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Physiotherapist Grade 3 | Cardiorespiratory – General Surgery/ICU
Full-time or part-time
until mid-July ****
Maroondah Hospital
– Ringwood East | In office parking and excellent access to Eastlink and public transport
Build your clinical and leadership capability
while influencing patient care, education and service development across acute cardiorespiratory services
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
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Grade 3 Physiotherapist to lead our Acute Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy team.
In this rewarding leadership role, you will provide expert clinical care and guidance across acute respiratory, intensive care, general surgical and oncology services, supporting the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care.
You will play a key role in leading, mentoring and developing a team of Grade 1 and Grade 2 Physiotherapists, Allied Health Assistants and students, using your advanced clinical expertise and senior decision-making skills to support excellence in patient outcomes and service delivery.
A strong commitment to clinical supervision, capability development and fostering a culture of continuous improvement will be central to your success.
As part of the Maroondah Acute Physiotherapy leadership team,



you will work collaboratively with fellow Grade 3 Physiotherapists across a range of specialties and be supported by experienced Grade 4 Physiotherapy Clinical Leads and Allied Health leaders.
You'll have access to regular clinical and operational supervision, leadership coaching, professional development opportunities, quality improvement and research initiatives, and support for postgraduate study and further professional development aligned with your career goals.
What you'll bring
Recognised tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy, current AHPRA registration and ideally 7+ years' clinical experience.
Extensive experience in acute cardiorespiratory physiotherapy, including ICU and general surgical services.
Demonstrated experience leading, supervising, mentoring and developing physiotherapy staff and students.
Proven leadership capability, with a commitment to clinical excellence, professional growth and continuous improvement.
Strong communication, collaboration and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
Sound understanding of community services, organisations and referral networks.
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 flexible 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.
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.
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.
Job Posting End Date: Sunday 18 October ****
Our Values in Action
Respect for all | Safe and welcoming | Partnering in care | Innovate, learn and lead
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📌 Senior Physiotherapist (Victoria)
🏢 Eastern Health
📍 Victoria