Job Description

Location: Geelong CBD & Grovedale, VIC
n Engagement Type: Subcontractor
n Remuneration: Competitive percentage split (based on experience and caseload)

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About Us

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At Strengthen Up Physiotherapy, our mission is simple: to help people move better, feel stronger, and stay active for life. We provide evidence-based physiotherapy services that combine hands-on treatment with strength-focused rehabilitation to achieve long-term results rather than short-term fixes. Our clinic values are built around Strengthening, Unlocking, and Prospering - helping our patients build resilience, regain confidence, and thrive through movement and education.

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We work with a diverse range of clients, including athletes, active adults, workers, post-surgical patients, and individuals managing persistent pain conditions.

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About the Role

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We are seeking a motivated and passionate Physiotherapist to join our growing team as a subcontractor across two clinic locations with a minimum of 1-2 years of physio experience. This role is ideal for a clinician who enjoys combining hands-on treatment with exercise-based rehabilitation and is committed to delivering outstanding patient outcomes with a willingness to learn.

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As a subcontractor, you will have the autonomy to manage and grow your own caseload while benefiting from the support of an established clinic, strong referral pathways, modern facilities, and a collaborative team environment.

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You will assess, diagnose, and manage a broad range of musculoskeletal and sporting conditions while empowering patients through education, movement, and personalised rehabilitation programs.

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For clinicians with an interest in sport, there's ongoing opportunities to become involved with local sporting clubs and weekend sports coverage. While not a requirement of the role, an interest in AFL and strength-based athletic development will be highly regarded.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Take on a new and partially established caseload, supported by our Head Physiotherapist.
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- Assess and treat a wide variety of musculoskeletal and sports-related conditions.
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- Deliver hands-on therapy where appropriate, including soft tissue therapy, joint mobilisations/manipulations, and dry needling.
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- Prescribe and progress individualised strength-based rehabilitation programs.
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- Modify training loads and exercises to allow clients to continue training while recovering from injury.
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- Educate, motivate, and empower clients through evidence-based rehabilitation and coaching.
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- Build strong relationships with clients and help them achieve meaningful long-term outcomes.
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- Maintain accurate clinical notes and manage your caseload professionally as an independent contractor.
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- Collaborate with other health professionals and referral networks.
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- Partner with the Head Physiotherapist to provide physiotherapy support for AFL sporting commitments, with the opportunity to share weekend coverage on an alternating-weekend basis.
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At Strengthen Up Physiotherapy, we don't tell people to stop training. We use clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice to adapt movement, modify loads, and keep our patients progressing toward their goals throughout the rehabilitation process.

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Conduct comprehensive physiotherapy assessments and develop individualised treatment plans.

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Diagnose and treat a wide variety of musculoskeletal, sports, and orthopaedic conditions.

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Take on a new and partially established caseload, supported by our Head Physiotherapist.

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Deliver evidence-based manual therapy and rehabilitation interventions, including soft tissue therapy, joint mobilisations/manipulations, and dry needling where appropriate.

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Design, prescribe, and progress strength, mobility, and rehabilitation programs tailored to each patients's goals.

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Modify training loads and exercises to allow clients to continue training while recovering from injury.

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Manage post-operative rehabilitation programs and return-to-activity planning.

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Educate patients on injury management, pain science, self-management strategies, and long-term injury prevention.

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Motivate and empower patients through evidence-based rehabilitation and coaching.

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Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient records.

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Collaborate with referring practitioners and other health professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

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Build strong relationships with clients and contribute to a positive clinic culture focused on patient care, growth, and continuous improvement.

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Skills & Experience

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- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physiotherapy.
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- Current AHPRA registration.
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- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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- Strong clinical reasoning and assessment abilities.
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- Passion for exercise rehabilitation and evidence-based practice.
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- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
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- Experience in private practice physiotherapy.
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- Interest or experience in sports physiotherapy.
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- Dry needling certification.
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- Experience managing post-operative rehabilitation.
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What We Offer

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- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
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- Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
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- Access to modern rehabilitation facilities and strength-based training equipment.
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- Diverse caseload including sports, orthopaedic, and chronic pain presentations.
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- Chance to grow your clinical skills and build long-term patient relationships.
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- 1:1 clinical training and mentorship from the Head Physiotherapist, supported by weekly check-ins for ongoing guidance, feedback and professional development.
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- Flexible working arrangements and competitive remuneration.
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Our Ideal Candidate

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You genuinely care about helping people achieve meaningful, long-term outcomes. You believe in empowering patients through education, exercise and active rehabilitation, and are committed to continuous learning and clinical excellence.

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You value honest communication, teamwork and personalised care, and take pride in helping patients reduce pain, build strength, improve their movement and return to the activities they love with confidence. A genuine interest in exercise, strength and sports is highly valued.

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Join Strengthen Up Physio and be part of a team helping people become stronger, move with confidence and stay stronger for longer.

📌 Physiotherapist (North Geelong)
🏢 Strengthen Up Physiotherapy
📍 North Geelong