PHYSIOTHERAPIST GRADE 1 and 2

Physiotherapy - Casual opportunities.

Allied Health Professionals Enterprise Agreement- Grade 1 or 2 (VA3 - VB4), $35.72368 - $52.49211 per hour

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for physiotherapists to provide skilled physiotherapy services at WGHG on a casual basis including weekend work. Services will be provided primarily at the hospital site across the acute wards, subacute, outpatients and community rehabilitation.

The position requires a demonstrated capacity to work effectively as a member of the multidisciplinary team. The Physiotherapist accepts responsibility for, and maintains commitment to, personal and career development.

We offer a friendly, team focused work environment and comprehensive orientation to the department and organization.

Our preferred candidate will have:

- Degree in Physiotherapy
- Full registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
- Eligibility for membership of the Australian Physiotherapy Association
- A thorough understanding and respect for confidentiality requirements.

The following experience/knowledge would be considered advantageous:

- Experience in a hospital or acute setting.
- Knowledge of privacy legislation and document control.
- Knowledge of issues relevant to regional/rural areas.
- Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel

SIGNIFICANT: Some roles in the healthcare sector are required to be vaccinated annually for Influenza (unless a valid exemption applies). Evidence of vaccination (or exemption) will be required to be provided prior to commencement.

About our organisation

The West Gippsland Healthcare Group is a customer focused health organisation providing acute medical and surgical, obstetric, emergency, residential care and community health services to 45,000 people in the rural, urban residential, agricultural and industrial areas located within the Baw Baw Shire and beyond.



The administrative headquarters are located at West Gippsland Hospital in Warragul, approximately 100kms east of Melbourne.

West Gippsland Healthcare Group staff perks include:

- Flexible working arrangements
- Professional development
- Access to employee assistance program
- Salary packaging
- Free Parking

Working with us

All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, NDIS worker screening clearance and a current Employee Working with Children Check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all current appointments.

Further details and how to apply

Further information is contained in the Position Description Grade 1 / Grade 2. Applications must be submitted via seek.com.au and must include a current CV and a covering letter. Responses to the selection criteria are recommended. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide at least 2 professional referees. If you have any further queries, please contact Kristy Dougheney, Physiotherapy Manager, 03 •••• •640 or ••••@wghg.com.au

Applications close: 02 November 2026* (applications may close earlier)

* Applications will be reviewed as they are received. This position will remain open for a minimum of fourteen (14) days for externally advertised positions from the date of advertisement and may close earlier than the listed closing date if a suitable candidate/s are identified.

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As an inclusive employer, committed to improving diversity and equity in our workforce, we encourage applications from all parts of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTI people, and people with lived experience of disability.

As a Child Safe organisation, West Gippsland Healthcare Group promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with disability.

📌 Physiotherapist (Warragul)
🏢 West Gippsland Healthcare Group
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