Gr 2 Physiotherapist

The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia's leading public healthcare providers. Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Grade 2 Physiotherapist - Cardiorespiratory
Royal Melbourne Hospital

• Full time, fixed term position until Feb 2026.
• Rotational Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Position.
• Provide physiotherapy service, clinical supervision and education of students and junior Physiotherapists.

The Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) Physiotherapy service is made up of over 130 staff providing services across the City and Royal Park Campuses. We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced Grade 2 Physiotherapist to join our dynamic and friendly team.

This position will provide the successful applicant opportunities to gain experience working in a well-supported multidisciplinary team environment with a wide variety of Cardiorespiratory clients. Rotations include Intensive Care, Trauma, Cardiothoracics, General Surgery, General Medicine and Special Medicine. The role involves the provision of a 7 day Physiotherapy service, supervision and education of student and junior Physiotherapists, and you will be well supported by Grade 3 and 4 Clinicians. You will be expected to contribute to the weekend service and research and quality portfolios within the team.

Your New Role

• Competently and independently assess, treat and manage cardiorespiratory patients in the acute health setting.
• Work across a variety of wards/caseloads.
• Prioritise clinical load based on daily demand.
• Be flexible to meet the clinical and workforce needs of the Physiotherapy department.

About You

• You are an experienced Physiotherapist with broad cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy skills.
• You have a strong ability to develop relationships with relevant team members from allied health, nursing and medical teams.
• You have well developed communication, time management and organisational skills.
• You have experience with supervision of staff and students.

Benefits Of Working With The Royal Melbourne Hospital

• Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing Programs including onsite staff gym, Staff Medical Service, Employee Assistance Program, Peer Support Program - run by our dedicated employees.
• Career progression opportunities to suit your professional development goals.
• A Values based organisation offering great prospects for career diversity and professional advancement, including training and research opportunities, and access to mentorship and leadership programs.
• Salary packaging options, monthly ADOs (that's an additional day off every month), onsite car parking, close to public transport.

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Interested in Applying?
If this opportunity resonates with you and you have the experience and qualifications we're looking for, we encourage you to apply without delay. We're reviewing applications and scheduling interviews immediately. Advertising may cease prior to the stated closing date. For a confidential discussion or more information, please reach out using the contact details above.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and a Working with Children Check.

Please note: This position is for applicants only. We do not accept applications from recruitment agencies or third-party representatives.

The RMH stands in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in work and care. We are proud to be a workplace that champions diversity, inclusion and equality for our staff and our community. Our goal is for our people to feel safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best every single day. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to our vacancies, and will consider adjustments to support such applications.