Physiotherapist Grade 1 or 2 (Casual)

An exciting opportunity exists for experienced Physiotherapists to join our highly valued Allied Health team at Epworth Geelong on a casual basis.

We welcome applications from physiotherapists with a minimum of three years clinical experience who are  available for regular midweek or weekend shifts. The successful applicants will be appointed at a Grade 1 or Grade 2 classification depending on their level of hospital-based experience.

At Epworth Geelong our physiotherapists provide care across a diverse range of settings including the Emergency Department ICU acute wards inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient rehabilitation services. Patient profiles include but are not limited to orthopaedics neurology cardiorespiratory general medical and surgical oncology pelvic health and pain management.

In this casual role you will support the delivery of high-quality care through coverage of planned and unplanned leave as well as participation in a weekend roster aligned with your availability. 

The successful applicant will demonstrate strong clinical capability and the ability to work autonomously across the continuum of hospital-based care. You will also bring a proven track record of positive contributions to high-performing teams along with excellent communication skills and the motivation to add value to our service.

Why Epworth

At Epworth were committed to delivering exceptional patient care and supporting our people to thrive. As part of our Allied Health team you will benefit from:

• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• Exposure to a broad and diverse clinical caseload
• Opportunities to further develop your clinical skills across multiple specialties
• Working within a values-driven organisation known for excellence in care

You will make an impact by:

• Delivering excellence in clinical care aligned with best practice
• Demonstrating an innovative flexible and proactive approach to problem solving
• Confidently liaising with stakeholders to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Demonstrating a strong work ethic and a commitment to high-quality care

To be successful in this role you will have: 

• A minimum of 3 years experience working as a physiotherapist in a hospital setting
• Physiotherapy skills in acute clinical care and/or rehabilitation
• Excellent communication skills and an ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
• Proven ability to manage a busy and varied clinical caseload
• Excellent time management skills and a high attention to detail

Position Description Grade 1       Position Description Grade 2       Inherent Requirements

Early applications are encouraged with advertising to continue until the role is filled.

About Epworth Geelong

Epworth Geelong located adjacent to Deakin Universitys Medical School in Waurn Ponds is developing an environment of world-class health care and education to meet the needs of the expanding population of Geelong and South West Victoria. Providing exciting career opportunities to doctors nurses allied health professionals and support staff. It features contemporary design cutting-edge medical technology and best practice patient care whilst offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient medical surgical and rehabilitation services.

Qualifications :

• A bachelor or post graduate degree in Physiotherapy with current AHPRA registration

Additional Information :

Why Join Epworth

At Epworth its a community.

Its the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient addition to this you will have access to:

• Epworths enhanced Not for Profit status provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to $15900 pre-tax annually plus $2650 meals and entertainment allowance leading to greater take home pay
• Discounted private health insurance
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia!

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples people with disability mature-age and young job seekers members of the LGBTIQA community and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable inclusive and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

Ready to Make a Difference

To apply click the Im Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.

For more information about the role refer to the attached position description or contact or call (03).

Apply have over 8000 perspectives at Epworth and were ready to welcome yours!

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare subject to reasonable exemptions that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all across race ability ethnicity gender age sexuality cultures and beliefs that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth we care.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Casual