An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and experienced Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapist to join our team in a full time temporary capacity until June 2021 (part time applications welcome). This is as a Grade 3 Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapist position with an ICU and acute clinical caseload.

The successful candidate will use their excellent cardiorespiratory physiotherapy skills to manage and deliver best care to a variety of complex client cohorts in the ICU environment and acute wards, whilst providing clinical leadership and strategic direction to the cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy team.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to further develop their clinical leadership skills as they supervise Grade 2 and 1 Physiotherapists, contribute to the cardiorespiratory stream portfolio structure; as well as participate in Research and Quality Improvement within the Physiotherapy service. This is well supported position and has opportunities for ongoing professional development.

Our department is friendly and supportive and this is an excellent opportunity to join our extensive physiotherapy team. You can also follow us on Facebook: @westernhealthphysio

To be Successful in this Role you

• Will have well developed clinical skills for working in the ICU and acute wards as well as experience in leading and supervising both staff and students
• Will demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Will work collaboratively with the Physiotherapy and Multidisciplinary teams
• Will ensure safe and high quality patient care is delivered in line with Western Health values and Live Best Care framework
• Will contribute to a culture that values ongoing learning and be part of a positive workplace

About Us

Our workforce of over 7,000 employees are driven by our values of ‘Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Safety’ (CARES). We value our people and provide them the opportunity to grow and develop.  Our teams are friendly and supportive, ensuring we deliver a safe, person-centred and connected patient experience.

Western Health comprises of three acute public hospitals: Footscray, Sunshine and Williamstown Hospital. We also operate the Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s, Sunbury Day Hospital, Transition Care at Hazeldean and a range of community based services. We care for a diverse community of over 1 million people with complex care needs ranging from Neonates to Geriatrics.

Our employees enjoy a wide range of benefits such as:

• Professional development support
• Career advancement opportunities
• Salary packaging including novated vehicle leasing
• Work-life balance

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation status clearance and (if applicable) a Working with Children’s Check.

Western Health do not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from Recruitment Agencies.