in clinical care, education, research and service innovation.

Working at St Vincent's

St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne is a leading teaching, research and tertiary referral health service providing a broad range of adult clinical services. Guided by our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence, we are committed to delivering outstanding care to our community.

We warmly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, abilities and experiences. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve.

For more information about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment at St Vincent's, please visit our website.