Physiotherapist Grade 3 - Orthopaedic Inpatient Senior Lead at St Vincents Health Australia Group Support Services

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Sep, 26

Salary

118981.0

Posted On

11 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Leadership, Orthopaedic Physiotherapy, Staff Supervision, Quality Improvement, Clinical Education, Multidisciplinary Collaboration, Patient Assessment, Research, Case Management, Discharge Planning, Acute Healthcare Management, Interpersonal Communication

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description: Part Time (31 hours per week) Fixed Term until 19 March 2027 Senior Leadership Opportunity Friendly and Dynamic Team Environment About the Role An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and motivated physiotherapist to join the St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne Physiotherapy Department as the Orthopaedic Inpatient Senior Lead. Working within our musculoskeletal team, you will provide high-quality physiotherapy services to patients within the Orthopaedic, Rheumatology and Plastics Units at our Fitzroy campus. This senior role combines advanced clinical practice with leadership responsibilities, including team coordination, staff supervision, quality improvement and research. You will play a key leadership role within both the Physiotherapy Department and the Orthopaedic multidisciplinary team, supporting service excellence and driving innovation in patient care. This is an outstanding opportunity for a physiotherapist who is passionate about leadership, clinical excellence, education and research to join a progressive and collaborative team. Classifications for this position will be VB7 – VC1 ($104,135 - $118,981 per annum, pro rata for part time). Key Responsibilities Provide leadership and coordination of the musculoskeletal inpatient physiotherapy team. Deliver expert assessment and physiotherapy management for patients within the Orthopaedic, Rheumatology and Plastics Units. Lead and support quality improvement and research initiatives within the musculoskeletal team. Coordinate and oversee the Orthopaedic weekend service. Supervise and support physiotherapists, Allied Health Assistants and undergraduate students. Manage the clinical education program for undergraduate physiotherapy students. Provide specialist physiotherapy consultancy across the hospital as required. Participate in multidisciplinary ward rounds, meetings and discharge planning activities. Your Contribution To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate: Current registration, or eligibility for registration, with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia. A minimum of seven years' post-graduate physiotherapy experience. Extensive experience in physiotherapy management within an acute healthcare setting. Demonstrated leadership experience, including supervision and professional development of physiotherapists, students and support staff. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams. A commitment to evidence-based practice, service improvement and research. Desirable: Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant area of physiotherapy, or current enrolment towards a postgraduate qualification. What We Offer At St Vincent's, we are committed to supporting our people to achieve their professional and personal goals. Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay. Access to Fitness Passport, offering discounted entry to a wide range of fitness facilities. Wellbeing initiatives, programs and events. Confidential employee counselling services. Professional development opportunities and career progression pathways. Discounts and promotions through the St Vincent's Foundation. A culture of continuous improvement, innovation and collaboration. Convenient Fitzroy location, close to Melbourne CBD, public transport, cafes and parking options. About the Physiotherapy Department The Physiotherapy Department delivers high-quality services across acute, sub-acute and outpatient settings. Working within multidisciplinary teams, physiotherapists provide assessment, treatment and therapeutic interventions that optimise patient outcomes and maximise function. The department is committed to excellence in evidence-based clinical care, research, education and professional development. Working at St Vincent's St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service providing a diverse range of adult clinical services. Guided by our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence, we are committed to delivering exceptional care while fostering innovation, education and research. Application Please attach your resume and cover letter as part of your application. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly, as the advertisement may close early if a suitable candidate is identified. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is central to our mission, and we value a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. Please visit our website for further information regarding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM. SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases in healthcare settings. Successful applicants may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations and vaccinations, including annual influenza vaccination. Contact Elizabeth Villalta Grade 4 Musculoskeletal Team Lead elizabeth.villalta@svha.org.au Closing Date: 12 July 2026 11:59pm Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au View Reconciliation Action Plan Code of Conduct: View Code of Conduct Set up Job Alerts to see future opportunities that interest you. New users can click Create Account from the Sign-in screen. St Vincent’s Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent’s is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead’s vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent’s Health Australia is today the nation’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent’s family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more. Click Forgot your password? from the Sign-in screen and follow the instructions to reset.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate the musculoskeletal inpatient physiotherapy team while providing expert clinical management for Orthopaedic, Rheumatology, and Plastics patients. Oversee quality improvement, research initiatives, and the clinical education program for undergraduate students.