Senior Physiotherapist Grade 3 - Community Rehabilitation
Springvale, VIC, AU, 3171
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Help shape the future of healthcare at Monash Health and embark on a rewarding career where your dedication makes a difference in people’s lives.
About the Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Physiotherapist to work in our Community Rehabilitation Program on a full-time, fixed-term basis until June 2027. Predominately based at Dandenong Springvale Community Rehabilitation.
This role is ideal for an experienced Physiotherapist looking to take the next step into leadership and who thrives in a fast paced setting, enjoys diversity and variety and is passionate about achieving positive health outcomes for our clients. Being responsible for working within the Community Rehabilitation and leading delegated responsibilities to provide best practice patient care, achieve maximal operational effectiveness, develop organisational competencies, and create strong partnerships within and outside Monash Health. The Senior Clinician is a core part of the community rehabilitation leadership team along with the Team leader as well as integral part of the multidisciplinary team.
The key responsibilities also include leading and participating in teaching and supervision of students, mentoring and/or supervision of staff, research and quality clinical project activities and administrative responsibilities and portfolios as delegated.
This role will see you:
- Provide clinical leadership and expertise, ensuring that the Physiotherapy service within the team is coordinated, priotised and fairly distributed
- Provide clinical education and supervision for Physiotherapy and students
- Provide high levels of specialist knowledge, secondary consultation, advice or guidance to other clinicians to support safe and effective consumer-centred care
- Support the manager and senior clinicians in the provision of leadership in a multidisciplinary setting
- Support leadership to achieve sustainable delivery of services within budgeted resources
About Us
Join the vibrant team at Monash Health Community Rehabilitation, where you'll work alongside dedicated and highly skilled Physiotherapists in a collaborative and positive environment. As part of a well-integrated team focused on multidisciplinary care, you will have the opportunity to grow and develop in your career, with a strong emphasis on providing excellent patient-centered care.
As a member of the larger Monash Health Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology network, you'll enjoy access to a wealth of professional development opportunities, ongoing support, and the chance to collaborate with a team of experts offering both broad and specialized clinical experience. This role is well-supported by Community Rehabilitation Leadership Team and Physiotherapy Department, allowing you to work closely with a passionate and inclusive team who share a commitment to delivering outstanding, evidence-based care for patients and their families.
About You
To thrive in this role you will bring:
- Your forward thinking approach to care - your ideas matter to us
- Enthusiasm for working in a multifaceted role
- Advanced clinical reasoning skills
- 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 Physiotherapy, Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy) or recognised equivalent degree
- Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) – Physiotherapy Board of Australia (practicing, no restrictions)
- Working towards, or completion, of relevant post graduate study
- Member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association, including involvement in relevant Special Interest Group/s
- Current driver’s license
In Return
As a valued member of the Monash Health team, you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and career progression, including:
- Salary packaging – increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options
- Professional development – access to ongoing training, education, and leadership opportunities to support your career growth
- Supportive team environment – work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence
- Employee wellbeing – benefit from a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), staff wellbeing initiatives, and a strong focus on work-life balance
- Career mobility – opportunities to work across Victoria’s largest public health service with a wide range of roles and career pathways
- Diverse and inclusive workplace – join an organisation that celebrates and embraces diversity and fosters a culture of respect and belonging
At Monash Health, you’ll be making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities while advancing your career in a leading healthcare organisation.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Thanh Huynh, Community Rehabilitation Program Manager on 0429 857 713.
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: 28 July, 2026.