• Limited Term Part Time (contract ending May 2027, 40 hours per fortnight)
• Located at Peninsula University Hospital, Frankston
• Classification: Physiotherapist Grade 2 Year 1 - Year 4 (VB1 - VB4)*

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. 

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.  

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.  

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026. 

The Team & Role 

The Grade 2 Acute Physiotherapist provides safe, personal, effective and connected care to patients based at Frankston Hospital, managing a caseload across varied clinical areas including general medical, acute care of the elderly, respiratory, general surgery and cardiac ward, with flexibility to cover ICU as required and to provide physiotherapy services at other Peninsula Health sites/services as directed by the Head of Physiotherapy. The role provides high quality Physiotherapy services to an acute caseload, ensuring specialised provision of care to enhance recovery and prevent functional decline, discharge planning and facilitation of patient flow, while providing leadership, education and support to Grade 1 Physiotherapists, Allied Health Assistants and Physiotherapy students to ensure excellent care. You will be part of a team that values collaboration, clear and effective communication, continuous learning, critical thinking and problem solving, and being open to change and continuous improvement, with opportunities to represent the Physiotherapy service and identify and act on service improvement initiatives.

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Skills & Experience Required

• Registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia (AHPRA)
• Experience in providing Physiotherapy to cardio-respiratory, general medical and surgical patients
• Recent ICU experience
• Able to competently and autonomously perform high quality Physiotherapy assessment, treatment and patient management, including thorough and appropriate discharge in an acute setting
• Demonstrated skills in the provision of clinical supervision and clinical education
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous and innovative improvement through quality and/or research activities

Benefits  

• Step into state-of-the-art facilities
• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking  
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders 

Next Steps 

For role specific information please contact Lisa Done LDone@phcn.vic.gov.au

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact the Talent Acquisition Team at recruitmentandonboarding@phcn.vic.gov.au or 03 9784 2700 (option 1). 

The role ceases advertising on 23 June 2026: Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.  

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/ 

Additional Information 

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.    

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/    

*Please refer to Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021 – 2026 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience.  For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/ 

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.   

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.