Physiotherapist – Grade 2

• Community Rehabilitation Program - Musculoskeletal stream


• Peter James Centre


• 1 year part time contract

An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and motivated Grade 2 physiotherapist with a commitment to the delivery of high quality; evidence based patient-focused health care to join our Community Rehabilitation Program at Eastern Health.

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services  to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.

About the role

We are seeking an innovative, enthusiastic and client-centred physiotherapist with a commitment to high quality, evidence based patient care. The successful applicant will demonstrate the ability to assess and manage a variety of musculoskeletal conditions in the Community Rehabilitation Program in addition to non clinical portfolios and responsibilities. The Community Rehabilitation Program has a strong commitment to supervision, professional development, research and quality initiatives. There is opportunity for the successful candidate to be involved with quality improvement projects in a supported manner,  this position will be supported in a large interdisciplinary team environment with regular supervision by a grd 3 senior clinician. 

This position requires well developed interpersonal and communication skills as well as experience in working with a variety of patient populations in an interdisciplinary team. This position may include supervision and teaching of rotating /permanent grade 1 physiotherapists and Physiotherapy students.

The Community Rehabilitation Program offers short term, goal based service to clients in the Eastern Suburbs. The successful applicant will provide a home based and centre based service (including telehealth) as well as group therapy and hydrotherapy programs.

About you

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Advanced interpersonal and problem solving skills.


• Effective communication skills, both written and oral communication skills, both written and oral.


• Exhibits positive professional behaviour at all times within the clinical and work setting.


• Demonstrates a sound understanding and commitment to client centred care.


• Excellent time management skills.


• Clinical and leadership experience relevant to Community Rehabilitation.


• Broad knowledge of issues affecting the older population within a Community Rehabilitation setting.


• Experience in musculoskeletal rehabilitation and demonstrate advanced clinical reasoning skills.


• Able to co-ordinate complex clinical discharges as part of an interdisciplinary team.


• Demonstrated ability to supervise junior staff and students.


• Ability to efficiently manage and prioritise a complex clinical workload.


• Have a working knowledge of Community Rehabilitation Services.


• Demonstrated experience in participating in interdisciplinary teams


• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining up-to-date clinical knowledge through evidence based practice.


• Current driver’s licence


• Competent computer skills

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.

Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.  An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 including your booster, prior to commencing employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities


• Friendly & supportive team


• Flexible working hours


• Salary packaging options


• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps

If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!

Please note:

• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury


• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.


• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.


• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health Values:  Patients First | Agility | Humility | Respect | Kindness | Excellence

**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**