At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver hospital-level rehab in patients' homes using innovative virtual health technologies.
- Company: Join St Vincent's Health Australia, a leader in compassionate healthcare.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, professional development, and salary packaging options.
- Other info: Work autonomously while being part of a supportive multidisciplinary team.
- Why this job: Transform healthcare and make a real difference in patients' lives.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered Physiotherapist with at least three years of experience.
The predicted salary is between 66150 - 80850 $ per year.
Job Description
Transform the future of healthcare - Deliver hospital-level rehabilitation in patients' homes, combining face-to-face care with innovative virtual health technologies.
Work with autonomy and purpose - Manage your own caseload while being supported by an experienced multidisciplinary team delivering evidence-based care.
Grow your career with one of Australia's leading health providers - Access outstanding professional development, salary packaging and opportunities across the St Vincent's national network.
St Vincent's Care at Home
At St Vincent's Health Australia , we're redefining healthcare through our Care at Home portfolio, we are we're combining clinical excellence, digital innovation and multidisciplinary collaboration to:
- Deliver hospital-level care beyond the hospital.
- Improve recovery outcomes while reducing unnecessary hospital stays.
- Increase patient independence, choice and quality of life.
- Build a more sustainable healthcare system for future generations.
This is more than a new model of care-it's one of the most significant transformations in Australian healthcare
Our Rehab at Home program is an established, evidence-based model that combines expert in-home physiotherapy, virtual care and multidisciplinary coordination to deliver exceptional rehabilitation outcomes beyond the traditional hospital setting.
Supporting patients recovering from elective orthopaedic surgery and acute private hospital admissions, the program enables safe early discharge, promotes faster recovery and reduces unnecessary hospital stays-allowing patients to rehabilitate in the comfort, familiarity and independence of their own homes.
As part of St Vincent's Care Home vision, Rehab at Home is redefining rehabilitation by combining clinical excellence, innovative technology and compassionate, person-centred care to deliver better outcomes for patients and the broader health system.
About the Opportunity
We're seeking an experienced Grade 2 Physiotherapist to join our growing Rehab at Home team in Werribee , South West Melbourne .
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an established, innovative service that is shaping the future of rehabilitation.
Working autonomously across Melbourne, you'll become a trusted clinician for your patients while collaborating closely with an experienced multidisciplinary team.
You'll use your clinical expertise alongside digital health technologies to deliver contemporary, evidence-based rehabilitation that is personalised, proactive and centred around each patient's goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive physiotherapy assessments and evidence-based rehabilitation programs within patients' homes.
- Support patients recovering from elective orthopaedic surgery and acute private hospital admissions.
- Develop personalised treatment plans that maximise recovery, mobility and independence.
- Utilise virtual care and digital health technologies to enhance continuity of care and patient engagement.
- Collaborate with medical, nursing and allied health professionals to optimise patient outcomes.
- Support early supported discharge and hospital avoidance initiatives.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to quality improvement activities.
- Champion patient-centred, evidence-based rehabilitation practice.
About You
You're an experienced Physiotherapist who thrives in autonomous practice, enjoys building meaningful relationships with patients and is passionate about delivering exceptional rehabilitation outcomes.
You're a committed professional with clinical excellence, sound judgement and a genuine commitment to helping people recover safely in their own homes.
Current registration as a Physiotherapist with AHPRA.
Minimum three (3) years' post-graduate physiotherapy experience (essential).
Experience in rehabilitation, orthopaedics, subacute care or community-based services (highly regarded).
Excellent clinical reasoning and evidence-based decision-making skills.
Outstanding communication, organisation and time management abilities.
Confidence working independently in community settings.
Experience using digital health platforms or telehealth (or a willingness to embrace new technologies).
Current Australian Driver's Licence.
Access to a reliable motor vehicle.
Why join St Vincent's Health Australia?
At St Vincent's, our people are at the heart of everything we do.
When you join us, you'll become part of Australia's largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, committed to delivering compassionate care and creating healthier communities.
One Connected St Vincent's- Be part of an organisation transforming healthcare through collaboration, innovation and integrated models of care that improve outcomes for communities across Australia.
Career Growth & Development -Access ongoing professional development, clinical education, mentoring and career opportunities across our national health network.
- Salary Packaging -Increase your take-home pay through generous
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Physiotherapist in Melbourne employer: St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne
St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional development. With a central Fitzroy location, employees enjoy a healthy work/life balance, access to fitness facilities, and opportunities for career growth within a leading teaching and research health service. The culture of continuous improvement and commitment to diversity makes it a rewarding place to work for those passionate about making a difference in healthcare.
Contact Details:
St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne Recruitment Team
