Physiotherapist

Physiotherapist - West Melbourne Metro Region -Home Care PackagesAbout Us : At Uniting AgeWell, we support older people to experience wellbeing, choice, and independence.

We are a values-based organization committed to providing high-quality community and residential services.

For more information, please visit Choose Uniting AgeWell - Allied Health (West Melbourne Metro Region)?Be Part of Something New : Join our expanding services in the West Melbourne Metro Region and contribute to a fresh, innovative approach to Allied Health in Community Aged Care.

Future-Focused Environment : This role offers the flexibility of remote work with the opportunity to collaborate and innovate in our brand-new, state-of-the-art Braybrook Allied Health space, designed to foster collaboration and innovation and equipped with purpose-built consultation and treatment spaces, including a fully equipped gym (suitable for older clientele's rehab and preventative health needs), a wellness studio, new equipment, and dedicated office areas that provide an ideal environment for administrative tasks and report writing.Driving Change : Be at the forefront of transforming Allied Health services in the community, with a focus on empowering clients and embracing new approaches.

Easy access to public transport and on-site parking.

Above award hourly rates.

Salary packaging benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650 annually.

Annual Leave loading.

Career pathways, education, and training opportunities.

Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program available 24 / 7 for our staff.

Enhanced Parental Leave options.

Not for profit, values-based organization.

About the role : Join a supportive and growing Allied Health team, where you'll have opportunities to contribute and develop alongside the serviceEducation and Professional Development : We provide generous financial support for professional development, enabling you to expand your skills and knowledge in your chosen areas of interest.Contribute to the innovation and evolution of our Allied Health service model, with the opportunity to implement best practices and influence future service delivery.. As a qualified Physiotherapist, you will play a pivotal role in establishing our innovative service in the West Melbourne metro region and our new Braybrook Allied Health site.

You'll be responsible for providing focused home-based and on-site services (roughly 80% home 20% on site) for older clientele (65+) with a variety of health conditions, accessing services through their Home Care Package (HCP).

Our service is built on a foundation of innovation, focusing on clients' strengths, goal-directed interventions, and maximising independence and autonomy.

We aim to redefine how Allied Health is delivered in Community Aged Care.

You will be part of a supportive team with regular team meetings, one-to-one clinical supervision, and support from the Clinical Lead.

About you : You are a passionate and motivated physiotherapist with excellent clinical skills, committed to continuous learning and delivering best practice.

You want to make a difference in the lives of older adults by enhancing their self-esteem, empowering them to make choices, and achieving exceptional outcomes.

You are interested in a full-time opportunity or working 4 days per week.This is the place for you if you : Recognised tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy.

Current registration with AHPRA.

Experience working in the Community Aged Care sector with clients receiving services through their Home Care Package.

Demonstrated knowledge of clinical practice working with a variety of health conditions in 65+ year old clientele.

The ability to work autonomously and manage a caseload independently.

Have full Australian working rights and are able to pass a national police clearance.

Have a valid driver's license and access to a car.Ability to collaborate effectively within a team while also managing an individual caseload.Graduates need not apply.

Essentials for working in Aged Care : A current Working With Children Check card / Vulnerable People card.

Current and ongoing flu and COVID-19 vaccinations.

Australian working rights.

Ability to pass a national police clearance and NDIS Clearance.

Make a positive difference in your community – apply now!Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this role.

For more information, please contact the Recruitment Team at

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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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