Physiotherapy Grade 2 - Transition Care Program
Ballarat Central, VIC, AU, 3350
Grade 2 Physiotherapist – Transition Care Program
Fixed Term 1.5 days/week – 19/01/26 to 31/01/27
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Physiotherapist to join our Transition Care Program (TCP) team. This program supports older adults as they transition from hospital to home or residential care, focusing on rehabilitation and independence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver evidence-based physiotherapy interventions to optimise mobility and functional outcomes.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualised care plans.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve client goals.
- Provide education and support to clients, families, and carers.
- Assist with discharge planning and liaise with community services.
About You
- Current AHPRA registration as a Physiotherapist.
- Experience in geriatric rehabilitation, subacute care, or community health (preferred).
- Lead, by example, a culture of recognition and success through the active modelling of the Grampians Health Services values: Collaboration, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Innovation.
- Demonstrate an understanding of relevant service development activities, including evaluation, monitoring, clinical governance and quality improvement.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Commitment to person-centered care.
- Valid driver’s license (community visits may be required).
Why Grampians Health?
- Supportive environment: Benefit from a friendly and collaborative team of Physiotherapists across multi campus teams, including senior Physios experienced in quality improvement and research, supervision and clinical education.
- Career Growth: Enjoy tailored career development pathways and regular supervision customised to meet your individual needs and supporting you to grow your clinical, clinical support and leadership and management skills.
- Professional Development: Enjoy strong support for regular internal and external professional development with paid leave
- Positive Culture: Be part of a compassionate, forward-thinking team with a strong emphasis on a positive workplace culture. Engage in social and extracurricular activities including PT and allied health events
- Lifestyle: Enjoy more affordable living; unique relaxing lifestyle Discover the Grampians region - Grampians Health; and a life balance with flexible work arrangements, salary packaging, and a focus on staff wellbeing with 24/7 support through the Grampians Health Employee Assistance Scheme
If you're eager to thrive in a role that values growth, teamwork and impactful work, we'd love to hear from you.
Click APPLY or if you wish to discuss the role prior to applying please contact Nick Halliburton – Deputy Manager Physiotherapy (Ballarat) on 0482 995 313 with any queries.
To view a copy of the Position Description click here
https://www.gh.org.au/media/3etbobjb/gh-pd-physiotherapy-grade-2-transition-care-program.pdf
We're actively seeking candidates for this role and will review applications as they are submitted. Applications will close when the position is filled.
About Grampians Health
Grampians Health provides healthcare to a large region at our campuses based in Ballarat, Dimboola, Edenhope, Horsham and Stawell. Our mission is to deliver sustainable healthcare tailored to evolving community and workforce needs. We strive to enhance services and careers, providing quality healthcare to rural and regional communities. Joining Grampians Health means being part of a diverse team, with a variety of career opportunities in acute, maternity, mental health, allied health, aged care and support services.
Culture & Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements and purchase leave opportunities
- Salary packaging for living expenses such as rent/mortgage plus meals, entertainment & holidays
- Access to Staff Fitness program
- Staff rewards and recognition programs
Ballarat Region
Ballarat is the largest centre in Western Victoria and the state's fastest growing inland city. Dubbed Australia's most liveable city in 2020, Ballarat is home to first class education, fine dining and boutique shopping. Uniquely located within easy access to Melbourne, Geelong, Bendigo and the Western district, Ballarat is blessed with some of Australia's most significant heritage buildings and natural landscape
