Physiotherapist - Grade 3 (Paediatric Orthopaedics)

Requisition No: 6494

Executive Division: Operations

Division: Allied Health

Program: AH Physiotherapy & Exercise Physiology

Department: Allied Health Physiotherapy

Enterprise Agreement: Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sect

Job Function: Allied Health Professionals

Project:

Physiotherapist

• Location: Footscray Hospital
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Fixed Term (until December 2026)
• Salary: Grade 3 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

We are looking for an experienced Paediatric Orthopaedic Physiotherapist to join our Paediatric team in a fixed-term, full-time position until December 2026. Part-time applicants are welcome to apply.

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

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).

Key Responsibilities:

In this Grade 3 Physiotherapy position, you will work with our outpatient physiotherapy orthopaedic team in our Joan Kirner Women's and Children's Hospital. Working in this position you will use your clinical expertise and evidence-based practice to deliver Best Care to a variety of paediatric orthopaedic conditions, such as post-surgical presentations, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, arthrogryposis, brachial plexus palsy, and limb anomalies. You will also support our Paediatric Aquatic Physiotherapy service in our on-site hydrotherapy pool.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have clinical expertise for the assessment and management of paediatric orthopaedic conditions across the continuum of care
• Have experience working as a credentialled Advanced Practice Paediatric Physiotherapist in one or both of DDH and CTEV, including radiological interpretation, differential diagnosis, clinical assessment, and management (highly desirable)
• Have completed relevant Advanced Paediatric training such as SCiPOP and Ponseti courses (highly desirable)
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal 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

Paediatric Orthopaedic Advanced Practice Physiotherapy credentialling and experience is highly desirable, as this will provide additional opportunities to work with our Paediatric Advanced Practice Physiotherapy team. Upskilling and credentialling in Advance Practice Physiotherapy will be considered for suitably qualified applicants. This team provides service to Developmental Hip Dysplasia (DDH) and Paediatric Orthopaedic Screening and Congenital Talipes Equinovarus clinics (CTEV).

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?

If you're passionate about providing high-quality allied health care, we'd love to hear from you.

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 25 December 2025.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact:

Name: Madeleine Guthridge

Title: Grade 4 Paediatric Physiotherapist

Phone:

Alternate Contact: Will O'Sullivan

Title: Allied Health Manager – Physiotherapy & Exercise Physiology

Phone:

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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