Community Services Physiotherapist

Western Suburbs, Melbourne

Specialising in community services and post-acute care, the team at UPG are dedicated to providing the gold standard in clinical management. With over 100 Physiotherapists, ranging from graduates through to experts in the field with over 20 years experience in musculoskeletal, neurological and cardio-respiratory physiotherapy, our team focuses on the development of our staff and up-to-date practices. Our group works in aged care facilities and in the community across VIC, NSW, QLD, TAS and WA improving the quality of life for thousands of valued clients. In addition we have a Flagship Studio where we provide Pilates, Yoga and Private Physiotherapy service along with sports physiotherapy services to local clubs. We pride ourselves on ensuring all clinicians receive ongoing training and continued growth opportunities in their chosen speciality, ensuring that we remain one of the leading providers of community based physiotherapy.

An exciting opportunity exists to join the expanding Community based team at United Physiotherapy Group based in the Western suburbs of Melbourne. There are opportunities to join the team in either a Full-Time or flexible Part-Time role.

We are seeking both experienced or early career Physiotherapists, ideally with experience in Community Services. As we enter an exciting period of growth and change across both the aged care and community sector, we are looking for those who embrace this change and want to help shape the growth and development of our service in addition to their clinical role.

Here at UPG, you will find a group of physiotherapists who are passionate about delivering exceptional care across multiple health care settings.

The Role

We are excited to be able to offer a position within our Community Services team at UPG. This is an excellent opportunity to work with experts in the field and develop your skills with a diverse client base including NDIS, DVA, Home Care, STRC, Primary Care and Private Clients across Metro Melbourne and Regional Victoria.

As a Community Services Physiotherapist your role will involve:

  • Engaging with clients with a variety of clinical presentations across a range of community environments from clients home to local pools and retirement living villages.

  • Seeing clients across a variety of funding streams including NDIS, Home Care Packages, DVA, STRC, Primary Care and CHSP.

  • Liaising with Case Manager/Support Coordinators and the larger team to enable clients to achieve their goals.

  • Managing your schedule effectively including clinical and non-clinical tasks

  • Participating in ongoing Professional Development and developing skills through individual mentoring and team learning events

  • Running community based exercise groups, Hydrotherapy Groups and Falls prevention programs.

About you

We would like to hear from people who are passionate about community services and pride themselves on high quality care. An ideal candidate will have excellent clinical skills, a focus on patient driven care and be motivated to always develop their skills further.

Qualifications and Skills

  • A Bachelor of Physiotherapy OR an equivalent internationally (and APA) recognised qualification

  • AHPRA Registration (General Registration)

  • Clinical skills to perform comprehensive Assessment, Treatment, Risk Assessments

  • A National Police Certificate

  • NDIS Check/Working with Children Check

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

  • Ability to work in a team

  • Driver’s license and access to your own car

Why join us?

UPG offers an excellent opportunity to work in a flexible team environment, with ongoing professional development opportunities and career growth potential. With us, you will have access to the following benefits

  • A highly competitive remuneration package including superannuation, paid annual and sick leave

  • Comprehensive orientation including a supportive environment and support from senior management

  • Ongoing training and professional development and a $1k annual subsidy to support external training that you choose to do

  • Autonomy to manage your schedule around the teams need and operational requirements

  • Attractive career development opportunities

  • Further opportunities in leadership positions

  • Opportunity to work within our South Yarra clinic and various sporting teams

  • Social events and great work life balance

  • Opportunities to travel between VIC, NSW, QLD, TAS & WA, including for learning and development events

For experienced applicants looking for leadership and development opportunities, we can offer:

  • Unrivaled opportunities for career growth and leadership development

  • Opportunities to develop skills in service development, process and quality improvement and change management.

  • A chance to work closely with experienced Allied Health leaders

Does this sound like you? Apply now via the appropriate links or by sending a cover letter and resume to careers@unitedphysiogroup.com.au or if you have any questions you can contact Claire on 0402 883 102 or via email at claire@unitedphysiogroup.com.au for a confidential chat.