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Position Title: New Graduate Physiotherapist (Rotational)
Classification: Grade 1 VA4-VF13
Department: Physiotherapy (may be required to work across all Regional Care Group sites)
Employment Status: Fixed Term Full Time - 80hrs per fortnight

Two Positions Available, FTE 1.0 each, commencing 04 Jan 2027.

Applications Open: 17/08/2026

About Bayside Health:

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focussed on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

About the Roles – Fixed-Term Full Time until 9 Jan 2028

Bayside Health is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Rotating Grade 1 Physiotherapist to join our growing team.

We have an exciting opportunity for Grade 1 Physiotherapists to join our Physiotherapy Graduate Program. Our Graduate Program focusses on consolidating skills and experience through structured interprofessional education sessions, study days, supervision, mentoring and clinical support from the Clinical Development Physiotherapist and your clinical supervisor.

The successful applicants will be closely supported whilst completing four-month rotations across our clinical areas including the acute medical ward, inpatient rehabilitation and older persons community outpatients.



New Graduate Physiotherapists also have opportunities to contribute to the Specialist Falls Clinic and group programs such as falls prevention. They will provide evidence-based assessments and interventions and work closely with our friendly and dynamic multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care to our community. New Graduate Physiotherapists may be involved in the provision of weekend and public holiday services following competency training in Acute Care.

What We Offer

- Excellent benefits including Salary Packaging + Novated Car Leasing

- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

- Great work location - only 90 minutes from Melbourne and 20 mins to fantastic beaches (support with relocation and short term may be available)

- Excellent variety of work with an interesting case mix

- Ongoing education and training provided with opportunity for upskilling

- Staff have access to supportive staff mentoring and development programs.

Mandatory Requirements

We are looking for a agile, self-motivated and flexible individual with the ability to respond and adapt to change, display empathy, prioritise and problem solve effectively with a positive "can-do" attitude and eagerness to learn.

- Bachelor of Physiotherapy, Master of Physiotherapy, Doctor of Physiotherapy or recognised equivalent

- Current and unrestricted registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

- Victorian Driver’s licence

- A valid Police Check

- Working with Children’s Check

- NDIS Workers Check

- In accordance with Directions made by the Secretary, Department of Health,



all Bayside Health employees working in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) must be vaccinated against Influenza with a TGA approved vaccine

Desirable Requirements

- Demonstrated knowledge of physiotherapy theory and practice

- Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal

- Demonstrated ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team

- Demonstrated understanding of person-centred care

- An understanding of the principles of continuous quality improvement

- Established skills in organisation, planning and priority setting

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your application via Seek including:

- A current resume

- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role

Bayside Health embraces and welcomes applications from people from all walks of life, and we are committed to making it easy for you to come and work with us. We encourage you to apply regardless of age, gender, race, religion, ability, sexuality, family status, or gender identity. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply to join us. We are here for you if your need support throughout our recruitment process.

Please advise in your cover letter if you currently work for any of the following organisations: Alfred Health, Peninsular Health, Bass Coast Health or Koo Wee Rup Regional Health Service.

If you would like a copy of the PD, please feel welcome to contact the People & Culture Team at **@basscoasthealth.org.au The position description provides further details on duties and responsibilities and essential criteria which suitable applicants will be shortlisted.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Regional Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to Bayside Health job openings and vacancies | SEEK

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.

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