Physiotherapist (Grade 2)

Latrobe Regional Health is a leading provider of health care services across the Gippsland Region

About the role

Are you seeking a rewarding and diverse Physiotherapist (Grade 2) role in a leading regional hospital? Join the Physiotherapy team at Latrobe Regional Health, where we value our employees by providing a safe and supportive workplace culture that enables you to thrive. 

Latrobe Regional Health is looking for Physiotherapist (Grade 2) to join our growing team on a full time (1.0EFT) fixed term basis until July 2027 (Parental leave coverage).

The Physiotherapist (Grade 2) provides and coordinates high-quality physiotherapy services to patients within designated clinical areas. This role delivers person-centred, evidence-based care while supporting service efficiency and clinical excellence. In addition to managing a clinical caseload, the position provides supervision and support to Grade 1 Physiotherapists, Allied Health Assistants and students, contributing to workforce development, quality improvement initiatives and the ongoing advancement of physiotherapy services within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.

Working Together | We will respond to challenges together to create a safe, quality health service

The role of the Physiotherapist (Grade 2) is to:

• Deliver high‑quality physiotherapy services through assessment, intervention and evaluation of patient care in line with best‑practice standards and evidence‑based guidelines.
• Manage an individual caseload while supporting multidisciplinary care coordination, including active participation in team meetings and patient goal setting.
• Coordinate physiotherapy services within a designated area, providing direction, supervision and clinical support to Grade 1 Physiotherapists, Allied Health Assistants and students.
• Ensure accurate, timely and compliant clinical documentation, including use of outcome measures to monitor patient progress and service effectiveness.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, including development and review of clinical practices, policies and risk management processes aligned with NSQHS standards.
• Support education and professional development through staff training, student supervision, participation in in‑services and promotion of continuous learning within the physiotherapy team.

About you

Ideal candidates for this role will have:

• A Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy) or equivalent, with current AHPRA registration and eligibility for Australian Physiotherapy Association membership.
• Demonstrated clinical expertise with the ability to manage a complex caseload and deliver high‑quality physiotherapy interventions.
• Strong organisational, time‑management and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to prioritise work and manage competing demands.
• Experience or capability in supervising and supporting junior staff, students and Allied Health Assistants.
• A commitment to evidence‑based practice, quality improvement and ongoing professional development.

Latrobe Regional Health offers a range of benefits including:

• Salary packaging up to $9,000 per annum.
• Meals/Entertainment benefit up to $2,650 per annum.
• Encouragement for professional development and ongoing education.
• A range of social club activities, discounts and diverse workplace activities.
• Free access to our Staff Wellbeing Centre offering health education and wellbeing
• Access to discounted gym membership and fitness services through Fitness Passport Services.

Interested about this exciting opportunity, but want more information? We encourage you to contact Amanda Alton, Physiotherapy Manager email on Amanda.Alton@lrh.com.au for a confidential discussion.

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About us

Located in the picturesque region of Gippsland, Latrobe Regional Health (LRH) offers the perfect balance between career and lifestyle. Enjoy easy access to Melbourne, stunning beaches, majestic mountains, and serene lakes. With flexible working hours, you can make the most of what Gippsland has to offer.

LRH cares for a population of about 300,000 and is the regional provider of specialist services. Our catchment covers 42,000 square kilometres, from Phillip Island to Mallacoota in the far east of Victoria. LRH offers cardiac care, surgery, medical, renal, emergency care, aged care, women's and children's services, pharmacy, allied health and rehabilitation. Medical and radiation oncology are offered by the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre.

Now is an exciting time to join the LRH team, with the $223.5 million expansion completed in March 2024, offering improved maternity and paediatric facilities, larger intensive care unit, increased medical and surgical beds and additional operating theatres.

Diversity and inclusion

We embrace workforce diversity and actively encourage applications from across our community including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of all genders and gender identities and people with disabilities. LRH's Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants and can be contacted via email: AboriginalHealthUnit@lrh.com.au 

How to apply

Join us in our mission to provide exceptional healthcare services to our community. Apply today and make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families. Please click the APPLY button to be directed to our Careers page for direct application. Applications should include a cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and current resume.

Applications Close: 05 June 2026

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Before commencement, the successful applicant will

Provide evidence of an original and valid National Police Record Check, an employee Working with Children Check, and a current season influenza vaccine (if applicable to work area), unless a valid medical exemption applies.