Physiotherapist - Musculoskeletal

Position Title Physiotherapist - Musculoskeletal
Internal Only This position is open to employees of Eastern Health only
Employment Type Temporary Full Time
Location Box Hill Hospital
Award Classification Health Professionals (01) - Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026 - PHYSIO GR 2 YR 4
Hours (per fortnight) 80
Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted
The successful applicant to this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment Police Check.
Position Summary
Physiotherapist - Musculoskeletal

• Temporary Full-time until September 2024 with monthly day off
• Box Hill Hospital (close to cafes & shops)
• Generous salary + super + salary packaging

Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.
About the role
An opportunity to join the Acute Musculoskeletal physiotherapy outpatient services to support the provision of assessment and therapy for our patients referred from Emergency, acute bed based orthopaedic services post a hospital admission, Advance Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Orthopaedic Specialist Clinics.
The successful applicant will join a well-established team of experience musculoskeletal physiotherapists, with a robust clinical supervision program supported by Grade 3 and Grade 4 physiotherapists.
About you
You will be a dynamic, enthusiastic team player within physiotherapy and multidisciplinary teams, actively seeking to collaborate with others to improve outcomes & experiences for your patients. You will actively seek to support and collaborate with service improvement being undertaken by Grade 3 and Grade 4 Clinical Lead within Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.
To be successful in this role you will possess:
Essential:

• Recognised physiotherapy qualification
• Significant clinical experience in the physiotherapy management of acute musculoskeletal conditions and orthopaedic rehabilitation (both conservative and post-operative)
• Current Physiotherapy registration with AHPRA
• A strong commitment to high quality best evidence care
• Demonstration of a drive to learn in this environment
• Excellent organisational skills - demonstrating opportunities to improve and change
• High level communication skills – both written and oral

Desirable:

• Relevant Post graduate qualification completed, commenced or demonstrated intention to commence
• Previous experience as a Physiotherapist Grade 2

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.
Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range !

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps
If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!
Please note:

• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.
Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the .
Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day
**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**
Selection Criteria Essential: Full registration as a Physiotherapist with AHPRA
Essential: Qualifications and experience fit with key essential criteria, the major duties and responsibilities as specified in the position description and advertisement
Contact Person Judy Bottrell
Contact Number (0_) ____ ____
Contact Email judith.bottrell@easternhealth.org.au
Alternate Contact Person Sue Parslow
Alternate Contact Number (04) 6642 4634
Alternate Contact Email sue.parslow@easternhealth.org.au
Closing Date 25/02/2024
Position Description PD G2 Physiotherapist July 2023.pdf
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Please note that this position will close at 11:45pm on the closing date.
Please ensure your application is added before this time as we do not accept late applications.