Physiotherapist Grade 1 - Graduate 2027

- Full-time | 5 weeks annual leave + monthly day off included
- Diverse rotational program | Culture of learning and improvement
- Eastern Melbourne Metro location | Close to public transport
- Versatile learning opportunities with regular clinical supervision, professional development and training experiences

Our Grade 1 Physiotherapy vision is Launching Your Potential. This unique prospect is designed for early-career physiotherapists who are looking to build strong clinical foundations, expand their skills, and grow with confidence.

Eastern Health is one of Victoria's largest public health services. As a values-led, integrated service united by our Healthier Together promise, we deliver high-quality care, support and service to a broad and diverse community across Melbourne's east and beyond.

About the role

Join one of Victoria's largest and most dynamic physiotherapy departments and build a strong foundation for your career. As a Grade 1 Physiotherapist, you will gain broad clinical experience while delivering high-quality, evidence-based, person-centred care across a range of clinical settings.

Working within a supportive and collaborative team environment, you will have access to a range of professional development opportunities, including supervision, education, quality improvement initiatives, and governance activities. You may also have the opportunity to contribute to student education through our partnership with the La Trobe University Eastern Health Physiotherapy Clinical School.

If you are in your graduate year, you will participate in Eastern Health's Allied Health Transition to Practice Graduate Program, providing structured learning and support throughout your early career.

What you'll bring

- Recognised tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy
- Current registration with AHPRA.




- Eligibility for practicing membership of the Australian Physiotherapy Association.
- Sound knowledge of clinical theory and evidence-based physiotherapy practice relevant to hospital-based care.
- Understanding of person-centred care, including partnering with patients to establish meaningful goals across the continuum of care.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Enthusiasm for learning, growth, and continuous development.

What we offer

Being part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts. We offer a range of benefits including:

- Investment in your career through continuous learning, mentoring, professional development, and opportunities to progress into specialist, leadership or advanced practice pathways.

- Work-life balance with adaptable working arrangements, study and professional development leave, and leave purchasing options.

- Wellbeing support through fitness programs, confidential employee assistance services for you and your family, and 24/7 access to a range of support resources.

- Financial incentives to help you make the most of your earnings, including salary packaging through Maxxia, novated leasing options, and employee discounts on health insurance, banking and more.

Interested in joining us?

If this chance feels like the right fit for you,



we'd encourage you to apply and share what you can bring to the role.

You must be eligible to work in Australia. Applications are reviewed as they are received, so we encourage early applications as the advertisement may close prior to the closing date.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview, and all applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application. Appointment to this position is subject to a satisfactory National Police Check, compliance with mandatory vaccination requirements, including annual influenza vaccination, and evidence of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases where required.

Our commitments

- We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability across the communities we serve and within our Eastern Health team.

- We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees.

- As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.

- We are shaping a culture that delivers exceptional care for our community, and an exceptional experience for all the people who make it possible.

Contact Person: Hansinie Gunathilake

Contact Number: 0401 733 901

Contact Email:

Job Posting End Date: Wednesday 28 October 2026

Need help submitting your application?
Contact the person listed in the advertisement or our Talent Acquisition team for support on (03) 9955 7555 (option 1) or including discussing any adjustments you may require during the recruitment process.

Our Values in Action
Respect for all | Safe and welcoming | Partnering in care | Innovate, learn and lead

📌 Physiotherapist Grade 1 - 2027 Graduate (Melbourne)
🏢 Eastern Health
📍 Melbourne