Grade 1 Exercise Physiologist

**Overview**:
**Work type**:Part time

**Salary**:Salary not specified

**Grade**:As per award

**Occupation**: Health and Allied Health

**Location**: Mount Alexander

**Reference**: VG/1856456

Dhelkaya Health is a fresh approach to healthcare that is deeply human. Our name, 'Dhelkaya,' derived from Dja Dja Wurrung language, translates to 'being healthy'. It embodies our mission to foster health and wellbeing within our community.

Our deep understanding of local knowledge and community needs allows us to address the unique challenges faced by our diverse population. Our history is rich, but our commitment to innovation and evidence-based care ensures that we're constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of our community.

Dhelkaya Health's main campuses are in Castlemaine and Maldon. We also run an Information Hub in central Castlemaine and the Tarrengower Health Service in Maldon. From these locations and across the community, we deliver personalised patient services, residential care, maternity services, NDIS, and community wellbeing services.

We value diversity and our staff are encouraged to draw from their identity and culture in being part of a workforce that is respectful, welcoming and inclusive.

Dhelkaya Health - Healthier Together.

**Position Title: E**xercise Physiologist - Grade 1

**Classification**:EP61 to EP65

**Salary per hour**:$35.75 to $43.45 + superannuation + generous salary packaging options

**Employment Type**:Ongoing part-time 48 hours per fortnight

**Award**:Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise agreement 2021-2026

**Role description**

The Grade 1 Exercise Physiologist position is responsible for delivering high quality person-centred Exercise Physiology interventions at Dhelkaya Health. This will involve home, hospital or centre based service delivery and client education. This role works in close collaboration with a range of health professionals and other community-based service providers to deliver the best outcomes for the client, their family and carers.

This role will work primarily in the Ambulatory Care team. The Ambulatory Care department provides a range of high-quality multidisciplinary allied health and nursing services including Musculoskeletal, Neurological, Pain Management Falls and Balance, Continence Clinic, Hand and Forearm Clinic and more. The Ambulatory Care team also provide allied health services in our Residential Aged Care Facilities. This role is expected to work across a range of clinical areas, including, but not limited to, the above.

The Grade 1 Exercise Physiologist will actively participate in staff supervision and support the ongoing quality improvement of the Exercise Physiology and organisation as a whole.

**About you**
- Recognised tertiary degree in Exercise Physiology (or equivalent)
- Full member of Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA)
- Current Victoria Drivers Licence
- NDIS Worker Screening Check

**_Please refer to the relevant attached position description and address the key selection criteria on your cover letter when applying._**

**Culture and Benefits**

Dhelkaya Health is located on Dja Dja Wurrung country in regional Victoria. Just a short drive from Bendigo and easily accessed via public transport, the area is brimming with culture that blends the old with the new. Steeped in rich history, the town boasts a vibrant arts scene, historic architecture and is part of the Bendigo Region UNESCO City of Gastronomy.

Surrounded by scenic trails and a unique natural environment that includes historic goldfields, outdoor enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world. Combined with a wide range of sporting clubs and outdoor recreation opportunities, the community offers a rich, diverse culture to enjoy.

From community events celebrating local festivals to grassroots initiatives fostering inclusivity and diversity, this is a place where people come together. At Dhelkaya Health, you'll enjoy all this and a flexible work environment with access to career development pathways that suit your life goals. You'll also benefit from:

- **Stress-free parking**:at no-cost close to your place of work.
- **Salary packaging**:to maximise your earnings with options to package meals, entertainment, rent/mortgage repayments, and more.
- **Healthy and active lifestyle**: through access to a free onsite gym and Fitness Passport**membership for your family to use in a wide range of gyms, pools, and fitness facilities across the region
- **Health and wellbeing**: through a supported work environment that prioritises work-life balance and a health and well-being program that includes an Employee Assistance Program.
- **Building meaningful connections**: through the Dhelkaya Health Social Club and a variety of staff events and activities throughout the year held in a friendly, inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.

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