Community-based Team Leader role, based in Melbourne's north, north-east or east (other regions welcome to apply)

$95,000 - $105,000 + Super, based on experience

Lead a team of physiotherapists while continuing to do the clinical work you love

1–2 dedicated PD days a month, plus a $1,500 annual budget to grow your skills

Make a real impact, helping older Australians live safely and independently in their own homes

About MRT

Do meaningful work with a team that has your back.

MRT Rehab is a growing, clinician-led Allied Health team supporting people to live more independently and achieve the outcomes that matter to them. We're a multidisciplinary team that includes Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Care Coordination professionals who work together to deliver high-quality, person-centred support.

We predominantly work within the Support at Home funding stream, in addition to NDIS and private clients.

We're passionate about creating an environment where clinicians can do their best work. That means the support and autonomyyou need to grow your skills, build confidence and deliver great outcomes for the people you support.

Why MRT?

Supported start: A 0–4 week observation period and a gradual caseload, giving you time to learn, settle in and build confidence

Weekly supervision: 60-minute 1:1 supervision every week, plus ongoing support from your clinical and leadership team

Professional development: 1–2 career development days per month, plus an annual budget of $1,500 to build your skills and areas of interest

Billable & referral bonus: Opportunities to earn additional bonuses based on billable performance, plus a $5,000 referral bonus

Team connection: Monthly coworking days designed to bring the team together, share knowledge and build connections





The tools to succeed: Access to all the resources and technology to do your job well

Travel support: Travel reimbursement of $0.99 per km for approved work-related travel

Parental leave: A $5,000 retention bonus when you return from parental leave

The Commons: Access to our Collingwood office at The Commons, a great space to work, have a coffee and connect with the team

About the Role

MRT Rehab is looking for our first Physiotherapy Team Leader!

This is an opportunity to take on a meaningful leadership role within a growing, clinician-led Allied Health team, while continuing to do the clinical work you love.

You’ll help shape the future of MRT's physiotherapy service, support the development of our clinicians and contribute to the way we deliver care across the community.

With an initial 80/20 split between clinical work and leadership, you'll have the opportunity to grow into a broader leadership role as our physiotherapy team and services continue to develop.

What You'll Do

Provide clinical leadership, guidance and supervision to support physiotherapist development and team performance

Monitor team utilisation and contribute to workforce planning

Review and improve clinical practices and processes

Help develop current services, exploring options such as hydrotherapy and group exercise

Promote evidence-based practice and positive client outcomes





Contribute to physiotherapy recruitment and team growth

Partner with senior leadership on clinical and team priorities

Maintain a clinical caseload, including complex clients and presentations

What You'll Bring

Strong clinical experience in physiotherapy, with a background in community-based practice

Experience managing complex clients and presentations

Solid clinical reasoning, with knowledge of mobility, manual handling and evidence-based practice

Demonstrated understanding of the Support at Home or NDIS funding environments, with the ability to navigate these systems effectively

Experience mentoring, supporting or developing other clinicians

Ability to adapt your coaching and leadership style to different clinicians

Strong problem-solving skills and a creative, practical approach

Experience developing or introducing new clinical services

Experience improving clinical or operational processes

Previous formal supervision or team leadership experience

A clinical area of specialisation

You’ll also need

Current AHPRA registration

Full working rights in Australia

A National Police Check

Current Australian Driver's Licence and access to a reliable vehicle

First Aid and CPR certification

Our Values

We're a growing Allied Health business with a simple goal: create an setting where great clinicians can do great work.

Our culture is built on four value pillars:

Creative: We think differently to find practical solutions

Forward thinking: We consider what our clients need now and in the future

Interaction matters: We care about how we make people feel

Person-centred: We focus on choice, control and meaningful outcomes

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📌 Community Physiotherapist - Team Leader (Melbourne)
🏢 MRT Rehab
📍 Melbourne