Grade 3 Physiotherapist - Neuromuscular

• Part Time (8 hours), Permanent
• Fitzroy location
• Challenging and rewarding work environment

About the Role
An opportunity is available for a Grade 3 Physiotherapist to join the Physiotherapy Department at St Vincent’s Hospital, Fitzroy. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality physiotherapy services within the Neuromuscular Clinic, supporting patients with a broad range of neuromuscular conditions including spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD), myotonic dystrophy, myositis and more.

In addition to clinical responsibilities, this role includes providing leadership within the department and the subacute team, contributing to quality improvement activities, and participating in research initiatives. The position also involves supervision of junior physiotherapists, Allied Health Assistants, and undertaking other delegated duties as required.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated physiotherapist to join a cohesive, progressive, and integrated team dedicated to excellence in clinical care, research, and ongoing professional development.

Applicants must hold, or be eligible for, National Physiotherapist Registration.

Classifications for this position will range from VB7 - VC1 ($104,135.20 - $118,981.20 per annum, pro rata for part time).

Duties include

• Provide disease specific assessment and clinical managementof patients with neuromuscular conditions
• Facilitate community referrals and support application for funding schemes (NDIS/HCP) as needed
• Education to community therapists as needed to help guide clinical management of complex presentations
• Provide leadership and co-ordination of the rehabilitation team as required
• Supervision and management of the clinical education program for undergraduate students as required
• Provide a tertiary level of consultancy as required
• Involvement in multidisciplinary meetings and planning as required
• Lead research and/or quality improvement activities in the neuromuscular space

Your contribution

• Minimum seven years of post-graduate experience
• Post-graduate qualification in relevant area of physiotherapy (or working towards) would be highly regarded
• Broad experience in and knowledge of physiotherapy management in neuromuscular conditions or neurological conditions
• Demonstrated leadership skills and extensive experience in the supervision and professional development of physiotherapists, students and support staff.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment

What we offer

• A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
• Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
• Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
• Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
• In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks
• Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
• Culture of continuous improvement

Physiotherapy Department

The Physiotherapy Department provides high quality clinical services across a spectrum of acute, sub-acute and outpatient services. The Department works as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide assessment, treatment and a range of therapeutic services to optimise patient care and maximise function. The Department is committed to fostering excellence in evidence based clinical care, research and education.​

Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.

Application

Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve. Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.

SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).

Contact: Melissa Birnbaum, Subacute Team Leader Fitzroy. melissa.birnbaum@svha.org.au