Physiotherapist Grade 3 - Clinical Educator

Job Description:

Permanent / Part Time | 15 hours per week

Senior leadership opportunity

Join a friendly and dynamic team

About the Physiotherapy Department

The Physiotherapy Department at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne provides high-quality clinical services across a broad range of acute, sub-acute and outpatient settings. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, our physiotherapists provide assessment, treatment and therapeutic interventions that optimise patient care and maximise function. The Department is committed to excellence in evidence-based clinical practice, research and education, with a strong focus on supporting the ongoing development of our people.

About St Vincent’s

St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service, providing a diverse range of adult clinical services. Driven by our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence , we are committed to delivering exceptional care while creating an environment where our people can learn, grow and make a meaningful difference.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Grade 3 Physiotherapist to join our Physiotherapy Clinical Education team. This is a unique opportunity to provide leadership in clinical education and contribute to the ongoing development of Physiotherapy staff and students across St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne. Reporting to the Physiotherapy Clinical Education Lead and Physiotherapy Manager, you will contribute to the Physiotherapy Clinical Education Stream while continuing to support high-quality clinical services for our patients. You will play an important role in coordinating and promoting clinical education opportunities for Physiotherapy staff and students, as well as contributing to broader Allied Health education initiatives where required.

The role includes supporting undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and contributing to collaborative education projects across Allied Health, St Vincent’s Health and partner universities.

We are looking for a clinician who brings:

Strong clinical knowledge and experience

A passion for clinical education, teaching and staff development

An understanding of adult learning principles

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

The ability to build strong relationships across multidisciplinary teams

Established professional networks and a commitment to ongoing professional development

A collaborative approach and enthusiasm for contributing to education and research initiatives

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Physiotherapist to take on a senior education-focused role within a supportive team committed to excellence in clinical practice, education and research.

Classification: Physiotherapist Grade 3 VB7–VC1 ($104,135 - $118,981 per annum, pro rata for part time).

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

A minimum of 7 years' clinical and/or clinical education experience

Completion of, or progress towards, a relevant postgraduate qualification

Demonstrated knowledge of Physiotherapy management and clinical service provision within a public healthcare setting

Recognition by professional peers as a clinical expert, with broad and relevant clinical experience in your area of expertise

Demonstrated leadership, management and networking skills

Highly developed communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively across teams and the wider organisation

Extensive experience supervising and supporting the professional development of Physiotherapists, students and support staff

What We Offer

At St Vincent’s, we are committed to supporting the wellbeing, development and success of our people. We offer:

A strong focus on employee wellbeing, with regular events and initiatives

Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling

Access to Fitness Passport, providing an extensive choice of fitness facilities

Salary Packaging to help increase your take-home pay

A central Fitzroy location, with the CBD at your doorstep and easy access to public transport, cafes and car parking

Access to discounts and promotions through the St Vincent’s Foundation

A culture of continuous improvement, learning and professional development

The opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative Physiotherapy and Allied Health community

How to Apply

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 if a suitable candidate is identified. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission, and diversity reflects the community we serve.

For further information regarding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment opportunities at SVHM, please visit our website.

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 influenza vaccination.

Contact

• Andrea Jackson
• Clinical Education Lead Physiotherapist
• andrea.jackson@svha.org.au

Closing Date:

11 October 2026 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

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