Employment Type - Permanent Full Time
Hours per fortnight - 80
Job Category - Other Professionals - Physiotherapy
Req Id - 7390
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Deliver best-practice physiotherapy across busy Acute wards at UHG, with upskilling in ICU, Neuro, Med, Surg & OrthoLook to your future with ongoing career and professional development opportunities within a supportive supervision structurePermanent hours full-time, 80hrs/fortnight (or job-share of 8hr days), ADOs, 5 weeks leave & salary packaging | Weekend work as part of the team roster
About The Role
Barwon Health’s Acute Physiotherapy team is seeking organised, dynamic and flexible Grade 2 Physiotherapists to join our busy Acute services at University Hospital Geelong (UHG).
In this role, you will deliver high-quality, evidence-based and patient-centred physiotherapy care to a broad Acute inpatient caseload within a multidisciplinary environment. You will work across a wide range of clinical specialties, including medical, surgical, orthopaedics, neurology, oncology, and Rapid Assessment and Planning.
You will play a key leadership role by supporting, teaching and supervision of Grade 1 Physiotherapists, Allied Health Assistants and undergraduate students when rostered to your area. Your own professional development will be actively supported through structured supervision, learning opportunities and involvement in service improvement initiatives. Weekend work, as part of a shared team roster, forms part of this role.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver safe, effective and evidence-based physiotherapy assessment, treatment and discharge planning for Acute inpatientsIndependently manage a designated clinical caseload within a multidisciplinary teamProvide clinical leadership, supervision, teaching and support to junior staff and studentsContribute to service development, quality improvement activities and designated portfoliosMaintain high standards of documentation, data collection and use of health information systems
What We’re Looking For
Current registration with AHPRA as a PhysiotherapistClinical experience c onsistent with a Grade 2 Physiotherapist under the relevant Enterprise AgreementDemonstrated ability to practice independently within an Acute clinical settingStrong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across disciplinesCommitment to ongoing professional development, reflective practice and evidence-based care
Position Description
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Barwon Health staff benefits
Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfactionA vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance ProgramExtensive professional development opportunitiesAttractive salary packaging benefitsLiving expenses capped at $9,010Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
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Diversity and inclusion
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child safety
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards
Additional Information
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au
All Appointments Are Subject To
Satisfactory Police Record CheckImmunisation Status ClearanceWorking with Children Check (if applicable)
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.
Contact person: Christopher Lindner
Email: christopher.lindner@barwonhealth.org.au
Phone: (03) 4215 5522
Application closing date: 26, February 2026
Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.
Internal Applicants
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers cage through One Point (intranet) before applying.
Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.