Physiotherapist - Neurosciences and Specialty Medicine

Eastern Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

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Job summary

Eastern Health is seeking a Grade 2 Physiotherapist to join the Specialty Medicine team at Box Hill Hospital, delivering physiotherapy across Stroke, Neurology, Oncology and Renal services. The role suits a clinician with acute neurological experience who wants to expand expertise within a rotational, multidisciplinary environment.

You will work within the Acute Stroke Service, providing evidence-based assessment and treatment for patients with complex needs, while contributing to student

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Physiotherapy and current AHPRA registration.
• Experience in acute stroke/neurology clinical practice.
• Highly developed communication, teamwork and leadership skills, with demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Sound knowledge of community organisations and networks.

Responsibilities

• Provide physiotherapy services across Stroke, Neurology, Oncology and Renal specialties.
• Deliver evidence-based assessment and treatment in the acute stroke service setting.
• Work within Box Hill Hospital's multidisciplinary team to support in-reach rehabilitation and innovative care models.
• Contribute to student education, quality improvement and service development initiatives.

Job description

Physiotherapist Grade 2 - Acute Neuroscience and Specialty Medicine

• Permanent full-time | 5 weeks annual leave + monthly day off included


• Box Hill | Easy access to public transport, shopping, and dining options


• Career progression and research opportunities | Collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team

Eastern Health is one of Victoria's largest public health services. As a values-led, integrated service united by our Healthier Together promise, we deliver high-quality care, support and service to a broad and diverse community across Melbourne's east and beyond.

About the role

We are seeking a Grade 2 Physiotherapist to join our Specialty Medicine team at Box Hill Hospital, providing physiotherapy services across Stroke, Neurology, Oncology and Renal specialties. This opportunity is well suited to a clinician with acute neurological physiotherapy experience who is looking to further expand their expertise within a diverse specialty medicine environment through a rotational model of care.

Working within Box Hill Hospital's nationally recognised Acute Stroke Service, you will provide evidence-based assessment and treatment to patients with complex needs while contributing to Eastern Health's innovative in-reach rehabilitation model. Supported by experienced senior clinicians and a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across the acute setting.

In addition to clinical practice, you will have opportunities to contribute to student education, quality improvement and service development initiatives. As part of a recently expanded service, you will help shape innovative models of care while continuing to grow your clinical and professional skills in a supportive environment.

What you'll bring

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Physiotherapy and current AHPRA registration


• Experience in acute stroke/neurology clinical practice.


• Highly developed communication, teamwork and leadership skills, with demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.


• Sound knowledge of community organisations and networks.

What we offer

Being part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts. We offer a range of benefits including:

• Investment in your career through continuous learning, mentoring, professional development, and opportunities to progress into specialist, leadership or advanced practice pathways.


• Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements, study and professional development leave, and leave purchasing options.


• Wellbeing support through fitness programs, confidential employee assistance services for you and your family, and 24/7 access to a range of support resources.


• Financial incentives to help you make the most of your earnings, including salary packaging through Maxxia, novated leasing options, and employee discounts on health insurance, banking and more.

You must be eligible to work in Australia. Applications are reviewed as they are received, so we encourage early applications as the advertisement may close prior to the closing date.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview, and all applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application. Appointment to this position is subject to a satisfactory National Police Check, compliance with mandatory vaccination requirements, including annual influenza vaccination, and evidence of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases where required.

Our commitments

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability across the communities we serve and within our Eastern Health team.


• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees.


• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.


• We are shaping a culture that delivers exceptional care for our community, and an exceptional experience for all the people who make it possible.

Contact Person: Danni Gould

Contact Number: 0403 674 296

Contact Email: [e-mail]

Job Posting End Date: Friday 13 November 2026

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Our Values in Action

Respect for all | Safe and welcoming | Partnering in care | Innovate, learn and lead