Physiotherapist - Grade 3 Paediatric Orthopaedics

• Location: Sunshine Hospital
• Employment Type: Fixed Term, Part Time
• Salary: Grade 3

About The Role
We are looking for an experienced Paediatric Orthopaedic Physiotherapist to join our Paediatric team in a fixed-term, part-time position (0.4EFT) until August 2026.

In this Grade 3 Physiotherapy position, you will work with our outpatient physiotherapy Paediatric Orthopaedic team at Joan Kirner Women's and Children's Hospital. You will provide direct care to patients and families for a variety of Orthopaedic conditions which may include post-surgery, post injury, brachial plexus palsy, congenital joint conditions or gait concerns. Extensive experience managing complex paediatric orthopaedic presentations is essential. Additional experience or training in Paediatric Orthopaedics is high desired. For the right candidate, there may be opportunities for exposure to Advanced Practice.

Working in this position you will use your clinical expertise and evidence-based practice to deliver Best Care. The successful candidate with have exceptional communication and organisational skills. You will need to work autonomously, as well as collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team.

This is a well-supported position and provides you with the opportunity to develop your clinical, leadership, and supervision skills; joining a team that is dedicated to excellent outcomes for the child, family-centred and evidence-based practice. You will also contribute to the leadership of the paediatric orthopaedic physiotherapy team and support the development of Grade 1 and 2 physiotherapists.

Professional development is widely available in our team with both internal and external opportunities. Grade 3 Physiotherapists at Western Health participate in Research and Quality Improvement as well as Education and Training programs within the Physiotherapy service.

Other Benefits Of Working With Us

• Five weeks of annual leave/ year (pro-rata)
• Generous PD allowance and annual skills incentive payment
• Salary Packaging and novated car leasing.

Essential
To be Successful in this Role you will:

• Have significant clinical experience in the assessment and management of complex paediatric orthopaedic conditions across the continuum of care
• At least 7 years of Paediatric physiotherapy clinical experience with a minimum of 5 years clinical experience with a specific interest in paediatric Orthopaedic care.
• Able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Have high level organisational skills
• Work collaboratively with the Physiotherapy, Paediatric Orthopaedic, and multidisciplinary teams
• Ensure safe and high-quality patient care is delivered in line with Western Health values and policies
• Contribute to a culture that values ongoing learning and be part of a positive workplace

Desirable

• Previous experience or additional training in Paediatric Orthopaedic Advanced Practice an advantage.
• Post graduate qualification or training relating to paediatric physiotherapy.
• Completion of Specialist Certificate of Paediatric Orthopaedics or Ponseti postgraduate training

Come and join our innovative, supportive and friendly department, with our strong positive workplace culture, and help us continue to improve the lives of our community in the West. See why our Allied Health Staff love working at Western Health: My Why - Allied Health recruitment. Find out more about our team by following us on Facebook (@westernhealthphysio) and Instagram (westernhealth_physio)

Position Description
About Western Health
Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne's western suburbs.

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include

oncology, renal, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia's most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women's prison located in Ravenhall.

Why join us?
Compensation And Benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
• Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

• Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through compassionate care.
• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact?
Simply click on the "apply" button and follow the prompts.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date:
11:59pm on 9 October 2025.

Enquiries:
For enquiries about the position, please contact Madeleine Guthridge, Grade 4 Paediatric Physiotherapist or Kirsty May, Acting Allied Health Manager – Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
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