Physiotherapist
· Casual Physiotherapist positions available
· Friendly and supportive team environment
· Free on-site staff parking | Moreland Station minutes away
Are you an enthusiastic Physiotherapist looking to join a highly experienced interdisciplinary Allied Health team? Do you have a passion for managing a varied fast stream acute case load?
About the role
John Fawkner Private Hospital is seeking enthusiastic and innovative Physiotherapists to join our team on a casual basis. The successful applicants would be involved in providing physiotherapy services to the acute surgical wards, CCU and ICU.
John Fawkner Private Hospital is a fully accredited 186-bed acute care facility providing a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, cancer and critical care services. Equipped with advanced medical, surgical and diagnostic technology, John Fawkner Private is focused on meeting the growing healthcare needs of patients in our local community and surrounding regions.
The Hospital has an established reputation as a leading healthcare provider, achieving recognition in many specialties throughout the years. Specialising in Cardiology, Orthopaedics, General Surgery and Cancer, the Hospital provides a comprehensive range of onsite medical and surgical services and delivering the highest standard in all areas of health care.
As the largest private hospital with the only private 24 hr. Emergency Department and Critical Care unit in northwestern Melbourne, John Fawkner Private works with highly skilled visiting specialists who offer subspecialty expertise.
John Fawkner Private Hospital has a long-established tradition for providing quality healthcare to our local community, the veteran community and patients travelling from regional northwest Victoria.
As a Physiotherapist, your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering excellent clinical services related to assessment, treatment, planning and evidence-based practice
- Participating in program development and quality improvement activities within the Allied Health Department
- Working closely with the multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care to patients and their support people
- Discharge planning with the multidisciplinary team and referrals to external services
- Clinical supervision of physiotherapy and allied health assistant students
Selection Criteria:
- Bachelor in Physiotherapy or equivalent
- Minimum 3 years Physiotherapy clinical experience
- Current AHPRA Registration
- Excellent clinical practice skills in assessment and intervention
- Highly developed communication skills and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent organisation and time management skills
- Commitment to interdisciplinary teamwork
- Experience with Orthopaedic and ICU preferred
- Weekday availability preferred but not essential
Why Healthscope?
When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care.
Our people are at the heart of our organisation – no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. We work together to create positive, memorable experiences, alongside our quality care, in every moment of every day.
As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our 38 sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for. Healthscope opens the door to endless opportunities for our people, giving them the flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network.
We encourage the pursuit of continuous professional development and education and support our people to grow and flourish securely.
We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us.
While our hospital network is vast, Healthscope is a family. We support each other, we share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together.
Come and be the difference in our patient’s lives.
Applications close: October 9th 2024
To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out to recruitment@healthscope.com.au
More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.