Locum Physiotherapist | Portland
4-month Physiotherapy contract in coastal Portland, Regional Victoria.
Locum Physiotherapist – Generalist Caseload
Location: Portland, Victoria
Hours: Monday to Friday | Up to 80 hours per fortnight
Accommodation: Shared accommodation provided
Interview: Telephone interview with the client required
Are you a passionate and experienced Physiotherapist ready to take your skills to a diverse and rewarding role? We’re seeking a dynamic Locum Physiotherapist to join a supportive, multidisciplinary Allied Health team in the beautiful Portland, Glenelg Shire.
Our clients Primary Care Services Division delivers a broad range of community-based services focused on prevention, early intervention, post-acute care, health rehabilitation, and recovery support. Our Allied Health department covers 11 specialty services, supporting individuals across a range of clinical settings.
About the Role:
This is a generalist position, ideal for a clinician with strong foundational knowledge and the flexibility to work across a varied caseload. The role includes:
- Inpatient general medical & orthopaedic caseloads
- Community outpatient clinics
- Rehabilitation groups (Orthopaedics, Falls & Balance)
- Residential aged care (Initial assessments and reviews)
- Supervising and delegating tasks to Allied Health Assistants
Occasional sole practitioner duties may be required, so clinical independence and confidence are essential.
Essential Criteria:
Qualifications:
- Current registration with AHPRA as a Physiotherapist
- Postgraduate clinical qualification(s) in a relevant area of practice
Experience & Skills:
- Proven advanced clinical knowledge and assessment skills
- Strong experience in delivering person-centred care to individuals and groups
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Demonstrated leadership within a clinical setting
- Knowledge of relevant accreditation, compliance, and funding systems
- High-level computer literacy
- Cultural awareness and ability to work with clients from diverse backgrounds
- Understanding of the challenges and rewards of rural healthcare delivery
Other Requirements:
- Valid Victorian ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence
- Current Employee Police Check
- Current Working with Children’s Check
- Evidence of immunisation history and/or serology results
What’s on Offer:
- Opportunity to work across a broad range of clinical settings
- Multidisciplinary team support
- Shared accommodation included
- Meaningful work that directly supports a rural community
Apply Now
If you’re ready to take the next step in your physiotherapy career and make a real difference in rural health, we’d love to hear from you.
For more information or to express your interest, please contact
Vicky Langridge at [email protected].
Location:
Job Type: Contract or Temp
Job Ref: 1621817
Your Consultant
Working as a nurse for many years, Vicky now paves the way for fellow nurses to find their dream roles, bringing the same excitement and passion to her role as a recruiter that she did as a nurse.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0497 038 608
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