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.

An exciting opportunity exists for a Grade 2 Physiotherapist to join our highly valued Allied Health team at Epworth Geelong for a fixed-term role (12 months parental leave cover). 

Commencing in late 2023/early 2024 the successful applicant will have the opportunity to contribute to our programs in acute care and outpatient rehabilitation.  At Epworth Geelong our physiotherapists provide care to patients in the Emergency Department, ICU, acute wards, inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient rehabilitation services. Patient profiles include but are not limited to, orthopaedics, neurology, cardiorespiratory, general medical, surgical, oncology, pelvic health and pain management.

The successful applicant will possess sound clinical credentials as well as demonstrated contributions to quality improvement. 

Having access to ongoing professional development opportunities as well as links to our wider team within our Epworth network, this is a fantastic opportunity not to be missed!

About Epworth Geelong

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.

You will make an impact by:

• Delivering excellence in clinical care aligned with best practice
• Demonstrating an innovative and proactive approach to problem solving
• Confidently liaising with all stakeholders to ensure patient care is optimised 
• Demonstrating an excellent work ethic and a desire to do your best each day
• Providing supervision to junior staff and students

To be successful in this role you will have: 

• At least 2 years of experience working as a physiotherapist in a hospital setting
• Physiotherapy skills in acute clinical care and/or outpatient rehabilitation
• Excellent communication skills and an ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
• Proven ability to manage a busy clinical load
• Excellent time management skills and a high attention to detail in all aspects of your work
• The ability to effectively manage a varied clinical caseload with additional responsibilities including staff & student supervision as well as quality improvement activities

Position Description       Inherent Requirements

Early applications are encouraged with advertising to continue until the role is filled.

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 pay
• Discounted private health insurance
• Reduced 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 [email protected] or phone (03) 9426 0606.

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had COVID-19 vaccinations, including where recommended by public health authorities and booster vaccinations.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and 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