Grade 2 Physiotherapist – Residential Aged Care

Temporary Part-Time April 2026 | 14 hours a week | Flexible days/hours negotiable
Residential Aged Care Service, co-located at Wantirna Health | Carparking on site
Enjoy versatile patient loads | Opportunity for career development

Join the experienced and supportive Allied Health team at Eastern Health Residential Aged Care, where you’ll work in a truly person-centred model of care that values dignity, choice, and meaningful engagement.

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

Eastern Health Physiotherapy is one of the largest Physiotherapy teams in Victoria, with over 240 Physiotherapists and another 40+ Allied Health Assistants working across the full continuum of care, from ED through to a wide variety of acute and sub-acute inpatient services to a large suite of ambulatory post-acute, primary and preventative health services and Residential Aged Care Services. Eastern Health Physiotherapy is also excited to be rapidly expanding our services and practices within our large mental health and wellbeing program.

About the role

This is a wonderful opportunity to be a part of an incredibly passionate and inspiring team within our Residential Aged Care service based at Murrenda, Wantirna Health. The work they do and how they deliver care to our residents is the embodiment of person-centred care, where each resident is cared for with great respect and dignity. The successful applicant will be empowered to broaden their clinical experience and learn from an expert team with a wealth of knowledge. Skills gained from this opportunity are valuable and would beneficially translate into other clinical settings. You will work closely with the Allied Health and broader multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred physiotherapy services. This role supports older adults with diverse and complex needs, including those living with cognitive changes, in alignment with the Aged Care Quality Standards.

Enjoy onsite support from a Grade 3 Physiotherapist and access to senior clinical leads.
Work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team that prioritises respectful, inclusive, and holistic care.
Use the full breadth of your physiotherapy skills to make a meaningful impact on the lives of older people.
Contribute to a culture of continuous learning, quality improvement, and excellence in aged care.

About you

To be successful in this role you will possess:

You will:

Deliver tailored interventions that promote mobility, independence, and wellbeing.
Foster respectful relationships with residents, families, and staff.
Support dignity of risk and shared decision-making in care planning.
Participate in supervision and mentoring of Allied Health Assistants and students.
Engage in service development, quality improvement, and professional learning.

To be successful in this role you will have:

Clinical experience in supporting older adults, including those living with dementia.
Strong understanding of ageing, frailty, and person-centred care principles.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Experience in supervision and mentoring.
Desirable:

Experience in Residential Aged Care settings.
Familiarity with the Aged Care Quality Standards and their application in practice.
Experience supporting individuals with cognitive impairment or responsive behaviours.
Membership with the Australian Physiotherapy Association or relevant professional bodies.

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

Mentor and Shadowing program
Access to discovery days across our 50 sites
Study and professional development leave
Friendly & supportive teams
Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Fitness Passport for work-life balance
Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones
Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements
Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme
Access to Private Health Insurance offers
Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training
Cafes at all of our Hospitals

Next Steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.

We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.

If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.

Good to know:

We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
Advertising may end before the closing date.
We do not accept recruitment agency application.