Physiotherapist - Multiple Positions - LHSN

Physiotherapist – East Metro & Murrindindi Local Health Service Network (LHSN)

• Fixed term, Part-Time & Full-Time opportunities available until April 2027!

• Grade 2 roles | Immediate start in an exciting new service! 

• VB1-VB4 dependent on experience | Excellent entitlements  

• Work available at multiple sites across the Local Health Service Network (LHSN)

• Strong supervision provided & PD opportunities 

• Generous salary packaging options; ADOs for full time staff 

Are you a qualified & passionate physiotherapist looking for a new challenge? Join us at Eastern Health!

East Metro & Murrindindi Local Health Service Network (LHSN)

Victoria’s Local Health Service Network is a partnership with Alexandra District Health, Eastern Health, St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne, as well as Yea & District Memorial Hospital, are now part of the East Metro & Murrindindi Local Health Service Network (LHSN)

Each health service will retain its individual identity, however this new Network will strengthen collaboration, increase access, and improve health outcomes for our community.

About the role 

As part of an exciting new pilot project, Eastern Health, as part of the LHSN is welcoming clinicians who are interested in working across the east of Victoria.

The LHSN is therefore, seeking passionate and motivated Grade 2 Physiotherapists to join our Allied Health teams across a variety of acute and subacute settings. You will provide high-quality, evidence-based physiotherapy care to diverse patient groups while collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to support optimal outcomes and experiences for patients. In this role, you will also supervise, teach, and support Grade 1 staff, Allied Health Assistants, and students, contributing to the ongoing development of physiotherapy services alongside senior clinicians. Whether your interests are in acute care, rehabilitation, community programs, or specialty streams such as neurological, musculoskeletal, or cardiorespiratory therapy, the LHSN offers a supportive, inclusive environment with diverse career pathways and professional growth opportunities. To succeed in this role, you will be a dynamic and enthusiastic team player committed to collaboration, continuous learning, and delivering person-centred care. 

Benefits of Joining the Allied Health Reliever Pool Pilot

Working across multiple hospitals in the Allied Health Reliever Pool offers a range of professional and personal benefits, including:

• Travel allowances to support travel between participating hospital sites
• Regional incentives available during full-time regional placement days up to $7000 p.a.
• Professional development bonuses to support ongoing learning and career growth
• Clinical supervision from experienced allied health professionals
• Diverse clinical experience across multiple hospital settings and specialties
• Flexibility and variety in work locations and teams

This pilot program provides a unique opportunity to broaden your clinical exposure while receiving structured support and incentives.

About you  

To be successful in this role you will possess: 

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Physiotherapy 

• Previous physiotherapy experience (at least 24 months) 

• Highly developed interpersonal and leadership experience 

• A strong commitment to high quality care 

• The ability to work as part of a diverse team 

• Excellent communication and organisational skills 

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role. 

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.

Those that are offered and/or start between January and April do not require an up to date vaccination for Influenza to progress providing they are aware of its requirement later in the year. Those that are offered and/or start between May and December require the up to date Influenza vaccination prior to offer.

What we offer 

As contracted by Eastern Health, we offer a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here! 

• Mentor and Shadowing program  

• Access to discovery days across our 50 sites  

• Study and professional development leave  

• Friendly & supportive teams 

• Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion  

• Fitness Passport for work-life balance  

• Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones  

• Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements  

• Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme  

• Access to Private Health Insurance offers  

• Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training  

• Cafes at all of our 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. 

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 note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.** 

Please click here for position decription 

Contact Person: Allison Farley

Contact Phone: 0414 611 363

Contact Email: [email protected]

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) 

Click Here for the Candidate Guide also for help in our recruitment process!

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