Physiotherapist

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YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE

Grade 1 Physiotherapist (Graduate Program 2026)

• Full-Time, Fixed-Term Role (26/1/26 - 24/1/27)
• 80 hours per fortnight, including an ADO every month

An exciting opportunity exists for a 2025 new graduate physiotherapist to join the Peter Mac Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Exercise Physiology, and Podiatry Department.

This role offers the chance to work in a world-class oncology setting, rotating through medical oncology, surgical oncology, and haematology wards while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care and professional growth.

Key Benefits:

• Allied Health New Graduate Education & Support Program
• Excellent clinical supervision
• Access to internal professional development (PD)
• Participation in the Royal Melbourne Hospital Grade 1 Learning Program
• Exposure to expert senior clinicians across several specialist services

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality acute physiotherapy services to Peter Mac patients.
• Provide patient-centred care within the specialist area of oncology.
• Assist in discharge planning, goal setting, and developing ongoing care plans.
• Implement and evaluate treatment plans, maintaining accurate clinical documentation.
• Support departmental professional development, research, and quality initiatives to ensure evidence-based best practices.
• Contribute to the outpatient lymphoedema screening service.

The Successful Candidate Will Possess:

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy (or equivalent) with current AHPRA registration.
• Completed physiotherapist entry level qualification in 2025.
• Strong clinical reasoning, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Passion for evidence-based, patient-focused physiotherapy care.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Remuneration as per Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement Grade 1: Year 1 VA3 $70, full time equivalent) to Year 5 VA7 to $85, full-time equivalent) dependent on candidate experience. To be discussed with Hiring Manager.

Peter Mac benefits:

• Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay
• Discounted health insurance and eye care
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
• Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
• Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
• Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities
• Five weeks annual leave (pro-rata), 17.5% leave loading & purchased leave options
• Flexible, hybrid working practices

Inclusion and belonging:

Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.

Application Process:

Applicants should submit a cover letter, resumé and statement of results outlining their key skills and experience relevant to the role.

For further details and to apply, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page.

Contact Information:

For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Ben de Zoete – Manager for Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology, and Podiatry

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Applications Close: 11:59PM Wednesday 8th October 2025