Clinical Lead - Physiotherapy (Grade 3)

Fixed term contract - with ongoing employment opportunities

A full time position is available for a Physiotherapist Clinical Lead Grade 3 to join our enthusiastic team of Health Professionals at Swan Hill District Health. This is fixed term, 11-month maternity leave, position with the potential for ongoing employment

The Position

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Physiotherapist to step into a Clinical Lead role and help drive the future of physiotherapy services at Swan Hill District Health. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career - combining clinical expertise, leadership, and service development - this is your opportunity to make a real impact in a supportive rural health setting. The team works across a broad spectrum of areas and offers a true variety in your day-to-day work with acute and sub-acute inpatient care, outpatient services (1:1 and group programs), community rehabilitation and cardiac, pulmonary and oncology programs.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll:

- Lead and support a team of physiotherapists across diverse clinical areas
- Manage a complex and rewarding caseload
- Drive quality improvement and service development initiatives
- Provide clinical guidance, supervision and education to staff and students
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver outstanding patient care

At Swan Hill District Health, you’ll work in modern, well-equipped facilities, including a purpose-built Community Rehabilitation Centre and newly developed clinical spaces designed to support high-quality care. You’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative team culture where people are approachable, engaged, and invested in each other’s success. And beyond work, you’ll enjoy the lifestyle benefits of living in a welcoming regional community, offering a healthy work-life balance and a strong sense of connection.

You Bring

- Bachelor of Physiotherapy (or equivalent from a recognised university or college institution)
- AHPRA registration




- Experience managing complex caseloads and supporting staff
- Strong communication, leadership and organisation skills
- Commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care

Mandatory requirements

- Current National Police Check, or willingness to obtain
- Working with Children’s Check, or willingness to obtain
- NDIS worker screening check, or willingness to obtain
- Evidence of immunisation records/history as part of the Health Services Act 1988, 2020 Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers).

About Swan Hill:

Swan Hill is situated in North-West Victoria. Located on the beautiful banks of the Murray River with multiple tourist attractions and community events in the surrounding region.

About Swan Hill District Health:

Swan Hill District Health is a 143 bed (including Aged Care), fully integrated rural public health facility servicing a greater community of around 35,000 people. At Swan Hill District Health (SHDH), our vision is to provide connected care, best experience for our community. SHDH is a compassionate, family friendly employer where every employee is a valued team member. Whilst encouraging and supporting work/life balance, SHDH also provides:

- A dynamic workplace
- Discounted Corporate gym memberships
- Salary Sacrifice/Packaging
- Professional Development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program

Attract Connect Stay; our community are excited to see you and your family arrive. Let us help you connect; schools, partner employment, clubs, housing and the things that matter to you when building your new life.

Applications close: 9am 11th of July 2026

Swan Hill District Health reserve the right to interview and appoint candidates prior to this date.

Swan Hill District Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role, please let us know by contacting **********@shdh.org.au

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📌 Clincal Lead - Physiotherapy (Grade 3) (Swan Hill)
🏢 Swan Hill District Health
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