Grade 2 Physiotherapist - Rotational Musculoskeletal

About the role

A permanent, full-time Grade 2 Physiotherapist is sought for the Physiotherapy Department at St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne, based on its Fitzroy campus. The role covers assessment, treatment and management of musculoskeletal patients across orthopaedics, plastics and rheumatology, with six-monthly rotations between inpatient and outpatient services. It also involves student supervision, mentoring Grade 1 physiotherapists and Allied Health Assistants, and contributing to departmental leadership.

Applications are open to current Grade 2 Physiotherapists or experienced Grade 1 Physiotherapists ready to progress; postgraduate qualifications in musculoskeletal physiotherapy or a related field are highly regarded. Registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia (AHPRA) is required, or eligibility for it.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver assessment, treatment and management for musculoskeletal inpatients and outpatients
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans, including patient education and discharge planning
• Communicate assessment findings and outcomes with medical, nursing and allied health teams through documentation and clinical handover
• Supervise and support students, Grade 1 physiotherapists and Allied Health Assistants
• Contribute to quality improvement, service development and evidence-based practice

Required profile

• Recent experience managing musculoskeletal patients in an acute healthcare setting
• Experience supervising students and/or junior staff
• Strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills
• Collaborative approach and effective communication in multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement and patient-centred care

What we offer

• Salary classification VB1-VB4 ($90,235.60 - $103,724.40 per annum, pro rata for part time)
• Ongoing professional development and education
• Wellbeing initiatives, confidential Employee Assistance Program and work-life balance including a monthly accrued day off for full-time staff
• Access to Fitness Passport, central Fitzroy location near the CBD and public transport, and employee discounts through the St Vincent's Foundation

To apply, submit a resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability; applications are reviewed as they come in and the position may close early. The closing date is 14 November 2026.