Physiotherapist Grade 2 - Rotational Musculoskeletal

30.4 hours per week until 31 December 2026, increasing to full-time until 19 March 2027
Fixed-term appointment until 19 March 2027

• Join a dynamic and supportive musculoskeletal physiotherapy team
• Rotate every six months across inpatient and outpatient services
• Work in a leading tertiary teaching hospital committed to clinical excellence, research and education

About the Role

An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and motivated Grade 2 Physiotherapist to join the Physiotherapy Department at St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne.

Based at our Fitzroy campus, you will provide high-quality physiotherapy assessment, treatment and management for patients across orthopaedics, plastics and rheumatology. This rotational position offers six-monthly rotations between inpatient and outpatient musculoskeletal services, providing excellent opportunities to broaden your clinical skills and experience. In addition to delivering excellent patient care, you will contribute to student education, supervise Grade 1 physiotherapists and Allied Health Assistants, and play an active leadership role within the department. Applications are welcomed from current Grade 2 Physiotherapists, or experienced Grade 1 Physiotherapists ready to take the next step in their career. Postgraduate qualifications in musculoskeletal physiotherapy or a related field will be highly regarded. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, progressive team that values evidence-based practice, innovation, research and ongoing professional development. Applicants must hold, or be eligible for, registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia (AHPRA).

Classification: VB1–VB4 ($90,235.60 - $103,724.40 per annum, pro rata for part time).

Your Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality physiotherapy assessment, treatment and management for musculoskeletal inpatients and outpatients.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans, including patient education and discharge planning.
• Communicate assessment findings and treatment outcomes effectively with medical, nursing and allied health teams through documentation and clinical handover.
• Supervise and support undergraduate and postgraduate physiotherapy students, Grade 1 physiotherapists and Allied Health Assistants.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, service development and evidence-based practice within the department.

About You

You will bring:

• Recent experience managing musculoskeletal patients within an acute healthcare setting.
• Strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills.
• A collaborative approach and demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience supervising students and/or junior staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A commitment to continuous quality improvement, professional development and delivering patient-centred care.

Why Join St Vincent's?

At St Vincent's, we are committed to supporting our people to thrive both professionally and personally. We offer:

• A supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Ongoing professional development and education opportunities.
• Regular wellbeing initiatives and employee support programs.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• Work-life balance, including a monthly Accrued Day Off for full-time employees.
• Access to Fitness Passport.
• Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay.
• A central Fitzroy location, close to Melbourne's CBD, public transport, cafes and parking.
• Employee discounts and benefits through the St Vincent's Foundation.
• A culture that encourages innovation, learning and continuous improvement.

About the Physiotherapy Department

The Physiotherapy Department provides high-quality services across acute, subacute and outpatient settings. Working within multidisciplinary teams, we deliver evidence-based assessment, treatment and rehabilitation to optimise patient outcomes. We are committed to excellence in clinical care, education, research and service innovation.

Working at St Vincent's

St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne is a leading teaching, research and tertiary referral health service providing a broad range of adult clinical services. Guided by our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence, we are committed to delivering outstanding care to our community.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position may close earlier than the advertised closing date if a suitable applicant is identified. We warmly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, abilities and experiences. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. For more information about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment at St Vincent's, please visit our website. Successful applicants will be required to meet St Vincent's vaccination and immunisation requirements in accordance with relevant public health directions and organisational policy.

For further information, please contact:

Elizabeth Villalta
Grade 4 Musculoskeletal Team Lead
Elizabeth.Villalta@svha.org.au