Physiotherapist Grade 2 Parental Leave Cover Doncaster
Access Health and Community – Doncaster VIC
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 embracesEquity, Collaboration, Respect, Innovation and Qualityin everything we do.
The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for apassionate and motivated Physiotherapist (Grade 2)to join ourAllied Health & Chronic Disease Care Teamfor aMaximum term Parental leave cover position until 25th June****,ideally as a full-time employee however part time may be considered.
Primarily based at ourDoncaster and Hawthorn sites, with opportunities to work across multiple AccessHC locations and within the community.
Working within amultidisciplinary allied health environment, you will deliverevidence-based, client-centred physiotherapy servicesto 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 receivestrong 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 adiverse and rewarding caseloadand the opportunity to deliver physiotherapy services across a variety of settings including:
Clinic-based appointments
Client home visits
Community settings
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 onempowerment, prevention and self-management.
Funding Streams You'll Work Across
Community Health (CH)
Home and Community Care (HACC)
Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS)




Private fee-for-service programs (Self-Funded)
This variety ensures a rich clinical experience and ongoing skill development across multiple service models.
What we offer
Access tofleet carsfor home visit appointments
Work laptopprovided
Clinical supervisionwith a Grade 3 Physiotherapist
Strong clinical support and mentoring
Opportunities to contribute ideas and influence service development
A genuinelysupportive, 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 benefits:
What you will be doingKey responsibilities
Delivertimely, safe and evidence-based physiotherapy serviceswithin your professional scope of practice
Conductcomprehensive assessments, treatment planning and rehabilitation programs
Provideindividual therapy, education and goal-based interventionsto support client independence
Design and facilitategroup exercise and health programs
Supportself-management and preventative health strategies
Collaborate closely withmultidisciplinary allied health teamsto optimise client outcomes
Maintainaccurate clinical documentation and data reportingaligned with funding requirements
Participate inclinical supervision, professional development and quality improvement initiatives
Contribute tostudent supervision and allied health assistant delegationwhere appropriate
What you will bringKey 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 experiencein the delivery of Physiotherapy services with any one of the following:progressive neurological, disability, chronic disease, or age-related conditions
Current AHPRAregistration as aPhysiotherapist &GEAT; & SWEPregistered (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 workindependently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Strongclinical 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 forMedicare Provider Number
COVID-19 vaccination (strongly recommended)
For further information contact:Sarah Smith, Manager Chronic Disease CareEmail:******
Access Health and Community is an equal prospect 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-based basis and managed in a confidential and practical manner.
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