Physiotherapist - Grade 3
- Location: Footscray Hospital
- Employment Type: Ongoing, Full Time
- Salary: Grade 3 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
About the role:
We are looking for enthusiastic and experienced Physiotherapists to join our Cardiorespiratory team in a permanent capacity. Part-Time and Full-time roles potentially available.
These Grade 3 Physiotherapy positions have a mixed caseload of General and Special Medicine specialties and will provide leadership and strategic direction to the Cardiorespiratory team. The successful candidate will use their expertise in discharge planning, person-centred care, and collaboration with the Multidisciplinary Team to deliver Best Care to a variety of complex patient cohorts including acute and chronic respiratory illnesses; tracheostomy care (including weaning and discharge); heart failure; post falls management; amputees; bariatric; NDIS; and the diabetic foot service.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate on service delivery and lead innovation, quality and research activity across these Medical Specialties and work collaboratively with the broader cardiorespiratory team across Footscray and Sunshine hospital sites.
This is a well-supported position and provides the opportunity for you to develop your clinical, leadership, supervision and research skills; joining a team that is dedicated to excellent patient outcomes, evidence based practice and continuous improvement. Grade 3 Physiotherapists at Western Health participate in Research and Quality Improvement as well as Education and Training programs within the Physiotherapy service.
Come and join our innovative, supportive and friendly department, with our strong positive workplace culture, and help us continue to improve the lives of our community in the West.
Other benefits of working with us include:
- Five weeks of annual leave/year
- Monthly Accrued Days Off (ADO)
- Generous PD allowance and annual skills incentive payment
- Salary Packaging and novated car leasing.
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About you:
- Well developed clinical skills and leadership capacity across a range of acute cardiorespiratory cohorts, as well as experience in supervising staff and students.
- Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Work collaboratively with the Physiotherapy and Multidisciplinary teams
- Ensure safe and high quality patient care is delivered in line with Western Health values and Live Best Care framework
- Contribute to a culture that values ongoing learning and be part of a positive workplace
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?
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 12 December 2025.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact William O'Sullivan via William.O'Sullivan@wh.org.au.
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 does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.