Physiotherapist Grade 2 - Transition Care Program

Peninsula Health; Frankston; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Salary packaging

Novated leasing

Exclusive discounts

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Education & training

Collaborative team

Job summary

Peninsula Health is seeking a Grade 2 Physiotherapist to join the Transition Care Program in Frankston, Victoria. You will contribute to high-quality assessment and management for older adults, supporting safe hospital-to-home transitions within a multidisciplinary team.

You will hold both Bachelor and Masters level qualifications in Physiotherapy, be registered with AHPRA, and bring at least two years of experience in geriatric care. Onsite parking and professional development are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy and registration with AHPRA are required.
• Minimum 2 years professional experience with older adults.
• Active participation in ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide physiotherapy assessment and management for older adults.
• Deliver rehab programs across hospital, home and community settings.
• Contribute to service improvement and multidisciplinary team goals.

Skills

AHPRA Registration

Older adult care

Clinical teamwork

Rehabilitation planning

Education

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Masters of Physiotherapy Practice

Job description

Physiotherapist Grade 2 - Transition Care Program

• Fixed Term Full Time, 80 hours per fortnight until December 2027
• Located at Golf Links Road, Frankston, Victoria
• Classification: Physiotherapist Grade 2 Year 1 - Year 4 (VB1 - VB4)* plus super

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

The Team & Role

Join Peninsula Health's Transition Care Program (TCP), a multidisciplinary service that supports older people at the interface between hospital, home and the community. As a Grade 2 Physiotherapist, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality physiotherapy assessment and management across a broad range of aged care clinical streams, helping to optimise patient outcomes and support safe transitions from hospital care. Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to person-centred care, goal setting, rehabilitation and service improvement initiatives while supporting positive outcomes for older people across community and home-based settings throughout the Mornington Peninsula.

Skills & Experience Required

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy, Masters of Physiotherapy Practice.
• Current general registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• A minimum of 2 years professional experience in working with older adults.
• Demonstrated participation in Professional Development.
• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders

Next Steps

For role specific information, please contact Paul Colosimo, ************@phcn.vic.gov.au.

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact Talent Acquisition Team at ***************@phcn.vic.gov.au or 03 9784 2*** (option 1).

The role ceases advertising on 6 November 2026.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/

Additional Information

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/

*Please refer to Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021 – 2026 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.

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