Physiotherapist (Grade 2), Palliative Care at Barwon South West

Ocean Grove, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Physiotherapy Assessment, Treatment, Review, Palliative Care, Clinical Caseload Management, Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration, Accurate Documentation, Service Improvement, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Conflict Resolution, Influencing Others, Facilitating Open Discussions, Independent Work, Culturally Safe Practice

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Employment Type - Permanent Part Time Hours per fortnight - 48 Job Category - Other Professionals - Allied Health Assistant Req Id - 7506 Build your career with Victoria’s largest regional health service Join a supportive, high-performing team making a real community impact Permanent part-time role | 48 hours per fortnight | five weeks leave & salary packaging About the role We are seeking a Grade 2 Physiotherapist to join the Palliative Care Program at Barwon Health. You will provide compassionate, person-centred physiotherapy care to people living with a life-limiting illness, supporting comfort, mobility, symptom management, and quality of life. The role delivers services across inpatient and community palliative care settings and works closely within a multidisciplinary team Key responsibilities Deliver evidence-based physiotherapy assessment, treatment, and review in palliative care Manage an independent clinical caseload across inpatient and community settings Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support coordinated care Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to service improvement activities What we’re looking for Current AHPRA registration as a Physiotherapist and eligibility for Grade 2 classification Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and in a team Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and other health service providers, conflict resolution, influencing others, and facilitating open discussions. Ability to work independently, consult and collaborate with others to deliver outcomes in an inclusive and culturally safe way Position Description Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services. Barwon Health staff benefits Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program Extensive professional development opportunities Attractive salary packaging benefits Living expenses capped at $9,010 Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650 For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here Diversity and inclusion Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community. Child safety We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards Additional information If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au All appointments are subject to: Satisfactory Police Record Check Immunisation Status Clearance Working with Children Check (if applicable) To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email. Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged. Contact person: Matt Ely Email: matthew.ely@barwonhealth.org.auPhone: (03) 42155700 Application closing date: 27, February 2026 Internal applicants: If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers cage through One Point (intranet) before applying. Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.

Responsibilities

The role involves delivering evidence-based physiotherapy assessment, treatment, and review for people with life-limiting illnesses across inpatient and community palliative care settings. Key duties include managing an independent clinical caseload and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, person-centred care.