LOCUM Coverage - Physiotherapist Aged Care - Cheltenham and/or Mornington, VIC

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An exciting short-term locum opportunity is available for a Physiotherapist with experience in Aged Care to join our Residential Care Services team in Cheltenham and or Mornington, VIC. This role is perfect for someone looking to make a real difference in the lives of clients while gaining flexible, hands‑on experience in a supportive and dynamic workplace.
Start Date: 8th December
Duration: 4 weeks
Workload: Up to 4 days per week (availability Monday – Friday required)

About UPG:

At UPG, our physiotherapists are passionate about delivering exceptional care across multiple health care settings. Our work spans aged care facilities and community services across VIC, TAS, NSW, QLD & WA. We also operate a Flagship Studio providing Pilates, Yoga, private physiotherapy, and sports physiotherapy services. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work across a variety of settings while focusing on your residential care caseload.

Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive assessments, develop treatment plans, and deliver clinical care to clients
Communicate with residents, families, nursing staff, medical practitioners,



allied health practitioners, case managers, and equipment suppliers
Prescribe and review exercises, including leading exercise groups
Collaborate with the broader clinical team and facility management to deliver tailored care
Manage daily schedules effectively, including clinical and non-clinical tasks
Participate in career development and mentoring opportunities
Deliver education sessions such as falls prevention and manual handling to staff

Qualifications & Skills:
AHPRA General Registration
Clinical skills to perform assessments, treatment, risk assessments, and mentor junior therapists
Solid interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team
Appropriate working visas, National Police Certificate, and NDIS/Working with Children Check
Competitive remuneration for locum/short-term work
Comprehensive orientation and supportive setting
Opportunities for professional development
Exposure to a variety of care settings and clinical experiences

If this sounds like you, please outline your relevant experience in a cover letter and send your resume to .
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📌 Locum Coverage Physiotherapist Aged Care Cheltenham And/or Mornington, Vic Melbourne
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