Job Description: • Challenging and rewarding work environment • Friendly and supportive team environment • Friendly and dynamic team • Work for one of Australia’s leading hospital groups • Casual positions available About the Role The Physiotherapist/Care Coordinator through screening and recruitment in the Emergency Department (ED) is responsible for the delivery of high quality physiotherapy intervention, as well as timely and comprehensive assessment and care coordination of patients with complex needs to facilitate the allocation of hospital and community resources in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Assessment and care planning are achieved in collaboration with patients, their carer’s and other members of the Emergency Department Clinical team. In collaboration with the Primary Contact Practitioner in ED (Grade 3 Physiotherapist) assist in the development of the ED Physiotherapy service. This position can receive clinical feedback directly from the Senior Physiotherapist within ALERT and strong links with the Primary Contact Physiotherapist, which sits within the STV physiotherapy department. Classifications for this position will be a Grade 2, Physiotherapist: VB1 – VB4 ($90,235.60 - $103,724.30 per annum, pro rata) Your Contribution Minimum 2 years post graduate physiotherapy experience collectively in the fields of acute, sub-acute, or community Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy Experience with prioritizing patients and hospital demands Broad Physiotherapy assessment and treatment skills, including acute musculoskeletal, cardio respiratory and acute neurological. Hours of Duty: • Shifts will be 1300-2100hrs; 7 day week roster • Weekends and public holidays as rostered 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 ALERT This position is based at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne within the Emergency Department. It involves working as part of an interdisciplinary team in a hybrid care coordinator and physiotherapist model. This position is part of ALERT within the Healthcare for the Homeless program (HftH). HftH has a base of services within St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne and currently supports clients who are experiencing or are at risk of homelessness, and other psychosocial vulnerabilities. This service aims to integrate and coordinate existing services within St Vincent’s Hospital and guide the development of new services to meet the need of the target client group. Key target groups include patients with complex needs who are impacted by one or more of the following key factors: substance use, mental health issues, homelessness, disability, complex aged care issues, family violence and Aboriginal health. 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 (including flu vaccinations). This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more. Closing Date: 29 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
