Community Rehab & Exercise Pra...
Date: 19 Feb 2026
Location: Foster, VIC, 3960
Company: Gippsland Health Alliance
Position Vacant
Exercise and Community Rehabilitation Practitioner
0.84 EFT – Part time, fixed term parental leave position (From 11/3/26 until 6/4/27)
Exercise Physiologist or Physiotherapist, Grade 2
A vacancy exists in our Community Care team to provide high quality assessment and intervention to maximise the functional independence, health, safety and quality of life of community-based clients.
A strong knowledge and skill base, with a commitment to patient-centred care, collaborative practice and evidence-based knowledge contributes to positive client outcomes and service development.
This role is suitable for either a qualified Exercise Physiologist or Physiotherapist with exercise therapy and rehabilitation skills or interests. This position will commence in March 2026.
Key selection criteria for this role includes:
- Experience as a Physiotherapist or Exercise Physiologist, with demonstrated clinical knowledge, assessment and intervention skills in an acute, rehabilitation and / or community setting relevant to a Grade 2 position.
- Ability to provide high quality coordinated exercise and/or rehab services in the community setting in association with other clinicians, the client, family and carers.
- Experience facilitating group-based interventions (desirable)
- Well-developed verbal, written and IT communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to set priorities and work collaboratively or autonomously in an efficient manner to meet requirements of the role
- Experience in teaching, directing and supervising AHAs, Grade 1 AHPs and/or students (desirable)
- Evidence of professional supervision and/or professional development
- Demonstrated ability to competently maintain documentation and statistical data
For a Position Description outlining in more detail the key result areas and selection criteria for this role refer to SGH Website https://southgippslandhospital.com.au/employment/
Enquires to the Allied Health Manager, Madeline Stewart on 5683 9782 or madeline.stewart@sghs.com.au.
Applications must include:
- a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria within the position description
- a current resume outlining relevant experience
Applications to be submitted to Shianne Murray, HR Manager. Applications to be reviewed on submission. HR@sghs.com.au. Applications close 28 February 2026.
SGH is an equal employment opportunity employer. We recognise and value all abilities, inclusion and diversity and encourage all people from culturally, linguistically and other diverse backgrounds to apply for our positions. SGH will consider Flexible Working Arrangements and can provide short term accommodation at competitive rates if required.