Specialist Clinics - Continence Specialist (Physiotherapist or Clinical Nurse Consultant)
Dandenong, VIC, AU, 3175
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Community Continence Clinic | Part-time 0.8 EFT (64 hours per fortnight) | Fixed-term until March 2027
About the Role
Are you a Nurse or Physiotherapist with a passion for continence care? An exciting opportunity is available for a Continence Specialist to join the Continence Service within Specialist Clinics. Based at Monash Health's Thomas Street, Dandenong, this is a part time (0.6 EFT) fixed-term position, until March 25027 and also offers the opportunity to travel to other Monash Health sites as required.
This opportunity is open to either a Clinical Nurse Consultant or Physiotherapist (Grade 2 or 3). You will be part of the wider Monash Health service, with access to all the benefits that offers: professional development, broad and specialised clinical experience. You will be well supported by the wider Multidisciplinary team, offering autonomy and flexibility in your work.
In this role you will play a key role in delivering best practice, patient-centred care and offers the chance to:
- Provide specialist continence assessment, management, and treatment for clients through the Monash Health Community Continence Service
- Manage your own independent caseload with a focus on pelvic floor, bladder, and bowel dysfunction
- Monitor and evaluate client outcomes to ensure care meets both best practice standards and community expectations
- Develop, implement, and educate clients in individualised pelvic floor rehabilitation programs
- Collaborate across services to build strong internal and external partnerships
This is a fantastic opportunity for a clinician with excellent clinical skills, a commitment to evidence-based practice, and a passion for improving the way health services are delivered to our community.
About Us
The Continence Service is an outpatient service within the Specialist Clinics. We are a dynamic and multidisciplinary team of specialist clinicians passionate about continence management. As a member of the Monash Health continence service and broader teams, whether that be Nursing or Physiotherapy, 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. Come and join a highly functioning multidisciplinary service that provides high quality evidenced based care to one of Melbourne's fastest growing regions. The Health Independence Program funded continence service is an innovative multidisciplinary team who will welcome your fresh ideas and approaches. Working with one of the largest continence teams in Victoria you will have opportunities to work with and learn from a variety of health professionals including geriatricians, senior physiotherapists, clinical nurse consultants and a dietician in a supportive environment.
About You
To ensure your success in this role you will bring the following demonstrated skills, experience and knowledge:
- Experience managing complex continence clients across an episode of care
- Enthusiasm for working in a specialised multidisciplinary team
- Ability to supervise junior staff and contribute to peer based learning
- Exposure to quality and research initiatives
- Demonstrated commitment to best practice care
- Ambition to grow your clinical skills and expand your knowledge
- Your proactive and team player attitude
- Your strong communication and interpersonal skills
Mandatory requirements of the role:
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy) or equivalent, current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
OR
- Bachelor of Nursing - Registered with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia via AHPRA with meeting recency of practice criteria
- Post Graduate Certificate in Continence Management
Why Join Us?
Because helping someone regain their confidence, independence and quality of life is more than just a job – it's the reason we do what we do.
At Monash Health, we know that continence care can be life-changing. Behind every assessment and treatment plan is a person who wants to feel comfortable, confident and in control of their everyday life. As part of our Community Continence Service, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to people's lives, while being supported to grow and thrive in your own career.
You'll join one of Victoria's largest continence teams, surrounded by passionate and experienced clinicians who share your commitment to delivering compassionate, person-centred care.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Gabby Pragnaratne, Clinic Lead Continence Service on 0447 721 862.
Position Description documents can be found here.
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement. Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do. We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
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.
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: 1 November 2026