Job Type: Contract Maximum Term Full Time

Location: Doncaster

Job Category: Clinical - Allied Health

About Us

Access Health and Community (AccessHC) is a leading not-for-profit healthcare provider with over 150 years of experience delivering inclusive, person-centred care across Melbourne’s inner and outer east and northeast.

With over 600 staff and 200 volunteers across 17 locations, we provide integrated healthcare services including General Practice, Dental, Community Health, Allied Health, Mental Health, AOD, and Urgent Care services.

Our people are united by a shared purpose: delivering compassionate, person-centred care that strengthens communities.

At AccessHC, you'll join a values-driven organisation that embraces Equity, Collaboration, Respect, Innovation and Quality in everything we do.

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and motivated Physiotherapist (Grade 2) to join our Allied Health & Chronic Disease Care Team for a Max term Parental leave cover position until 25th June 2027) ideally as a full-time employee however (0.8 EFT part time will be considered) . Primarily based at our Doncaster and Hawthorn sites, with opportunities to work across multiple AccessHC locations and within the community.

Working Within a Multidisciplinary Allied Health Environment, You Will Deliver Evidence-based, Client-centred Physiotherapy Services To Adult Clients With a Diverse Range Of Needs Including

- Chronic disease and complex health conditions
- Progressive neurological conditions
- Disability support and rehabilitation
- Age-related health and mobility conditions

You will receive solid clinical support from our Senior Clinician Physiotherapy and broader Physiotherapy team, ensuring you continue to grow and develop professionally.

About The Role

This position offers a diverse and rewarding caseload and the opportunity to deliver physiotherapy services across a variety of settings including:

- Clinic-based appointments
- Client home visits
- Community settings
- Telehealth services
- Group-based rehabilitation and exercise programs

You will play a key role in supporting clients to improve mobility, independence and quality of life, with a strong focus on empowerment, prevention and self-management. Funding Streams You’ll Work Across

- Community Health (CH)
- Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP)
- Home and Community Care (HACC)
- Support at Home
- National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
- Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS)
- Private fee-for-service programs

This variety ensures a rich clinical experience and ongoing skill development across multiple service models.

What We Offer





- Access to fleet cars for home visit appointments
- Work laptop provided
- Clinical supervision with a Grade 3 Physiotherapist
- Strong clinical support and mentoring
- Opportunities to contribute ideas and influence service development
- A genuinely supportive, innovative and friendly team culture

The Position Encompasses An Extensive Range Of Benefits

- Supportive and values-based culture and engaged workforce
- Culture of trust and empowerment for people to grow and thrive
- Commitment to a work-life balance with flexible working conditions
- Focus on staff wellbeing and health - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and career growth
- Paid parental leave and opportunity to purchase additional leave
- Annual leave loading
- Generous salary packaging opportunities (up to $15,990 per annum + $2,650 meals/entertainment expenses)

Read more about our culture and perks: https://accesshc.org.au/culture-and-benefits

Desired Skills And Experience

What you will be doing Key responsibilities

- Deliver timely, safe and evidence-based physiotherapy services within your professional scope of practice
- Conduct comprehensive assessments, treatment planning and rehabilitation programs
- Provide individual therapy, education and goal-based interventions to support client independence
- Design and facilitate group exercise and health programs
- Support self-management and preventative health strategies
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary allied health teams to optimise client outcomes
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and data reporting aligned with funding requirements
- Participate in clinical supervision, professional development and quality improvement initiatives
- Contribute to student supervision and allied health assistant delegation where appropriate

What you will bring Key Selection Criteria

- Bachelor of Physiotherapy or relevant other tertiary degree
- Minimum 2 years’ experience working in community health, disability, hospital or private practice as a physiotherapist

- Demonstrated clinical skills and experience in the delivery of Physiotherapy services with any one of the following: progressive neurological, disability, chronic disease, or age-related conditions




- Current AHPRA registration as a Physiotherapist & GEAT & SWEP registered (or eligible to apply)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and aptitude for learning and using relevant software such as TrakCare, My Aged Care Portal and Microsoft Teams

Attributes We Value

- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Solid clinical reasoning, communication and documentation skills
- An ability to work sensitively with people of diverse cultures, abilities, ages, sexualities and gender identities
- Commitment to continuous quality improvement and health promotion principles
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Effective time management and prioritisation skills
- Demonstrated behaviours consistent with Access Health and Community values

Compliance Requirements

- National Police Check, Working with Children Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Evidence of the right to work in Australia and a valid Driver’s Licence
- First Aid and CPR
- Eligibility for Medicare Provider Number
- COVID-19 vaccination (strongly recommended)

Apply Now

At AccessHC, we believe in empowering our team members and providing a platform for professional success. Join us on this exciting journey and contribute to the health and well-being of our community. If this position resonates with you and you are passionate about Physiotherapy, have great communication skills, love sharing knowledge and have a positive attitude you will love working with us.

This position will be primarily based at our Doncaster site; however, it may require travel to other sites across the organisation.

Submit your application including your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.

Please refer to the position description here or on our website: Careers | Access Health and Community For further information contact: Sarah Smith, Manager Chronic Disease Care Email: [email protected]

Applications close: 25th October 2026

Access Health and Community is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive working environment that embraces and values all people, regardless of cultural background, age, gender identity, sexuality or lived and living experience. We value the diversity and strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and are committed to delivering on our vision for reconciliation through our recruitment and employment practices. Access is required to undertake compliance checks; however, a record of criminal history does not preclude applicants from applying for suitable positions.

All applications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis and managed in a confidential and practical manner.

📌 Physiotherapist Grade 2 Parental Leave Cover Doncaster (Melbourne)
🏢 Access Health and Community
📍 Melbourne