Physiotherapist

Physiotherapist – Grade 2

Physiotherapy Team

Permanent Part time, up to 32 hours per fortnight

Casual opportunities also available

Allied Health Professionals, Grade 2 ($45.66579 to $52.49211 per hour), dependent on skills and experience

No two days are the same as a Physiotherapist.  An exciting opportunity exists to join our Physiotherapy team at West Gippsland Healthcare Group.  We have a team of experienced, dynamic and supportive Grade 1, 2 and 3 Physiotherapists and Allied Health Assistants to assist you with career development, help you through the challenges and most importantly, to provide high quality care to our community.   We are located in a purpose-built Allied Health / Community Rehabilitation Centre situated at West Gippsland Hospital.

This is a permanent part time position of 16 hours per week / 32 hours per fortnight.  Casual positions are also available.  Casuals are employed on an ‘as needs’ basis to backfill leave and extra shifts on days and weekends. Casual positions do not include regular hours.

Physiotherapy services include the following areas:

• Acute inpatient units including Surgical, Orthopaedics, Paediatrics, Medical and Maternity
• Emergency Department and Short Stay Unit
• Sub-Acute Unit:  GEM and TCP
• Aged Care Services (Cooinda at WGHG, Andrews House in Trafalgar)
• Community Rehabilitation Service, Prehabilitation and Outpatients
• Rehabilitation Groups including: Cardiac Rehab, Pulmonary Rehab, Parkinsons Group, Hip and Knee Groups and Strength and Balance Group
• Community and Allied Health Team (Domiciliary Service)

Physiotherapists who are interested in working in community rehabilitation and have experience in this area are particularly encouraged to apply. 

Our physiotherapy department encourages and supports staff attending professional development activities. All staff participate in a supervision program where support and mentoring are provided.

This is a great opportunity for a physiotherapist to continue to develop a range of skills and experience in a supported and dynamic team environment while enjoying a fantastic lifestyle exploring beautiful Gippsland. 

The preferred candidate will have

• A Degree in Physiotherapy
• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) - Physiotherapy Board
• Current Victorian Driver’s Licence
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working in Aged Care
• The ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to work across multiple areas of the health care service (acute, subacute, outpatients)

IMPORTANT: Some roles in the healthcare sector are required to be vaccinated annually for Influenza (unless a valid exemption applies). Evidence of vaccination (or exemption) will be required to be provided prior to commencement.

About our organisation

Did you know that Warragul hospital is a stress-free commute along the freeway from the south eastern suburbs? What's more, the Baw Baw Shire is one of the fastest-growing Local Government Areas in the country.

While our hospital may be ageing, our most precious asset is not the building but the exceptional quality of care delivered by our remarkable staff. Joining us means becoming part of a team that's more than just colleagues; we're a friendly and welcoming family. At West Gippsland Healthcare Group, we believe in caring for our community because we are the community.

At West Gippsland Healthcare Group, we take pride in our commitment to fostering diversity and equality within our team. We warmly welcome applications from every corner of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, those from culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTI community, and those with first-hand experience of living with a disability. Your unique perspective and background are valuable to us, and we look forward to your application.

Who wouldn't want to be part of such a remarkable journey? So, dust off your CV and prepare to embark on an inspiring career with us here at West Gippsland Health. Your future awaits!

West Gippsland Healthcare Group staff benefits include:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Professional development
• Access to employee assistance program
• Salary packaging
• Free Parking

Working with us

All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, a NDIS Worker Screening Clearance and a current Employee Working with Children Check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments.

Further details and how to apply

Further information is contained in the Position Description. Applications are to be submitted by selecting 'Apply Now' and should include a current CV and cover letter. Responses to the selection criteria are recommended/optional. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide at least 2 (for external) professional referees. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have any further queries, please contact Kristy Dougheney, Physiotherapy Manager on 03 5623 0640 or via email Kristy.dougheney@wghg.com.au.

Applications close: 08 December 2026* (applications may close earlier)

* Applications will be reviewed as they are received. This position will remain open for a minimum of seven (7) days for internal advertised positions OR fourteen (14) days for externally advertised positions from the date of advertisement and may close earlier than the listed closing date if a suitable candidate/s are identified.

As an inclusive employer, committed to improving diversity and equity in our workforce, we encourage applications from all parts of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTI people, and people with lived experience of disability.

As a Child Safe organisation, West Gippsland Healthcare Group promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with disability.