Physiotherapist – Grade 1 or 2

Physiotherapy Team

Multiple Permanent Positions available - Full Time or Part Time

Casual opportunities also available

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Treat & prevent disease & disability, support child development & improve quality of life…  these are just some of the benefits of being a Physiotherapist!

No two days are the same as a Physiotherapist, which can be incredibly challenging and rewarding. At West Gippsland Healthcare Group, we have a team of dynamic and supportive Grade 1, 2 and 3 Physiotherapists to assist you with career development, help you through the challenges and most importantly, to provide high quality care to our community.

Demonstrate your expertise in assessing, diagnosing and treating acute and chronic health conditions in the areas of musculoskeletal, neurological and cardio-respiratory disorders.  Hours are available to a broad variety of areas including acute, subacute, community rehab, outpatients and aged care across a 7 day a week service.  

The successful applicant will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a high level of organisational and decision-making skills. In addition, the preferred candidate will have:

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• The ability to apply a high level of clinical knowledge and skills in physiotherapy practice.
• The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• The ability to provide support and supervision to junior staff, assistants and students.
• A current Victorian Driver’s Licence.

We have ongoing full time or part time positions, offering you stability and the chance to build a fulfilling career in healthcare. We also have casual positions with all the perks including but not limited to:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Professional development
• Access to employee assistance program
• Salary packaging
• Free parking

IMPORTANT: All staff employed in the healthcare sector are required to be fully (3 doses) vaccinated for COVID-19 and Influenza (unless a valid exemption applies). Evidence of vaccination (or exemption) will be required to be provided prior to commencement.

About our organisation

Did you know that our Warragul hospital is conveniently located just a 30-minute drive from Pakenham, with a stress-free commute along the freeway? What's more, the Baw Baw Shire is one of the fastest-growing Local Government Areas in the country.

While our hospital may be ageing, our most precious asset is not the building but the exceptional quality of care delivered by our remarkable staff. Joining us means becoming part of a team that's more than just colleagues; we're a friendly and welcoming family. At West Gippsland Healthcare Group, we believe in caring for our community because we are the community.

At West Gippsland Healthcare Group, we take pride in our commitment to fostering diversity and equality within our team. We warmly welcome applications from every corner of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, those from culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTI community, and those with first-hand experience of living with a disability. Your unique perspective and background are valuable to us, and we look forward to your application.

Who wouldn't want to be part of such a remarkable journey? So, dust off your CV and prepare to embark on an inspiring career with us here at West Gippsland Health. Your future awaits!

Working with us

All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, a NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (whichever is applicable for this role) and a current Employee Working with Children Check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments.

Further details and how to apply

Applications must be submitted via our recruitment portal (wghg.mercury.com.au) and must include a current CV, response to the selection criteria and a covering letter. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide at least 2 professional referees.

If you have any further queries, please contact Elaine Coetzee, Physiotherapy Manager, on 03 5623 0640 or email elaine.coetzee@wghg.com.au

Applications close on Sunday 19^th May 2024

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As an inclusive employer, committed to improving diversity and equity in our workforce, we encourage applications from all parts of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTI people, and people with lived experience of disability.

As a Child Safe organisation, West Gippsland Healthcare Group promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with disability.