Physiotherapist / Occupational Therapist — Upper Limb Rehabilitation | Ballarat
Ballarat, VIC | MSK Rehabilitation | $100,000 – $125,000 + Super | Full time
About the company
Our client is one of the most respected names in upper limb rehabilitation nationally. Specialising exclusively in shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand injuries, they've built a reputation few in the industry can match — trusted by elite sporting organisations including AFL and rugby clubs, and backed by a referral network of thousands of GPs across the country.
This is an organisation that attracts top clinical talent because of the calibre of work on offer — genuine specialisation, a strong internal culture, and a track record of developing clinicians into leaders. If you're looking for a workplace that will challenge and grow you clinically, this is about as good as it gets.
What's on offer
$100,000 – $125,000 salary package + Super
Based within a private hospital, working alongside orthopaedic surgeons and their surgical teams
Structured supervision and mentoring, regardless of experience level
Ongoing professional development, including surgical observation opportunities
Support toward Accredited Hand Therapist (AHTA) status
No weekend work required
A close-knit, experienced team with a genuine track record of internal progression into leadership and equity roles




The chance to work with a nationally recognised organisation and build specialist expertise that stands out in the broader physiotherapy and OT job market
Key responsibilities
Assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning for shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand conditions
Fracture management, splinting and casting
Post-surgical rehabilitation, working directly with referring orthopaedic surgeons and their teams
Sports injury management and return-to-play programming
Delivery of dry needling and clinical Pilates as part of treatment plans
Management of work-related and compensable claims, including liaison with relevant stakeholders
Ongoing case documentation and progress reporting
Key requirements
Minimum 3 years' clinical experience as a Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist
Strong musculoskeletal background essential
Upper limb and/or hand therapy experience highly desirable, though not essential — mentoring is available for the right candidate looking to build into this specialty
Current AHPRA registration (Physiotherapy) or qualification and registration as an occupational therapist
Strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills
A team-oriented, patient-centred approach to care
Excellent communication skills, comfortable liaising with surgeons, referrers and allied health colleagues
Additional information
Work with an organisation trusted by AFL and rugby clubs nationally
Based within a private hospital, alongside orthopaedic surgeons
$100k-$125k + Super, with no weekend work
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