Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $100,000 - $110,000
Grade: Grade not specified
Occupation: Health and allied health
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 8837
About the role:
We are looking for an enthusiastic Grade 2 Physiotherapist to join our Cardiorespiratory team at Footscray hospital this is a non-rotating full-time, fixed term position until 7/11/2027.
The role is available based on a 76-hour fortnight, comprising of 9 shifts (including 1 weekend shift).
Working in our General Medicine team, you will use your acute, critical care, and general cardiorespiratory skills to deliver best care to a variety of General Medicine patients. Support for other cardiorespiratory caseloads at Footscray Hospital may be required such as surgical, ENT and respiratory. This position includes regular weekend work where you will provide Grade 2 leadership and support to casual and junior staff on our weekend physiotherapy service.
These are well-supported positions and provide opportunity for training and development of your clinical, supervision and leadership skills, joining a team that is dedicated to evidence-based practice and continuous improvement. Grade 2 Physiotherapists at Western Health participate in our Research and Quality program and contribute to our stream portfolios and department committees. In this role you will be supported by experienced Grade 3 and 4 Physiotherapists and encouraged in your ongoing professional development. We have a strong research focus with a number of PhD candidates within our cardiorespiratory team and exciting opportunities for involvement in small and larger scale research projects.
With the new Footscray Hospital now open (February 2026), providing high-quality facilities that support and promote innovative health care delivery, it is an exciting time to join the Western Health Physiotherapy team, with fantastic opportunities for career progression.
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.
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About Western Health
Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne’s West - one of Australia’s fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.
More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.
We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.
We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.
Why join us?
Compensation and Benefits
Learning and Development
Community Impact and Inclusion
Organisational Culture and Environment
Ready to make an impact?
If you’re passionate about compassionate care and innovation in cardiorespiratory physiotherapy, 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 27 September 2026.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact:
Name: Julia Lynch
Title: Physiotherapy Operations Lead
Phone: 0434 821 124
Alternate Contact: Candice Poupard
Title: Physiotherapy Operations Lead
Phone: 0466 835 758
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.
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.