Physiotherapist - Grade 2

• Location: Sunshine Hospital
• Employment Type: Part-Time (24 hours/week), Fixed Term (until June 2026)
• Salary: Grade 2 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

An exciting opportunity exists for a passionate and patient-centred Grade 2 Physiotherapist to join the Western Health at Health teams working within the GEM at Home service.

The GEM at Home service provides patients with an alternative option to hospital-based rehabilitation by offering holistic interdisciplinary assessment and care for older people with complex, chronic or multiple health conditions within their own home environment rather than in hospital.

This is a fixed term part time position until June 2026. We will consider applications for up to 0.6EFT (3 days per week).

Key responsibilities:

The successful applicant will work in partnership with a strongly committed team to shape the provision, service development and implementation of high quality and efficient care to patients in the home environment.

The GEM at Home service aims to:

• Improve the patient experience by allowing them to receive care in the comfort of their own home
• Assist patients to achieve their care goals and best possible level of health and function
• Promote and support safe and early discharge from inpatient settings

About you:

To be successful in the role, you will have:

• Advanced clinical skills and minimum 2 years’ experience in a Physiotherapy clinical practice role, along with current registration with AHPRA and eligibility for membership of relevant professional association.
• Experience/qualification in aged care and community-based physiotherapy.
• Be able to independently to provide and shape a comprehensive Physiotherapy service to clients of varied diagnostic groups, whilst also working collaboratively within MDT to meet the needs of the client and service.
• Be responsible for managing a portfolio and quality improvement projects in line with Western Health’s strategic business plan.
• Model professional leadership, be able to prioritise tasks, work autonomously, problem solve and self-manage competing demands.
• Highly developed interpersonal, written and electronic communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.
• A current Victorian driver’s licence and agreeable to undergo a police check.

Position Description

About Western Health 

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs. 

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.  

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.  

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges. 

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall. 

Why join us? 

Compensation and benefits 

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards. 

• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements. 

• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey. 

Learning and development opportunities 

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways. 

• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education. 

• Mentorship and career support. 

Community impact and inclusion 

• Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care. 

• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion. 

• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research. 

Organisational culture and environment 

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment. 

• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare. 

Ready to make an impact? 

If you’re passionate about providing Best physiotherapy Care in a GEM setting, 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 7 February 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact:

Name: Catherine Davey

Title: GEM at Home Service Manager

Phone: 0468 783 524

Alternate Contact: Phan Tong

Title: GEM at Home Service Manager

Phone: 0403 675 493

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

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 does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

Western Health