Physiotherapist Grade 3 - Advanced Musculoskeletal Practice

## Job Description:* Permanent / Part time (3 hours per week), Tuesday afternoons* Neurosurgery clinic* Senior leadership opportunity* Friendly and dynamic team**About the Role**An opportunity currently exists for a Grade 3 physiotherapist to join the physiotherapy department. The successful applicant will be responsible for providing high quality, overall physiotherapy management to patients in Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy clinics of the Fitzroy campus of St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne. The successful candidate will be involved in the management of an individual caseload of patients in Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Neurosurgery clinics, managing the care of patients with spinal conditions from metropolitan and regional Victoria. They will have opportunity to begin, establish or consolidate their skills in the AMP clinic with the support of senior medical and physiotherapy clinical staff.The position involves taking a leadership role within the department and in the musculoskeletal outpatient team as well as being responsible for quality activities and research projects within the musculoskeletal team. The role is also responsible for supervision of junior staff, and Allied Health Assistants and other duties as directed/delegated.This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic physiotherapist to join a cohesive and progressive integrated team, committed to excellence in clinical practice, research and professional development. Must have, or be currently eligible for National Physiotherapist Registration.Classifications for this position will be VB7 – VC1 ($52 - $60 per hour).**Duties include*** Provide assessment and clinical management to patients within relevant Advanced Scope Physiotherapy clinics at SVHM (eg. Neurosurgical clinics)* Provide leadership and co-ordination of the musculoskeletal outpatient team* Supervision and management of the clinical education program for undergraduate students, as required* Involvement in multidisciplinary meetings and planning* Lead research and/or quality improvement activities in the musculoskeletal team**Your contribution*** Minimum seven years of post-graduate experience* Post-graduate qualification in relevant area of physiotherapy (or working towards) would be highly regarded* Broad experience in and knowledge of physiotherapy management in a musculoskeletal outpatient setting.* Demonstrated leadership skills and extensive experience in the supervision and professional development of physiotherapists, students and support staff.* Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment**What we offer*** A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs* Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling* Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities* Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!* In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks* Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation* Culture of continuous improvement**Physiotherapy Department** The Physiotherapy Department provides high quality clinical services across a spectrum of acute, sub-acute and outpatient services. The Department works as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide assessment, treatment and a range of therapeutic services to optimise patient care and maximise function. The Department is committed to fostering excellence in evidence based clinical care, research and education. **Working at St Vincent’s** St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence. **Application** Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced. **We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.** Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM. SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations). This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.**Contact:** David Simondson, Lead Advance Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist Neurosurgery Clinics, ()## Closing Date:5 April 2026 11:59pm## Reconciliation Action Plan:*At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.**For further information, visit or get in contact at *## Code of Conduct:St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a Catholic not-for-profit healthcare provider with a reputation for compassionate care and world-leading innovation. Part of the St Vincent’s Health Australia group, we are a leading tertiary teaching hospital providing a comprehensive suite of services including acute medical and surgical services, emergency and critical care, aged care, diagnostics, rehabilitation, allied health, mental health, palliative and residential care.Operating from 18 sites across greater Melbourne, this includes a major teaching, academic research and tertiary referral centre situated in Fitzroy, a soon to be established Rapid Access Hub at St Vincent’s Hospital on The Park, St George’s Health Service Kew, palliative care at Caritas Christi Hospice, as well as aged care, correctional health, mental health and community centres, pathology collection centres, general practice services and dialysis satellite centres. We continue to be at the forefront of care for Victoria’s most in-need communities.Employing more than 7,000 staff and with over 880 beds in daily use, the core aim of SVHM is to improve the patient experience through better access, superior outcomes and a more efficient and responsive health service.
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