Physiotherapist Grade 3 - Clinical Educator

• Permanent / Part Time | 15 hours per week
• Senior leadership opportunity
• Join a friendly and dynamic team

About the Physiotherapy Department

The Physiotherapy Department at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne provides high-quality clinical services across a broad range of acute, sub-acute and outpatient settings. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, our physiotherapists provide assessment, treatment and therapeutic interventions that optimise patient care and maximise function. The Department is committed to excellence in evidence-based clinical practice, research and education, with a strong focus on supporting the ongoing development of our people.

About St Vincent’s

St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service, providing a diverse range of adult clinical services. Driven by our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence, we are committed to delivering exceptional care while creating an environment where our people can learn, grow and make a meaningful difference.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Grade 3 Physiotherapist to join our Physiotherapy Clinical Education team. This is a unique opportunity to provide leadership in clinical education and contribute to the ongoing development of Physiotherapy staff and students across St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne. Reporting to the Physiotherapy Clinical Education Lead and Physiotherapy Manager, you will contribute to the Physiotherapy Clinical Education Stream while continuing to support high-quality clinical services for our patients. You will play an important role in coordinating and promoting clinical education opportunities for Physiotherapy staff and students, as well as contributing to broader Allied Health education initiatives where required.

The role includes supporting undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and contributing to collaborative education projects across Allied Health, St Vincent’s Health and partner universities.

We are looking for a clinician who brings:

• Strong clinical knowledge and experience
• A passion for clinical education, teaching and staff development
• An understanding of adult learning principles
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to build strong relationships across multidisciplinary teams
• Established professional networks and a commitment to ongoing professional development
• A collaborative approach and enthusiasm for contributing to education and research initiatives

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Physiotherapist to take on a senior education-focused role within a supportive team committed to excellence in clinical practice, education and research.

Classification: Physiotherapist Grade 3 VB7–VC1 ($104,135 - $118,981 per annum, pro rata for part time).

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A minimum of 7 years' clinical and/or clinical education experience
• Completion of, or progress towards, a relevant postgraduate qualification
• Demonstrated knowledge of Physiotherapy management and clinical service provision within a public healthcare setting
• Recognition by professional peers as a clinical expert, with broad and relevant clinical experience in your area of expertise
• Demonstrated leadership, management and networking skills
• Highly developed communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively across teams and the wider organisation
• Extensive experience supervising and supporting the professional development of Physiotherapists, students and support staff

What We Offer

At St Vincent’s, we are committed to supporting the wellbeing, development and success of our people. We offer:

• A strong focus on employee wellbeing, with regular events and initiatives
• Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
• Access to Fitness Passport, providing an extensive choice of fitness facilities
• Salary Packaging to help increase your take-home pay
• A central Fitzroy location, with the CBD at your doorstep and easy access to public transport, cafes and car parking
• Access to discounts and promotions through the St Vincent’s Foundation
• A culture of continuous improvement, learning and professional development
• The opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative Physiotherapy and Allied Health community

How to Apply

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 if a suitable candidate is identified. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission, and diversity reflects the community we serve.

For further information regarding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment opportunities at SVHM, please visit our website.

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 influenza vaccination.

Contact

Andrea Jackson
Clinical Education Lead Physiotherapist
andrea.jackson@svha.org.au