Job Description
Shape Lives. Advance Your Career.
Join Epworth Richmond’s renowned acute physiotherapy team and make a real difference every day!
An exciting opportunity exists for a full-time permanent, Grade 2 Physiotherapist to join the acute allied health team at Richmond.
In this full-time Grade 2 Physiotherapist role, you will be responsible for the provision of physiotherapy services in a 26 bed ICU as well as rotating across the cardiac, CCU, head and neck, thoracic and vascular wards. This role also involves participation in the supervision of junior rotating staff and students as well as involvement in quality initiatives. The working hours are Monday to Friday, 8am - 4pm and weekends are 1 in 3-4 (same hours) with rostered weekdays off in lieu.
Why You’ll Love This Role
Epworth is committed to excellence in patient care and supporting our people through education, career development, and access to cutting-edge facilities.
You’ll make a real impact by:
Providing a high standard of individually tailored clinical care
Integrating allied health into the clinical care team within the inpatient ward
Collaborating with other health clinicians to develop and grow services based on best practice
Provision of supervision of junior staff and students to support growth and learning
Demonstrating excellent communication skills
Effectively managing a mixed clinical caseload
Participating in personal and professional development opportunities
Demonstrating involvement and participation in quality improvement initiatives and projects
What We’re Looking For:
At least 2 years acute hospital experience in the areas of ICU and cardiorespiratory physiotherapy
Excellent communication skills and an ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
A flexible mindset to meet the many clinical needs of patients
The natural ability to be proactive and responsive to changing patient profiles and service demands
An ability to participate in rotating rosters, including some weekend shifts
Early applications are encouraged – apply today and take the next step in your physiotherapy career!
Position Description Inherent Requirements
About Epworth Richmond
Epworth Richmond is a rapidly growing, fast-paced and dynamic teaching hospital where you will work alongside highly skilled practitioners in all areas. You will challenge your skills, broaden your experience, and grow your expertise through exposure to a wide range of clinical specialties, treatment options and the latest in technology. Epworth will support you to provide the best possible care to our patients by continually investing in your education, better facilities, and technologies.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy) or equivalent as recognised by the Australian Physiotherapy Council
Current physiotherapy registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Additional Information
Why Join Epworth?
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 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 pay
Discounted private health insurance
Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia!
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.
If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.
Ready to Make a Difference?
To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.
For more information about the role, refer to the attached position description or contact [email protected] or call (03) 9426 0606. Advertising to continue until the role is filled.
Apply now....we have over 8,000 perspectives at Epworth and we’re ready to welcome yours!
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.
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.
