Physiotherapist (Grade 2) – Community Rehabilitation
Alfred Health
Location: Caulfield Hospital, Melbourne – full time, 80 hours per fortnight (full-time), flexible monthly annual discretionary overtime.
12-month parental leave position commencing 16 February ****.
Physiotherapy Grade 2, Year 1-4 (VB1–VB4).
Minimum 3 years clinical experience in Physiotherapy.
Recent experience in rehabilitation or aged care.
The Department
The Alfred Health Community Rehabilitation Program, situated at Caulfield Hospital, comprises Home Based, Centre Based, and Falls Clinic services.
It provides a comprehensive client-centred rehabilitation service that is responsive to the needs of the community.
Eligible clients are assisted by an interdisciplinary team—including Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Social Workers, Allied Health Assistants, a Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation Consultant, Pharmacist, Dietitians, a Clinical Psychologist and a Neuropsychologist—to achieve their goals following an illness or injury.
The Role
As a Physiotherapist within the Community Rehabilitation Program, you will provide excellent client-centred rehabilitation services to clients both in their homes and at our rehabilitation centre.
The clinical caseload is varied, offering a fantastic opportunity to develop expertise in working with a broad range of clinical diagnoses.
The successful candidate will have access to a range of professional development activities.
Qualifications Required
Degree in Physiotherapy
Current Registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia
Eligible for membership of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA)
Current Victorian Driver's Licence (unrestricted)
Key Capabilities
Minimum three years' clinical experience in Physiotherapy
Recent experience in rehabilitation or aged care
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team
Demonstrated understanding and commitment to principles of continuous quality improvement
Demonstrated ability to evaluate and modify service delivery in accordance with evidence-based practice
Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills to promote teamwork
Strong theoretical knowledge base and experience in orthopaedics, neurology and gerontology
Demonstrated participation in professional development relevant to the position
Benefits and Other Information
Salary packaging and novated leasing through Maxxia
Flexible health insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
On-site car and bike parking opportunities (subject to availability)
Fantastic on-site fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport Health and Fitness
Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children's Services
5 weeks annual leave and salary packaging
If applicable, please specify any specific requirements you require in your cover letter or CV.
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