Grade 4 Physiotherapist - Critical Care and Surgical Services

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Physiotherapist Grade 4 Critical Care and Surgical Services – Casey and Dandenong Hospitals 

Embark on a rewarding career and be part of a team where your dedication makes a difference in people’s lives. 

About the Role: 

Join our team as a Grade 4 Critical Care and Surgical Services Physiotherapist – Casey and Dandenong Hospitals on a full time (part time considered) parental leave backfill until October 2025.  

In this important role, you will work closely with the Head of Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology & Neurophysiology Science, Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology Manager, Medical Directors and Nursing Managers and your specific responsibilities will include: 

• Coordinating and developing the bed-based physiotherapy critical care and surgical services across Casey and Dandenong Hospitals 

• Providing expert clinical knowledge and evidence-based physiotherapy management of patients admitted to Casey and Dandenong Hospitals in the Intensive Care Unit and through to the acute wards 

• Leading physiotherapy clinical research, quality and teaching activities including development and implementation of competency-based assessments 

• Promoting and developing the physiotherapy service by building strong partnerships across Monash Health, with other health networks nationally and internationally, and with key teaching organisations 

About Us: 

Monash Health Physiotherapy is a dynamic service with dedicated, highly skilled physiotherapists. As a member of the Casey and Dandenong Hospitals Senior Leadership Team, we are committed to working with you to become your professional best. We offer clinical education sessions, training on the job and career progression to enable you to further develop your clinical and leadership skills. 

By joining Monash Health’s physiotherapy team as the Grade 4 Critical Care and Surgical Services Physiotherapist, you will be welcomed into a positive and supportive environment, passionate about delivering critical care and surgical physiotherapy care to a diverse and growing local community. 

We guarantee that no two days will be the same. 

About You:  

To ensure your success in this role you will bring the following demonstrated skills, experience and knowledge: 

• Extensive experience in physiotherapy assessment, intervention, case management and discharge planning across the continuum of care including those in ICU, on cardiac surgery and cardiology wards as well as across multiple surgical cohorts 

• Advanced knowledge in the application of evidence and theory to practice in the area of Critical Care and Surgical Physiotherapy 

• Ability to develop and lead professional development of undergraduate, professional and postgraduate physiotherapists as well as the wider multidisciplinary team 

On a personal level, you will demonstrate: 

• Advanced level of recognised clinical leadership experience in an acute physiotherapy service including service development and leading others through change 

• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to develop and deliver safe, consumer focused care 

• Previous experience leading both formal research projects and quality improvement activities 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills 

• Advanced skills in organisation, time management, planning and priority setting 

Mandatory requirements of the role:  

• Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy) or equivalent. 

• Relevant post graduate qualifications 

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) 

In Return 

You’ll be joining Victoria’s largest healthcare network and be a part of: - 

• a passionate team dedicated to making a difference to the health of Victorians 

• a friendly, flexible work environment 

• an organisation offering unique opportunities for education, career growth and support 

• mentorship from a highly experienced and respected team 

For a confidential discussion and to explore the opportunity further, please call Elyssa McDowell, Manager of Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology - Dandenong & Casey Hospitals, on 0419 697 218.

Position Description can be found here

Position Role Statment can be found here

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’

Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date. 

Applications close: 22 November 2024