Physiotherapist (Paediatrics)

• Location: Sunshine Hospital
• Employment Type: Casual – hours negotiable
• Salary: Physio Grade 3 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

We are looking for a Grade 3 Physiotherapist with extensive experience in Advanced Practice Paediatric Orthopaedics to join our team casual capacity. Weekday work is available. 

The Advanced Practice Paediatric Orthopaedic stream includes Physiotherapy run clinics managing Developmental Hip Dysplasia (DDH), Congenital Foot anomalies (such as Talipes Equinovarus, or Vertical Talus) and an Orthopaedic Assessment Clinic. Previous experience and credentialling in one or more of these areas is essential.

Working in this position you will use your clinical expertise and evidence-based practice to deliver Best Care. The successful candidate with have exceptional communication and organisational skills. You will need to work autonomously, as well as collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team.

This is a well-supported position and provides you with the opportunity to develop your clinical, leadership, and supervision skills; joining a team that is dedicated to excellent outcomes for the child, family-centred and evidence-based practice.

Key responsibilities:

• Running Advanced Practice Physiotherapy Clinics specialising in DDH, CTEV and/or Paediatric Orthopaedic Assessment
• Autonomous practice, with ability to recognise and escalate patients requiring Orthopaedic medical input
• Working collaboratively with families to promote engagement in care

About you: 

• Have experience working as a credentialled Advanced Practice Paediatric Physiotherapist in either DDH, CTEV, and/or Paediatric Orthopaedic Assessment including radiological interpretation, differential diagnosis, clinical assessment, and management
• Have completed relevant Advanced Paediatric Orthopaedic training such as SCiPOP and Ponseti courses (Highly desirable)
• Demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Work collaboratively with the Physiotherapy, Paediatric Orthopaedic/Neonatal and multidisciplinary teams
• Ensure safe and high-quality patient care is delivered in line with Western Health values and policies
• Contribute to a culture that values ongoing learning and be part of a positive workplace

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About Western Health

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs. 

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.

Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
• Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

• Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about excellence in health care and family centred practice we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 17 April 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Madeleine Guthridge (Physiotherapy Team Lead – Paediatrics) on 0479 198 049 or Will O’Sullivan (Manager Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology) on 0402 184 842.

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.