Senior Physiotherapist

Ready to enhance your career and lifestyle? Join the friendly and dynamic team at South West Healthcare Nestled in the stunning Great South Coast region, we serve over 110,000 residents with a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and psychiatric services. With 282 beds and extensive primary and community services, our focus is on delivering exceptional holistic care.Warrnambool, our lively city, offers excellent sports facilities, educational institutions from preschool to university, and a vibrant social and cultural scene. Explore the award‑winning foreshore promenade—a 5.7km coastal path with spectacular views from the breakwater to the Hopkins River mouth. Embrace a rewarding career and a vibrant lifestyle with us About the role South West Healthcare (SWH) is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Grade 3 Senior Physiotherapist to join our large, vibrant, and supportive team. This senior position plays a key leadership role within the Allied Health team and involves the provision of advanced clinical services, primarily within our Sub‑acute Ambulatory Care Services, specifically within our non‑admitted service. You will contribute to clinical excellence, foster team development, and support a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. Our dynamic Physiotherapy team includes: 24 Physiotherapists 9 Allied Health Assistants 2 Exercise Physiologists This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate clinician to make a meaningful impact in community health while working in a progressive and inclusive environment. Position overview Employment Type: Part time (32 hours per fortnight), Fixed term Parental Leave cover Commencing January 2026 until October 2026 Location: Warrnambool Campus Classification: Physiotherapist Grade 3 Salary Range: $104,135.20 – $118,981.20 pro rata, plus superannuation What you bring Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to support management and work independently. Minimum seven years’ experience, ideally with a relevant postgraduate qualification. Advanced clinical knowledge and ability to apply evidence‑based assessment and treatment. Understanding of the role within Allied Health and the broader SWH context. Experience in supervision, mentoring, and education of staff and students. Commitment to continuous improvement, client‑centred care, and best practice. Current Driver’s Licence and General Registration with AHPRA. What we offer Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions. Internal and external professional development opportunities. Ongoing clinical supervision. A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs. Excellent terms and conditions of employment. Who we are As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here. SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio‑economic status. SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the South West region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub‑acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services. With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast. To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: How to apply Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 30 November 2025. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description. Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Allied Health Profession als (Victorian Public Health Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021‑2026, with the classification Physiotherapist Grade 3. The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following: Police Record Check Employee Working with Children Check Current Immunisation status Note: If you experience any difficulties with this website, please email: **************@swh.net.au Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr