- Limited Term Part Time, 40 hours per fortnight until 29/05/2026
- Located at Frankston Hospital
- Classification: Grade 2 or 3*
On 1st January 2026, five health services (Kooweerup Regional Health Service, Peninsula Health, Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health and Gippsland Southern Health Service) will come together to create Bayside Health; a newly merged health service with more than 22,000 employees caring for a community of over 1.2 million Victorians.
The new health service will provide people with the best possible care with services that support them throughout their lives. The merger will also strengthen our workforce, providing new training, education and career opportunities. Subject to final approval on 1st January 2026, all employees from the five health services will transfer to Bayside Health.
The Team & Role
The Grade 2 or 3 Paediatric Physiotherapist is an integral member of the physiotherapy team and works within the Paediatric stream of the Physiotherapy Department. This role provides clinical services to paediatric inpatients in the Special Care Nursery, Paediatric and Adolescent wards, and to paediatric outpatients at the Frankston Hospital. The Grade 2 or 3 paediatric Physiotherapist has responsibilities for teaching and supervising staff and undergraduate students and plays a key role in ensuring our paediatric services are of a high standard and are continuously improving.
Please click here to see the position description for Grade 2
Please click here to see the position description for Grade 3
Skills and Experience Required
Essential
• Registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia (AHPRA)
• Current Working With Children Check
• Significant clinical experience in paediatric physiotherapy and demonstrated capacity to apply these skills in an acute and acute outpatient setting
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
• Takes an organised and methodical approach to the prioritisation of tasks
• Demonstrated skills in the provision of clinical supervision and clinical education
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous and innovative improvement through quality and/or research activities
• Developing leadership skills
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development
Desirable
• Relevant post-graduate qualifications or working towards same
• Member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association Paediatric Special Interest Group
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
Follow the steps to apply to be redirected to our recruitment platform.
For role specific information please contact Katie Palmer on 0492 042 600.
If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact insert relevant recruitment team and contact details.
The role ceases advertising on 28/11/2025.
Peninsula Health employees; you must click 'employee login' to apply for this position internally.
Additional Information
Peninsula 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.
It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.
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