We are currently accepting applications for an Exercise Physiologist (Grade 1) to join the Allied Health team on permanent part-time basis. We offer 32 hours per fortnight until the 2 November 2025 (leave cover position) then reducing to 16 hours per fortnight as of 3 November 2025. 

Role Statement
The Exercise Physiologist (EP) Grade 1, will work within a multidisciplinary allied health team to develop and implement client-centred exercise programs for clients with chronic and complex conditions. The work will involve 1-1 work as well as group programs. The EP will demonstrate good clinical reasoning and exercise prescription skills, and a commitment to learning. Under the guidance of a Grade 2 therapist and/or Senior Clinician, the EP will be accountable for providing evidence-based client care through the application of clinical skills in assessment, planning, implementation, treatment and management of clients/participants.
The role includes organisation and implementation of programs at CHRH with clients who have a wide range of clinical presentations including: dementia, diabetes, cancer, musculoskeletal, neurological and other chronic and complex conditions. The EP will work with the Grade 2 Therapist to evaluate and develop new and existing programs, and develop a caseload with our NDIS participants, Medicare Funded Services, Social Support and Commonwealth home support Programs.

Details of Appointment:

Permanent part-time position working 16 hours per fortnight + 16 hours per fortnight, fixed-term till the 2 November 2025 providing leave cover of incumbent.

Salary:

Exercise Physiologist (Grade 1), dependenet on experience, as per award + superannuation

About CHRH:

Central Highlands Rural Health (CHRH) is a rural health organisation that operates five campuses across Hepburn Shire and the Macedon Ranges in the Central Highlands of Victoria in Australia, north and north-west of Melbourne. It was formed through the voluntary amalgamation of Hepburn Health Service and Kyneton District Health on the 30th November 2019. Each of our campuses retains the name of the township in which they are situated - Clunes Health, Creswick Health, Daylesford Health, Kyneton Health, and Trentham Health.

How to Apply:

Please submit your application via the Central Highlands Rural Health website addressing the Key Selection criteria along with a current resume and cover letter.

Our Offering:

At Central Highlands Rural Health we have a diverse workforce where we value each person's uniqueness. We will embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

Our Employees Enjoy:

• Salary Packaging
• Staff Massages
• Fitness Passport
• Free Car Parking
• Flexible working arrangements for some positions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Staff Wellness Programs

All appointments to Central Highlands Rural Health are subject to a satisfactory clearance of a National Police Check and Employee Working with Children Check. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of an immunisation assessment prior to commencement. It is mandatory for all employees who work within the Health Care Sector have their COVID-19 and flu vaccinations. Evidence must be provided prior to commencement with Central Health Rural Health.Central Highlands Rural Health committed to Equal Employment Opportunity, ethical practice, and the principles of Cultural Diversity and social inclusion.