Physiotherapist - Grade 3 - Cardiorespiratory Lead

• Full Time, Permanent Contract
• 80 hours per fortnight - Includes an ADO

Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) is the major health provider in the Central Hume region with an extensive range of acute, sub-acute, aged care and community services.

Our physiotherapy team is committed to delivering exceptional patient-centered care. We take pride in our inclusive, supportive, and friendly workplace culture, fostering an environment where both patients and our dedicated team thrive.

NHW is seeking an experienced physiotherapist, who will provide clinical leadership and expertise in cardiorespiratory physiotherapy, and support the provision of excellent clinical care in the Intensive Care Unit , the acute wards, and beyond. The successful applicant will be dynamic and innovative, with a commitment to providing best-practice care and driving continuous improvement. 

They will be approachable, solutions-focused and have proven capacity to promote a positive and successful team culture. An interest, an experience in clinical research is desirable - with opportunities to support and drive Northeast Health Wangaratta's ongoing research participation (e.g., CHESTY (CHEST infection prevalence following surgerY), ICEAGE (Incidence of Complications following Emergency Abdominal surgery: Get Exercising) and the 3rd Sprint National Anaesthesia Project (SNAP-3)) .

You will work closely with the Manager of Physiotherapy, to grow and streamline cardiorespiratory physiotherapy services across the continuum of care, and foster the development of our physiotherapy workforce. You will be supported to participate in ongoing professional development, high- quality clinical supervision and clinical partnerships with other Victorian Public health cardiorespiratory networks.

Our Region:

• Wangaratta has a population of approximately 30,000 and our catchment serves a community of around 100 000 throughout the northeast.
• An easy 2 ½ hours drive on the Hume freeway from Melbourne and less than an hour to Albury airport with direct flights to most of the large Australian cities.
• We have over 11 schools including private Catholic and Anglican schooling options for pre-year 12.
• Our region is a popular destination year-round. It boasts multiple national parks, picturesque small towns, award winning restaurants, wineries and breweries. 
• Whether you want to hike, mountain bike and ski in the mountains, paddle the rivers or cruise on the rail trails there is something for everyone in the northeast.
• https://www.visitwangaratta.com.au/Home
• https://www.victoriashighcountry.com.au/snow/

The successful applicant will benefit from:

• Competitive remuneration, novated leasing and full salary packaging benefits Available. If you have relocated permanently you may also be able to substantially increase your take-home pay by salary packaging some or all of your relocation costs.
• 5 weeks annual leave and an addition week for any employee working 10 or more weekend shifts. There is also the option for full time employees to be able to purchase additional leave if they wish.
• Full time employees have the option to be able to purchase additional leave if they wish.
• Option to be able to swap any existing public holiday to another religious holiday or day of significance of your choice.
• Employee Assistant Programs (EAP)
• Well being programs and discounted corporate gym membership
• Social Club Benefits
• Support for our diverse workforce

Applying for the role:

• Enquiries can be made with Anne-Marie Boys on (03) 5722 5413
• Confirmation of full Covid-19 and Influenza Vaccination or an approved medical exemption is required upon application
• A PD for this role can be downloaded below or at www.northeasthealth.org.au/careers/jobs/
• Applications must address the key selection criteria from the PD
• Employment Statutory Declaration form must be submitted with your application
• To apply for this position hit Apply Now/Join Now or head over to our careers page at www.northeasthealth.org.au/careers/jobs/
• All additional documents can be uploaded within the application after filling in the key selection criteria
• Applications close Sunday, 1st September 2024

NHW do not accept unsolicited applications from recruitment companies