Senior Orthopaedic Physiotherapist

Overview

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The Hospital The Royal Children's Hospital's (RCH) Vision is "A world where all kids thrive".

The Royal Children's Hospital is a cornerstone member of the Melbourne Children's Campus, partnering with Murdoch Children's Research Institute, The University of Melbourne Department of Pediatrics and The Royal Children's Hospital Foundation. RCH has cared for the children and young people of Victoria for more than 150 years. A full range of paediatric and adolescent health services are provided including tertiary and quaternary care. The Hospital has more than 6,000 staff, a budget of $850M, 12 wards and 350 beds. Annually, RCH delivers extensive clinical services and facilities. It is committed to the Child Safe Standards and staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact.

For further information on RCH see here.

The Role

This is a Locum Part Time position within the department of Orthopaedics. You will be responsible for providing direct patient and family care in the setting of Specialist Clinics—Orthopaedics. You will provide assessment and management of common musculoskeletal problems including surgical and non-surgical cases such as knee injuries, scoliosis, gait and posture concerns, hip dysplasia, clubfoot (Ponseti technique). The physiotherapist in the Orthopaedic Assessment Clinic (OAC) provides a screening role to facilitate timely and high-quality orthopaedic care for children. The OAC clinics generally run concurrently with the orthopaedic consultant clinics, with consultants providing support as needed for the physiotherapists when managing children with more complex problems.

The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, professional demeanor, and strong clinical skills in assessing and managing children with common musculoskeletal presentations. You will be able to work autonomously and be a key member of a great team.

Your Skills And Experience

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy (or equivalent) with extensive clinical experience with specific interest in paediatric orthopaedic care preferred
• Professional registration with AHPRA
• Satisfy the Physiotherapy Board of Australia Continuing Professional Development and Recency of Practice Guidelines
• Uphold the Physiotherapy Board of Australia Code of Conduct
• Advanced clinical expertise in assessment and management for the required caseload

If this sounds like you, click here to view the position description.

What We Offer

• Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay
• Parkville location and close to public transport
• Discounted on-site car parking

Other Requirements

• Current National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtain
• Valid Working with Children Check
• Compliance with RCHs "Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases" procedure

Application Process

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately; apply promptly.

Why work at the RCH?

RCH offers a high employee engagement culture, world-class facilities, and a positive work environment. We provide discounted staff parking, salary packaging, and an award-winning health and wellbeing program. The RCH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI community members, and people with disability.

It is a requirement of employment that you be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, and influenza annually for Category A and B roles, in line with public health orders, unless a medical exception is accepted by The Royal Children's Hospital. Applicants will be required to provide their Australian Government Immunisation History Statement. You may also need to comply with directions for vaccination or immunity to other diseases unless you have a relevant exemption.

Are you ready to join our team?

Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" button.

Applications close: 19 September 2025

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