Physiotherapy (Grade 3) - Musculoskeletal
About the role
We have an excellent opportunity for experienced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist to join our Early Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) team to provide care to our post-operative orthopaedic patients and support our Physiotherapy senior leadership team. This is a Grade 3 permanent, part time position and will primarily be based at our Williamstown Hospital campus.
The ERAS service improves access to surgery for our local community who are awaiting orthopaedic elective surgery (TKR/THR) and ensures timely care, excellent outcomes and early discharge. As a Grade 3 Physiotherapist in this team, you will provide physiotherapy assessment and intervention in preadmission clinic and in the ward setting. You will also work with the Multidisciplinary team to provide coordinated and patient centred care, as well as working with the ERAS coordinator to ensure effective service delivery and participate in the project evaluation.
You will be part of the Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy team who are dedicated to providing holistic patient-centred care, delivering excellent patient outcomes, and providing evidence-based practice. You will have the opportunity to provide leadership and strategic direction within the team and be involved in research and quality improvement activities, while working collaboratively with other senior clinicians. You will receive supervision from Grade 4 Physiotherapists, and be well supported in developing your clinical, leadership, supervision and research skills. Grade 3 Physiotherapists at Western Health contribute to our Education and Training programs within the Physiotherapy service.
Other benefits of working with us:
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Grade 3 Physiotherapy role, permanent part time
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Five weeks of annual leave/ year
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Structured professional development pathway, generous PD allowance and annual skills incentive payment
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Salary Packaging and novated car leasing.
To be Successful in this Role you will
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Have well developed clinical skills and leadership capacity in the management of acute orthopaedic surgical patient cohorts, as well as experience in supervising staff and students.
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Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Work collaboratively with the Physiotherapy and Multidisciplinary teams
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Ensure safe and high-quality patient care is delivered in line with Western Health values and policies
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Contribute to a culture that values ongoing learning and be part of a positive workplace
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. It is a very exciting time for us, with new the Footscray Hospital due to open in 2025 and the new Melton Hospital in 2029. See why our Allied Health Staff love working at Western Health: My Why - Allied Health recruitment. Find out more about our team by following us on Facebook (@westernhealthphysio) and Instagram (westernhealth_physio)
Contact details
For enquiries about the position, please contact Clinical leads Musculoskeletal and Advanced Practice Physiotherapy - Rebecca Pile (0466 940 955) or Bhavna Trivedy (0481 916 669).
Applications close at 11:59pm on 4 July 2025.
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-centered 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?
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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.
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