Senior Clinical Physiotherapist G3

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• Senior Clinician Physiotherapists (Grade 3) Advanced Physiotherapy Practice – Emergency Department
• Full time opportunity, with flexibility to participate in a 7‑day service and work varying shifts as required
• Heidelberg location, with multiple public transport options

Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across three campuses in the north-east of Melbourne and statewide. We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our goal to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives. 

About the department

The Physiotherapy Department is committed to promoting the highest levels of care for our patients. In realising this goal, the department will lead and excel in research, teaching and the use of person-centred evidence-based practice. The department provides services on all three campuses of Austin Health, from the Emergency Department through to bed-based services and ongoing ambulatory care.  

About the role 

As a Senior Clinician Physiotherapist, you will join a dynamic and supportive multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high‑quality, evidence‑based care. Working across Fast Track, Short Stay, Imaging Review and Back Pain Clinics, you will play a key role in optimising patient flow, enhancing clinical outcomes, and supporting safe, effective discharge planning.

You’ll be part of a collaborative environment that values professional growth, innovation and shared learning. Our Physiotherapy Department has a strong culture of continuing education, quality improvement and clinical excellence, supported through leadership forums, research initiatives and teaching opportunities.

A regular day will see you:   

• Conduct comprehensive musculoskeletal and spinal assessments and providing treatment for patients presenting to ED
• Liaise with medical, nursing and allied health colleagues to ensure coordinated and patient‑centred care
• Act as a clinical resource within the ED, supporting junior staff
• Facilitate referral pathways and follow‑up care for patients
• Participate in continuing education, supervision, teaching, and departmental quality improvement activities
• Contribute to a 7‑day ED physiotherapy service and adopting flexible work practices
• Maintain high standards of clinical documentation, risk identification, and adherence to Austin Health quality and safety processes

This is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to patient care in a fast‑paced and supportive environment, while developing your advanced practice skills within a leading Australian emergency department.

About you 

You are an experienced and motivated physiotherapist with excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to delivering high‑quality, patient‑centred care. You bring energy, initiative and a genuine interest in advanced musculoskeletal and spinal practice, particularly within the emergency care environment. You thrive in collaborative settings and value opportunities to continue developing your clinical expertise.

To be successful in this role you’ll bring with you:

• A recognised Physiotherapy qualification and current registration with AHPRA
• Significant experience in the assessment and management of musculoskeletal and spinal presentations
• Ability to confidently provide safe, evidence‑based physiotherapy care for patients with a diverse range of acute clinical conditions
• Strong understanding of the broader emergency department context, including interdisciplinary roles and patient pathways
• A commitment to ongoing professional development, clinical excellence and evidence‑based practice
• Flexibility to participate in a 7‑day service and work varying shifts as required

Our benefits 

Working at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day. Our people also receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including: 

• Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging, for living expenses, meals, and holiday accommodation. 
• A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted fitness memberships and special offers on health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program. 
• Onsite childcare at Austin Hospital, easy access via public transport and car parking options. 
• Mentoring and career development opportunities. 

Work with us! 

We are committed to cultural safety and health equity for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. We celebrate, value, and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, bodies, and abilities. We welcome and support applications from talented people identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ and people of all ages and cultures. 

If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage your early application. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. What matters most is your passion, your drive and your willingness to learn and contribute. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad prior to the advertised closing date. 

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and if required, a Working with Children Check. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, you are welcome to reach out to the hiring manager: Mark Hindson, Physiotherapist G4 at Mark.HINDSON@austin.org.au

Interested in finding out more about this opportunity? Read the position description for further details. 

Application closing date: Wednesday 8 April 2026