Physiotherapist Grade 2 - Monash Children's

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Physiotherapist Grade 2 | Full-time | Ongoing | Monash Children's Hospital

Shape the future of paediatric care. Make a difference from the very beginning.

Join Monash Children's Hospital's specialist physiotherapy team and work across neonatal, neurological and developmental care. From the NICU to complex inpatient and outpatient services, you'll make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and families while developing your expertise alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team.

About the Role

You'll have the opportunity to:

Deliver specialist physiotherapy across paediatric neurology, neurosurgery, neuro-oncology and neonatal services

Support infants and children with complex needs and developmental vulnerabilities, helping optimise their development and long-term outcomes

Provide and coordinate outpatient care and multidisciplinary follow-up, including opportunities to contribute to the Early Neurodevelopmental Clinic

Contribute to clinical research, service development and the translation of evidence into practice

Share your knowledge through supervision, teaching and support for junior clinicians and students

Collaborate across hospital, community and regional services to support coordinated care and effective discharge planning

The role includes participation in after-hours, weekend and public holiday rosters, with training provided. Work across other Monash Health sites may also be required.

About Us

Working as part of the MCH Allied Health team you will enhance the experience of patients, families and visitors accessing the service aiming to provide excellent care, outstanding outcomes and a positive experience for all children and their families. You will work as part of a dynamic and collaborative allied health team and have access to ongoing education and supervision to develop your interests and career.

About You

To thrive in this role you'll bring:

Paediatric clinical experience, ideally in an acute hospital setting, with exposure to neurology and-or neonates

Strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills, with the ability to manage complex presentations and prioritise a varied caseload

Knowledge of paediatric development, functional assessment and evidence-based practice

Effective discharge planning skills and an understanding of Victorian community health, education and NDIS services

Excellent communication and family-centred care skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse families and multidisciplinary teams

Experience supporting junior staff or students through supervision, mentoring or clinical guidance

Professional accountability, adaptability and the ability to integrate quickly into new teams and clinical environments

Mandatory requirements:

Australian-International Driver's licence

A relevant Physiotherapy qualification

Current unconditional AHPRA registration

In Return

As a valued member of the Monash Health team, you'll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and career progression, including:

Salary packaging - increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options

Professional development - access to ongoing training, education, and leadership opportunities to support your career growth

Supportive team environment - work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence

Employee wellbeing - benefit from a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), staff wellbeing initiatives, and a strong focus on work-life balance

Career mobility - opportunities to work across Victoria's largest public health service with a wide range of roles and career pathways

Diverse and inclusive workplace - join an organisation that celebrates and embraces diversity and fosters a culture of respect and belonging

At Monash Health, you'll be making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities while advancing your career in a leading healthcare organisation.

For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Laura Morel, Physiotherapist Pediatric Profession Lead Grade 4 on 0497 192 065 (Wednesday to Friday).

Position Description documents can be found here.

Our Culture and Values

At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.

You'll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.

We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the 'Application Guide'

Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.

Applications close: 3 November, 2026. Click here to Apply now →