Job Description

Position: Physiotherapist Grade 2

• Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time, (80 hours per fortnight) with a monthly accrued day off

Part Time arrangements may be considered for the right candidate- please state your preferred hours in your application.

• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Physiotherapist Grade 2
• Salary Range: $90,235.60 - $103,724.40 per annum, plus superannuation

About the role

Ready for a role where you can build your career, enjoy genuine work life balance, and make a real impact in a thriving regional community?

South West Healthcare is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated Grade 2 Physiotherapist to join our friendly, well established, and highly supportive team of 23 Physiotherapists, 9 Allied Health Assistants, and 2 Exercise Physiologists.

Working across a diverse inpatient /admitted caseload, including ICU, medical, surgical, maternity, and paediatrics you will enjoy a role with real variety, autonomy, and the chance to see the positive outcomes of your work firsthand.

You will also have the opportunity to:

• Mentor junior staff, AHA's, and students
• Contribute to quality improvement and service development
• Be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team where your ideas and expertise are genuinely valued

 Alongside a rewarding clinical role, you will enjoy the lifestyle benefits that come with living on the beautiful Great South Coast. Think:

• Stunning beaches, outdoor adventures, and vibrant local culture
• Affordable living and shorter commutes
• A welcoming community with a strong health workforce
• A workplace that supports flexibility, development, and wellbeing

Working regionally means you will see the impact of your care more directly and gain broader experience than you often can in metro settings.

 What you bring

• Experience delivering physiotherapy services across varied clinical settings
• Strong assessment, treatment, and care‑planning skills
• Passion for mentoring junior staff, AHA's, and students
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to contribute effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Interest in evidence‑based practice, research, and quality improvement

 What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• Ongoing clinical supervision
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.

SWH is the largest health service in South West Victoria, providing acute, mental health, rehabilitation, and aged care together with an extensive range of primary and community health services across the South West catchment. SWH is the lead agency for the South West Local Health Service Network, presenting an exciting opportunity for SWH to provide strong leadership and support across the entire region. With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 15 March 2026. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

 Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Health Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026, with the classification Physiotherapist Grade 2. 

 The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check, where required
• Current Immunisation status

Note: If you experience any difficulties with this website, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au