Physiotherapist (Grade 2) Community Rehabilitation
Alfred Health
Caulfield, Melbourne VIC
Physiotherapy, OT and Rehabilitation (Healthcare and Medical)
Contract/Temp
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Alfred Health
Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services. On 1 January 2026, Alfred Health will come together with Kooweerup Regional Health Service, Peninsula Health, Bass Coast Health and Gippsland Southern Health Service to create Bayside Health, a newly merged health service with more than 22,000 employees caring for a community of over 1.2 million Victorians. The new health service will provide people with the best possible care with services that support them throughout their lives. The merger will also strengthen our workforce, providing new training, education and career opportunities. Subject to final approval on 1 January 2026, all employees from the five health services will transfer to Bayside Health.
12-month parental leave position, commencing 16th February 2026
Full time (80 hours per fortnight + flexible monthly ADO)
Physiotherapy Grade 2, Year 1-4 (VB1-VB4)
Located at Caulfield Hospital
Great staff benefits! 5 weeks annual leave and salary packaging
The Department
The Alfred Health Community Rehabilitation Program, situated at Caulfield Hospital, comprises Home Based, Centre Based, and Falls Clinic services. The Community Rehabilitation Program provides a comprehensive client-centred rehabilitation service that is responsive to the needs of the community. Eligible clients are assisted by the interdisciplinary team to achieve their goals following an illness or injury. The multi-disciplinary team comprises Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Social Workers, Allied Health Assistants, a Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation Consultant, Pharmacist, Dietitians, a Clinical Psychologist and a Neuropsychologist.
The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Physiotherapist to join our growing Community Rehabilitation team. As a Physiotherapist within the Community Rehabilitation Program, you will provide excellent client-centred rehabilitation services to clients both in their homes and at our rehabilitation centre. The clinical caseload is varied creating a fantastic opportunity to develop expertise in working with a broad range of clinical diagnoses. The successful candidate will have access to a range of professional development activities.
Qualifications Required
Degree in Physiotherapy
Current Registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia
Eligible for membership of the APA
Current Victorian Driver's Licence (unrestricted)
Key capabilities
Minimum three years’ clinical experience in Physiotherapy
Recent experience in rehabilitation or aged care
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team
Demonstrated understanding and commitment to principles of continuous quality improvement
Demonstrated ability to evaluate and modify service delivery in accordance with evidence-based practice
Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills to promote teamwork
Strong theoretical knowledge base and experience in the areas of orthopaedics, neurology and gerontology
Demonstrated participation in professional development relevant to the position
Staff Benefits
Salary packaging and novated leasing through Maxxia
Flexible health insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
Onsite car and bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax!! *subject to availability
Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport health and fitness
Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services
If applicable, please specify specific requirements that you require in your cover letter or CV.
Applications close 11pm AEDT, Sunday 14th December 2025.
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For enquiries regarding this position, contact Cathy Warren, Team Leader on 0499856562 or c.warren@alfred.org.au