Alfred Health
Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.
- Permanent position
- Full Time (80 hours per fortnight + ADO)
- Grade 1 Physiotherapist (VA3-AF13)
- Located at Caulfield Hospital - Caulfield Community Health Service
- Great staff benefits!
The Department
The Caulfield Community Health Service (CCHS) provides a range of clinical and health promotion services for people of all ages who live, work or study within the local community. These multi-disciplinary services are provided in the centre, community, home or via Telehealth. CCHS operates from the Caulfield Hospital site.
The Role
The job will involve comprehensive assessments and time limited interventions. The majority of the clients will be over 65 and referred via My Aged Care under the Commonwealth Home Support Program.
The Grade 1 Physiotherapist position will sit within the Adult Health team and you will:
- Manage a diverse caseload including musculoskeletal, neurological, pain and chronic conditions
- Develop and implement person centred care plans
- Work within a multi-disciplinary team to ensure a holistic approach to client support
- Liaise with relevant agencies to coordinate, facilitate and communicate client treatment and outcomes
- Participate in regular supervision with the discipline senior to ensure quality professional practice
Qualifications and Experience Required
Essential
- Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy
- Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and adherence to continuing professional development requirements
- At least 1 year post qualifying clinical experience as a Physiotherapist
- Current Victorian drivers’ licence (unrestricted).
- Capacity to work autonomously and yet facilitate a collaborative culture
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and problem-solving skills
Desirable
- Credentialed with SWEP/Geat2go for equipment / modification prescription
Staff Benefits
- Salary packaging and novated leasing
- Health and wellbeing initiatives
- Discounted health insurance
- Opportunities for professional development
- 5 weeks annual leave
To apply for the Grade 1 Physiotherapy position, please provide the following:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and outlining how your expereince will relate to this role
If you would like further details, please contact Kieran McGregor, Adult Health Team Leader, or Ed Kayayan, Population Health Team Leader ph 9076 6666.
Applications close 11pm AEST, Sunday 22nd September 2024.
Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.
In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.
Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au