Grade 2 Physiotherapist - Outpatient Orthopaedics And Trauma

Description:

Company Description
Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients.
Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.
Job Description
An exciting opportunity exists for a Grade 2 Outpatient Physiotherapist experienced in orthopaedic and trauma care to join the Allied Health Team at Geelong! This is a full-time fixed term position (parental leave cover) until 30 May 2026.
This clinical role is responsible for-
Provision of Physiotherapy care in our outpatient rehabilitation service, to an orthopaedic, trauma and post-operative caseloadProvision of Physiotherapy care within the Cardiac Rehabilitation ProgramCoordination of case conferences for various outpatient consultantsSupervision of Grade 1 staff, Allied Health Assistants and students to support professional growthActive involvement in quality and research initiatives
You will make an impact through-
Provision of excellent and patient centred clinical care to an orthopaedic / trauma clinical cohortActive and enthusiastic participation as a member of the Physiotherapy department and Outpatient multidisciplinary teamAdapting quickly to varying workforce and clinical demandsCommunicating effectively with Rehabilitation Physicians and Surgeons to deliver optimal patient careCollaborating with other health professionals both internal and external to Epworth Healthcare to develop and grow services based on best practice
To be successful in this role you will have-
A minimum of 3 years clinical experience in a hospital setting managing an orthopaedic clinical loadDemonstrated experience in clinical supervisionExcellent communication skills and an ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
About Epworth Geelong
Position Description Inherent Requirements
Epworth Geelong, located adjacent to Deakin University’s 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
At Epworth, it’s a community. It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:
Epworth’s enhanced Not for Profit status (and not available in the public sector) provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, plus $2,650 meals and entertainment allowance leading to greater take home payDiscounted private health insuranceReduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
Enquire/ Apply
Sound interesting? To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.
For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact talent@epworth.org.au or phone (03) 9426 0606.
Please note, early applications are encouraged with advertising to continue until the position is filled.
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.