Physiotherapist – Grade 2

CrossNation Healthcare Partner

Role Snapshot

The Physiotherapist (Grade 2) is responsible for the provision of advanced evidence-based Physiotherapy services and programs within a social model of health in the Mildura LGA, while also providing clinical leadership, supervision of Grade 1 Physiotherapists and student placements, and leading service improvement initiatives. The role co-ordinates service planning and evaluation, leads quality management activities, and represents the organisation on key networks and projects. Services are delivered across Victorian Department of Health, My Aged Care, NDIS, fee for service, and brokerage arrangements.

What You Will Do

• Provide advanced evidence-based assessment and intervention for clients of all ages with movement disorders, focusing on prevention and early intervention
• Provide flexible service delivery including individual/group treatment programs, health education, and capacity-building initiatives in the client's natural setting
• Formulate, record, and manage individual care plans for all clients including those in therapeutic groups
• Work within established service standards with a focus on client-centred practice and self-management

Leadership and Team Contribution

• Provide supervision and workload management support to Grade 1 Physiotherapists, AHAs, university placements, and school-based students
• Co-ordinate service planning and evaluation to assist with effective and efficient provision of services
• Delegate to and supervise Allied Health Assistants within their scope of practice
• Represent the organisation on key working parties, networks, and project initiatives

Service Improvement

• Lead the development, review, and management of Physiotherapy documents in the quality management system
• Provide innovation and leadership in best practice service delivery; champion new organisation-wide and service-specific initiatives
• Participate in regular clinical supervision/mentoring with a senior staff member
• Assist in the development and maintenance of equipment and resources for effective service delivery
• Participate in quality activities such as auditing as directed

Stakeholder and Community Engagement

• Liaise and collaborate with health professionals, consumers, services, and community agencies
• Represent the organisation on key working parties, networks, and specific initiatives or projects

Operational Responsibilities

• Work within a multidisciplinary model of care and contribute to integrated service delivery
• Collaborate with the Team Leader and Manager to monitor service performance
• Ensure documentation is timely, accurate, and consistent with organisational policy
• Enter data into the client management system to ensure statistical data and invoicing are accurate
• Manage workload and diary to meet service demands and funding targets
• Contribute to a healthy and safe working environment, modelling ethical behaviour and practices
• Operate, adhere to and demonstrate organisational Mission, Vision and Values
• Participate in quality improvement projects, clinical audits, and service evaluation activities
• Other reasonable duties as directed

What Will Help You Succeed

• Demonstrated clinical leadership and ability to supervise and mentor junior Physiotherapists
• Advanced Physiotherapy assessment, intervention, and care coordination skills
• Commitment to service improvement, evidence-based practice, and innovation

Desirable Experience

• Post-graduate qualifications in a relevant area
• Experience in providing clinical supervision
• Experience developing work practices, policies, and procedures
• Current driver's licence (essential – community home visiting required)

Qualifications and Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in Physiotherapy as recognised by the Australian Physiotherapy Association – essential
• Current registration with AHPRA – essential
• Practising member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association
• Minimum 5 years' clinical experience in evidence-based, client-centred care – essential
• Demonstrated leadership within Physiotherapy and/or a multidisciplinary team – essential
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a range of internal and external stakeholders
• Current driver's licence – essential
• Working With Children Check (Employee) – required prior to commencement
• NDIS Worker Screening Check – required prior to commencement

Skills and Capabilities

• Advanced clinical assessment and intervention skills across Physiotherapy speciality areas relevant to community health
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and provide effective clinical supervision
• Strong understanding of evidence-based practice frameworks and quality management systems
• Highly developed problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Computer literacy with client management systems and Microsoft Office suite
• Understanding of confidentiality and infection control standards

Personal Attributes

• Compassionate, person-centred approach to care
• Reliable, accountable, and organised
• Culturally sensitive with respect for diverse backgrounds and lived experiences
• Calm under pressure with strong problem-solving ability
• Strong work ethic and commitment to continuous professional development
• Team-oriented, collaborative, and approachable

Compliance and Screening

• National Police Check (mandatory for all staff)
• Working With Children Check – Employee (where applicable)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (for all client-contact roles)
• Immunisation evidence per Category A health worker requirements
• Proof of identity and AHPRA registration (where applicable)
• Right to work in Australia – citizen, PR, or valid work authorisation

Professional Standards

All registered professionals must comply with AHPRA requirements, relevant professional body Codes of Conduct, and applicable legislation including the OH&S; Act, Privacy Act, Health Records Act, and Public Health and Wellbeing Act.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people with disability, mature-age workers, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Employment Conditions

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advanced evidence-based assessment and intervention for clients of all ages with movement disorders, focusing on prevention and early intervention
• Provide flexible service delivery including individual/group treatment programs, health education, and capacity-building initiatives in the client's natural setting
• Formulate, record, and manage individual care plans for all clients including those in therapeutic groups
• Work within established service standards with a focus on client-centred practice and self-management

Requirements & Compliance

• Post-graduate qualifications in a relevant area
• Experience in providing clinical supervision
• Experience developing work practices, policies, and procedures
• Current driver's licence (essential – community home visiting required)
• Tertiary qualifications in Physiotherapy as recognised by the Australian Physiotherapy Association – essential
• Current registration with AHPRA – essential
• Practising member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association
• Minimum 5 years' clinical experience in evidence-based, client-centred care – essential
• Demonstrated leadership within Physiotherapy and/or a multidisciplinary team – essential
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a range of internal and external stakeholders
• Current driver's licence – essential
• Working With Children Check (Employee) – required prior to commencement
• NDIS Worker Screening Check – required prior to commencement
• Advanced clinical assessment and intervention skills across Physiotherapy speciality areas relevant to community health
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and provide effective clinical supervision
• Strong understanding of evidence-based practice frameworks and quality management systems
• Highly developed problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Computer literacy with client management systems and Microsoft Office suite
• Understanding of confidentiality and infection control standards