GRADUATE PROGRAM 2025
We're getting ready for an exciting time of growth and transformation in the disability, community, and aged care sectors with our 2025 program. We're looking for passionate New Graduates who thrive on change and want to help shape the future of our services while growing their clinical skills and career paths.
Our Graduate Program is designed to provide a solid foundation for aspiring Physiotherapists. We focus solely on Physiotherapy and provide a supportive program that aims to boost your confidence in both clinical and non-clinical skills. You'll have regular 1:1 sessions with your Mentor, as well as tailored professional development opportunities across different clinical settings. You can choose from a pure caseload, a hybrid caseload in Community Services and/or Aged Care.
At UPG, you'll join a team of dedicated physiotherapists committed to providing exceptional care across various healthcare settings. Our team works in aged care facilities and communities across VIC, NSW, QLD, TAS, and WA, enhancing the quality of life for thousands of aged care clients. Additionally, we have a Flagship Studio offering Pilates, Yoga, Private Physiotherapy services, and sports physiotherapy services to local clubs. You'll have the unique opportunity to work across diverse settings, enriching your professional experience and contributing to positive outcomes for our clients.
Responsibilities and Duties
Completing comprehensive assessments, formulating plans and delivering treatment to clients
Correspondence with clients, their families, nursing, medical practitioners, allied health practitioners case managers and equipment suppliers
Exercise prescription and review, including leading of exercise groups
Liaising with the broader clinical team and facility management to deliver tailored care plans and assist clients to achieve their goals
Managing your daily schedule effectively, including clinical and non-clinical tasks
Participating in regular Professional Development and developing skills through individual mentoring and team learning events
Delivering Falls prevention workshops, Manual Handling Training and other education to staff
Opportunities to work within other clinical settings at UPG
Qualifications and Skills
A Bachelor of Physiotherapy (or higher)
AHPRA Registration (General Registration)
Clinical skills to perform comprehensive Assessment, Treatment, Risk Assessments
Appropriate working visas - no visa restrictions
A National Police Certificate
NDIS Check/Working with Children Check
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work in a team
Benefits and Perks
A highly competitive remuneration package including superannuation paid annual and sick leave
Comprehensive orientation including a supportive mentor program with our senior physios
Ongoing training and professional development and subsidy support for external training that you choose to do
Further opportunities in managerial positions
Social events and great work life balance
Staff discounts for fitness classes including yoga/pilates/physio at our flagship studio, UPG Studio
Opportunities to travel between VIC, NSW, QLD & TAS