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Permanent Full Time, 80 hours per fortnight No two days are the same as a Physiotherapist. An exciting opportunity exists to join our Physiotherapy team at West Gippsland Healthcare Group. We have a team of experienced, dynamic and supportive Allied health assistants, Grade 1, 2 and 3 Physiotherapists to assist you with career development, help you through the challenges and most importantly, to provide high quality care to our community. We are located in a purpose-built Allied Health / Community Rehabilitation Centre situated at West Gippsland Hospital.
Physiotherapy services include the following areas:
Acute inpatient units including Surgical, Orthopaedics, Paediatrics, Medical and Maternity Emergency Department and Short Stay Unit Sub-Acute Unit: GEM and TCP Aged Care Services Community Rehabilitation Service, Prehabilitation and Outpatients Rehabilitation Groups including: Cardiac Rehab, Pulmonary Rehab, Parkinsons Group, Hip and Knee Groups and Strength and Balance Group Community and Allied Health Team (Domiciliary Service) The successful applicant will work in a rotational position. Our physiotherapy department encourages and supports staff attending professional development activities. All staff participate in a supervision program where support and mentoring is provided.
This is a great opportunity for a physiotherapist to develop a range of skills and experience in a supported and dynamic team environment while enjoying a fantastic lifestyle exploring beautiful Gippsland.
The preferred candidate will have A Degree in Physiotherapy Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) - Physiotherapy Board Current Victorian Driver's Licence Excellent verbal and written communication skills The ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team About our organisation Did you know that Warragul hospital is a stress-free commute along the freeway from the south eastern suburbs? What's more, the Baw Baw Shire is one of the fastest-growing Local Government Areas in the country.
While our hospital may be ageing, our most precious asset is not the building but the exceptional quality of care delivered by our remarkable staff. Joining us means becoming part of a team that's more than just colleagues; we're a friendly and welcoming family. At West Gippsland Healthcare Group, we believe in caring for our community because we are the community.
At West Gippsland Healthcare Group, we take pride in our commitment to fostering diversity and equality within our team. We warmly welcome applications from every corner of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, those from culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTI community, and those with first-hand experience of living with a disability. Your unique perspective and background are valuable to us, and we look forward to your application.
Who wouldn't want to be part of such a remarkable journey? So, dust off your CV and prepare to embark on an inspiring career with us here at West Gippsland Health. Your future awaits!
West Gippsland Healthcare Group staff benefits include Flexible working arrangements Access to employee assistance program Salary packaging Free Parking Working with us All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, a NDIS Worker Screening Clearance and a current Employee Working with Children Check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments.
Further details and how to apply Further information is contained in the Position Description. Applications must be submitted via seek.com.au and are to include a current CV, response to the key selection criteria (as outlined in the Position Description) and a covering letter. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide at least 2 professional referees. If you have any further queries, please contact Elaine Coetzee, Physiotherapy Manager, on 03 5623 0640. Advertising close on Wednesday, 7 May 2025. Please apply at your earliest convenience, shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date. _______________________________________________________________________________________
As an inclusive employer, committed to improving diversity and equity in our workforce, we encourage applications from all parts of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTI people, and people with lived experience of disability.
As a Child Safe organisation, West Gippsland Healthcare Group promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with disability.
How do your skills match this job? Your application will include the following questions:
How many years' experience do you have as a Grade 1 Physiotherapist? Are you currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Do you have a current Australian driver's licence? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? Under Government requirements, some roles in Healthcare settings must be seasonally vaccinated for influenza. Are you able to meet this requirement prior to commencement if you were the successful applicant? Are you willing to provide us with / apply for a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening Check prior to commencement? West Gippsland Healthcare Group provides acute medical and surgical, obstetric, emergency, community and aged care services, primarily in the Shire of Baw Baw, approximately 100 kms east of Melbourne.
West Gippsland Healthcare Group comprises a number of sites. They are Baw Baw Health and Community Care Centre, Community Services Centres in Warragul and Trafalgar, Cooinda Lodge Aged Care Residence, Rawson Community Health Centre, Andrews House Aged Care Residence, Warragul Linen Service and West Gippsland Hospital.
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