Full Time, Fixed Term - 24-month New Graduate Program

3 positions available, commencing 11 January 2027

Build your career through diverse clinical rotations across multiple specialties

Supportive and experienced Physiotherapy team committed to your development

Excellent benefits including salary packaging and a monthly Accrued Day Off

About the Role

Are you graduating in Physiotherapy and ready to begin your career in a supportive, diverse and rewarding hospital environment? St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne is seeking enthusiastic New Graduate Physiotherapists to join our Physiotherapy Department in January 2027. We have three full-time, fixed-term Grade 1 positions available as part of our 24-month rotating new graduate program. This is an exciting opportunity to build your clinical skills and confidence while gaining broad experience across a leading tertiary health service. You will join a friendly and supportive Physiotherapy Department with a strong focus on clinical learning, professional development and evidence-based practice.

Throughout the program, you will generally rotate every four months across a variety of clinical areas, which may include:

- Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
- Neurosciences
- Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy
- Emergency
- Mental Health
- Rehabilitation

Rotations are undertaken across our Fitzroy, Kew and Hawthorn campuses, providing exposure to a diverse range of patients, clinical environments and multidisciplinary teams. As a Grade 1 Physiotherapist, you will provide high-quality, person-centred physiotherapy assessment and management while working closely with experienced Physiotherapists and the broader multidisciplinary team. The role includes rostered weekend and public holiday work, and applicants must be willing to work across St Vincent's campuses as required.



Applicants must hold, or be eligible to obtain, current registration as a Physiotherapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) prior to commencement.

Classification: Physiotherapist Grade 1 VA3-VA7 ($70,590.00 - $85,872.80 per annum).

What You Will Do

- Provide evidence-based physiotherapy assessment, treatment and management for patients within your allocated clinical area
- Develop your clinical reasoning and physiotherapy skills across a broad range of rotations
- Work collaboratively with Physiotherapists, medical, nursing and other Allied Health professionals to deliver coordinated patient care
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team
- Participate actively in multidisciplinary meetings, clinical handovers and care planning
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Represent physiotherapy and patient needs at relevant team, family and departmental meetings
- Participate in career development, education and learning opportunities within the department
- Contribute to quality improvement and service development initiatives
- Work across St Vincent's campuses and participate in rostered weekend and public holiday services as required

Your Contribution

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated new graduate Physiotherapists who are ready to learn, develop and contribute to a collaborative healthcare environment.





You will bring:

- A recognised qualification in Physiotherapy, completed or due for completion prior to commencement
- Current AHPRA registration as a Physiotherapist, or eligibility to obtain registration prior to commencing the position
- Clinical placement experience within healthcare settings
- A commitment to providing high-quality, evidence-based and person-centred care
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- The ability to work collaboratively and contribute positively within a multidisciplinary team
- Good organisational and time-management skills
- A willingness to learn, seek feedback and continually develop your clinical practice
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Flexibility to work across different clinical areas and St Vincent's campuses

What We Offer

Starting your career at St Vincent's means joining a department committed to supporting your development as a clinician. You'll enjoy:

- A 24-month rotating program providing broad clinical experience across multiple areas of Physiotherapy
- Support and guidance from experienced Physiotherapists and clinical leaders
- Regular learning and professional development opportunities
- Exposure to a diverse range of patients and clinical specialties
- A collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary environment
- A healthy work-life balance, including a monthly Accrued Day Off (ADO)
- Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
- Access to Fitness Passport , providing access to an extensive network of fitness facilities
- Employee wellbeing initiatives and programs
- Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
- Employee discounts and promotions through the St Vincent's Foun

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📌 Physiotherapist - New Graduate Grade 1 (Melbourne)
🏢 Svha
📍 Melbourne