Physiotherapist - Paediatrics

Reference Number: 769Job Title: Physiotherapist - PaediatricsEmployment Type: Fixed-Term, Part-Time (parental leave replacement) until March 2025Hours per Fortnight: 40
Location: Community Health - Corio Street, SheppartonClosing date: 07/06/2024About GV Health:At Goulburn Valley Health we pride ourselves on delivering person-centred care. We aim to enhance patient experience through improved service access, developing partnerships, meeting growth in demand, implementing innovative service models and ensuring workforce flexibility.Click to find out more information about GV Health and our services.Click to find out more from our staff about a career and lifestyle at GV Health.Our RegionGreat things happen here! Follow the link to find out what its like to live, work and play in our wonderful region:About the Role: Community Health Paediatric PhysiotherapistThe Community Health Programs operate from GV Health's Corio Street Campus and provide a range of services and to both adult and paediatric consumers living within the Goulburn Valley region. These include Nutrition & Dietetics, Healthy Mothers/Healthy Babies Outreach Program, Health Promotion, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Sexual Health Nursing, Speech Pathology and Self Management Support services.An exciting opportunity is available for an enthusiastic and experienced Paediatric Physiotherapist to join our supportive multidisciplinary Community Health team. You will be responsible for the delivery of physiotherapy assessment and therapeutic management for paediatric consumers presenting with a variety of musculoskeletal, neurological and developmental conditions. As part of the Community Health Team, you will work alongside established clinicians and be supported by our Team Assistants. Services are delivered primarily in our modern clinic-based setting.We are looking for

• Experience in providing physiotherapy assessment, treatment and advice for children presenting with a variety of conditions
• Sound clinical reasoning skills and comprehensive understanding of the assessment and treatment of a range of musculoskeletal and neurological presentations.
• Well-developed time management and problem solving skills to prioritise tasks and ensure efficient physiotherapy practice.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including an ability to liaise with a wide range of internal and external providers.

As part of our busy team you will:

• Develop your skills to further your career in a supportive environment
• Be supported by our experienced multidisciplinary team
• Be supported to attend professional development courses
• Be an important part of a vibrant and happy team

Position Description:Why work at GV Health?

• Free

to personally welcome and connect you to our wonderful community * Generous
, subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships * Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance

• Paid parental leave
• Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals
• A confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved ones
• Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discounts
• Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition program

GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged.Three (3) COVID-19 vaccination doses are a mandatory requirement for all roles and seasonal Influenza vaccination (where mandated). Further pre-employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to; Working with Children's Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, further immunisations. Further details of pre-employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request.GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements.Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.