Physiotherapist - Grade 3

Senior Clinician, Grade 3 Physiotherapist (Neurology)

• Community Rehabilitation Program | exciting leadership role
• Fixed Term (maternity leave) Part Time - 45.6hrs per fortnight
• Generous Salary Packaging + Super + benefits

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.

About the role

Are you ready for a senior clinical role within the ambulatory community rehabilitation setting?

An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and innovative Physiotherapist to develop and lead the Physiotherapy and interdisciplinary team in the Community Rehabilitation Program - Eastern Health. 

The successful candidate with professional and operational mentorship will support the growth of junior staff and continuously improve the quality of care delivered in the service.

The Community Rehabilitation Program at Eastern Health is striving to delivery great care everywhere, every time for our community. We are seeking a client-focussed rehabilitation physiotherapist, who has a commitment to quality patient care and service improvement. You will provide clinical leadership and supervision for the physiotherapy team at the Angliss Community Rehabilitation Program, as well as support and lead quality improvement initiatives.

To support your growth and success in this role, you will work closely with the CRP Team Leaders and profession Senior Clinicians.  You will have access to clinical supervision from the Grade 4 Physiotherapy Clinical Lead and will be supported to participate in professional development, quality improvement & research.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Extensive experience in the area of neurological rehabilitation
• Strong commitment to high quality patient care
• Well-developed interpersonal and leadership skills
• Advanced clinical skills in managing a complex caseload using a client-centred approach
• Sound clinical reasoning skills within the field of rehabilitation including supervision and development of staff
• High level communication and coaching skills
• Demonstrated ability to introduce innovative practice and quality improvement

You will be required to:

• Support the CRP Team Leaders in managing the day to day operational needs of the CRP teams based on Eastern Health’s mission and values
• Lead the delivery of a high quality, accessible and coordinated service to our clients both in the client’s home and in the centre
• Provide clinical supervision to physiotherapy staff across Yarra Ranges Health and Angliss CRP and facilitate evidence based practice.
• Support the CRP Team Leader to meet key performance indicators and targets set by Leadership Teams, Eastern Health and funding bodies
• Collaborate and develop good working relationships with stakeholders at all levels to ensure effective staff communication processes are in place
• A Victorian Drivers licence

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.

Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.  An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps

If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today

Please note: 

• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.

Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.

Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day

**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**