Title:  Paediatric Physiotherapist

Physiotherapist - Victorian Paediatric Rehabilitation Service – Grade 2

• Angliss Hospital | Leafy Upper Ferntree Gully | Close to shops
• Permanent Part Time 68.8 hours a fortnight | Enjoy work-life balance
• Grow your Paediatric skills in a supportive multidisciplinary team

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

About the role

An excellent opportunity exists for a Physiotherapist within the Victorian Paediatric Rehabilitation Service (VPRS) based at Eastern Health. The Physiotherapist will provide assessment and interventions for babies, children and adolescents as part of the multidisciplinary rehabilitation service at Angliss Hospital, Upper Ferntree Gully.

Clinical Experience in paediatric rehabilitation is desirable however please note that the position sits within an experienced multidisciplinary team and so this is an excellent opportunity for a physiotherapist wishing to build skill within this area. The supports that are available include· In person clinical supervision from an experienced paediatric physiotherapist (full day “shadowing” available initially)

· Co treatment sessions with the wider multi- disciplinary team are a regular feature of VPRS practice.

· Access to experienced paediatric physiotherapists at VPRS tertiary sites (Monash/Royal Children’s Hospital) and Angliss/Box Hill Hospital Special Care Nursery

Victorian Paediatric Rehabilitation Service caters for babies, children and adolescents who require specialist rehabilitation for:

· Cerebral palsy tone management/ post intervention management

· Complex rehabilitation e.g. Acquired Brain Injury

· Early support and intervention for children who are diagnosed as at high risk of cerebral palsy

About you 

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Current registration with AHPRA 

• Eligibility for practicing membership of the APA  

• Advanced clinical skills in managing a complex caseload using a client-centred approach.  

• High level communication skills, both written and oral.  

• Demonstrated capacity to work  in a multidisciplinary team.  

• Experience in supervision of staff and students.  

• Commitment to improving own practice and undertaking quality activities.  

• Demonstrated ability to plan and manage a varied caseload with sound computer skills. 

• Engagement with own and others well-being. 

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.

We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.

If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check (which we will pay for). 

Good to know:

• 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 – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
• Advertising may end before the closing date.
• We do not accept recruitment agency application

If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.

Please click here for position description 

Contact Person: Vanessa Lyndon

Contact Number: 0439864413

Contact Email: vanessa.lyndon@easternhealth.org.au

Job Posting End Date: 21/07/2025

Need help submitting your application?

Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1) 

Our Values in Action:

Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day