• Dynamic work environment and team focussed culture
• Career opportunities and support for professional development
• Picturesque NE Victoria location close to regional attractions

Who are we?

Albury Wodonga Health (AWH) is the largest regional health service between Sydney and Melbourne, located in the twin cities of Albury and Wodonga. Our dedicated team of nearly 3,000 staff supports a population of 250,000 people throughout North-East Victoria and Southern NSW.  AWH is a dynamic organisation undergoing significant growth, including the development of new state of the art Emergency and Mental Health facilities.

The Opportunity

Our acute admitted team are seeking a Senior Physiotherapist to join them for immediate start to cover leave. This position is fulltime casual however we can be flexible in the FTE.

Our acute admitted inpatient space comprises of 3 medical wards, 2 surgical wards, an overflow unit, ICU and in Wodonga a general medical ward. We have a team of experienced senior and developing seniors, supported by rotational physiotherapists and AHAs. The broader team of Nursing, Medical and Allied Health are very welcoming and supportive of new staff. This is a great opportunity for you to gain experience within our organisation and provide opportunities for ongoing internal appointments during this time.

We have a broad mixed, high acuity and complex caseload that is varied across all streams. We would be flexible with the applicant’s strengths and have capacity to adapt the caseload as required.  A senior, or therapist seeking experience to develop as a senior, would be welcome to apply for this locum.

Outside of work time, our region is currently blooming in the spring weather. Albury Wodonga is an attractive, large regional centre located between Sydney and Melbourne, with great lifestyle and work options. It offers the Victorian Alps (within a 2 hour drive to the ski fields and hiking), Lake Hume and the Murray River for fantastic fishing, boating and skiing, great shopping with all major brands available and an abundance of leading wineries, restaurants and outdoor recreation options. We are also fortunate to have our airport in Albury with direct flights to Sydney, Canberra and the Sunshine Coast.

What’s in it for you?

We provide full orientation and training and keep you informed of opportunities for professional development so you can be the best at what you do.  We also offer excellent staff benefits including salary packaging and novated leasing, employee assistance and wellbeing programs, Fitness Passport and discounted private health membership.

Interested?

For more information about the position, please refer to the Position Description attached or contact the Manager listed below.  Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.

Note: All Health workers are required to be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical contraindication certificate. You will be required to provide a record of your COVID-19 vaccination status if successful.

AWH is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and the principles of Cultural Diversity and Social inclusion.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and a Working with Children Check. Successful applicants may also be required to provide evidence of their immunisation status and flu vaccination.