Job Description: Excellent benefits including salary packaging Challenging and rewarding work environment 2 month fixed-term appointment Part time (8 hours per week) About the Role This 12-month fixed-term role will support the Dyne DM1 clinical trial by delivering physiotherapy assessments and interventions for patients with Myotonic Dystrophy Type 1. The position sits within a multidisciplinary team focused on high-quality patient care and will involve both direct assessments and collaboration with neuromuscular physiotherapy specialists. Deliver high-quality, evidence-based assessment and clinical management to patients in the Dyne DM1 trial. Collaborate with medical and allied health staff to provide coordinated patient care, escalating or referring as needed. Ensure accurate documentation, equipment maintenance, and compliance with SVHM policies and procedures. Actively participate in ongoing professional development and review of literature related to myotonic dystrophy. Support team operations by contributing to meetings, maintaining statistics, and assisting other trial staff as required. Classifications for this position will range from VB7 - VC1 ($104,135 - $118,981 per annum pro rata) Your Contribution Current AHPRA registration and a recognised degree in Physiotherapy. Minimum of seven years’ post-graduate experience with extensive knowledge in neuromuscular physiotherapy. Proven leadership and multidisciplinary team collaboration skills, with strong written and verbal communication. Experience in research, service development, and commitment to continuous quality improvement and education. A valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, or willing to obtain What we Offer A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay! In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals Culture of continuous improvement About Clinical Neurosciences Clinical Neurosciences is a multidisciplinary unit dedicated to improving the understanding and treatment of neurological disorders. The unit provides a clinical and diagnostic service and maintains a strong research focus; principally centred on epilepsy, multiple sclerosis and movement disorders. Clinical trials are an essential element of our research activities in Clinical Neurosciences, from enhancing our research status globally while transforming patient lives locally by providing cutting edge therapies to a much-needed population of patients. Working at St Vincent’s St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence. Application Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve. Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations Closing Date: 21 August 2025 11:59pm Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https ://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au View Reconciliation Action Plan Code of Conduct: View Code of Conduct
