Team Leader & Physiotherapist - Aged Care

Location: East & Outer Eastern Suburbs (Melbourne), VIC

Full-Time

An exciting opportunity exists for experienced Physiotherapists looking for a Team Leader position to join our driven and passionate Residential Care Services team based in the Eastern & Outer Eastern suburbs of Melbourne. This opportunity is well suited for those looking to make a difference in the quality of life of clients and working with leading Aged Care providers.

We are seeking a Physiotherapist, ideally with experience working in the Aged Care sector or with relevant experience. As we enter an exciting period of growth and change across the aged care sector, we are looking for those who embrace this change and want to help shape the growth and development of our service in addition to their clinical role.

Here at UPG, you will find a group of physiotherapists who are passionate about delivering exceptional care across multiple healthcare settings. Broadly, our group works in aged care facilities and in the community across VIC, NSW, QLD, WA & TAS, improving the quality of life for thousands of aged care clients. In addition, we have a Flagship Studio where we provide Pilates, Yoga and Private Physiotherapy services, along with sports physiotherapy services to local clubs. As a member of the UPG team, you will have an incredible opportunity to work across a variety of settings in addition to your Residential Care caseload. 

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Completing comprehensive assessments, formulating plans and delivering treatment to clients

  • Correspondence with residents, families, nursing, medical practitioners, allied health practitioners, case managers and equipment suppliers

  • Exercise prescription and review, including leading exercise groups

  • Liaising with the broader clinical team and facility management to deliver tailored care plans and assist clients to achieve their goals

  • Managing your daily schedule effectively, including clinical and non-clinical tasks

  • Participating in ongoing Professional Development and developing skills through individual mentoring and team learning events

  • Delivering Falls prevention workshops, Manual Handling and other education to staff

  • Leading your team by example, setting high standards of communication with clients

  • Coaching and Mentoring your team to support their learning and development

  • Supporting your team to set them up for success

Qualifications and Skills

  • A Bachelor of Physiotherapy OR an equivalent internationally (and APA) recognised qualification

  • Full AHPRA Registration (General Registration Required)

  • Clinical skills to perform Comprehensive Assessments, Treatment, and Risk Assessments and being able to teach junior therapists

  • Appropriate working visas - no visa restrictions

  • A National Police Certificate

  • NDIS Check/Working with Children Check

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

  • Ability to work in a team

Benefits and Perks

  • A highly competitive remuneration package including superannuation, paid annual and sick leave.

  • Comprehensive orientation, including a supportive environment and support from senior management

  • Ongoing training and professional development and subsidy support for external training that you choose to do

  • Autonomy to manage your schedule around the team’s needs and operational requirements.

  • Further opportunities in leadership positions

  • Social events and great work-life balance

  • Staff discounts for fitness classes, including yoga/pilates/physio, at our flagship studio, UPG Studio

  • Opportunities to travel between VIC, NSW, QLD & TAS, including for learning and development events

For experienced applicants looking for leadership and development opportunities, we can offer:

  • Unrivalled opportunities for career growth and leadership development

  • Opportunities to develop skills in service development, process and quality improvement and change management.

  • Progression to other areas of UPG, including Community, Private Practice and Sports coverage.

  • A chance to work closely with experienced Allied Health leaders

If you think this is you, please outline your relevant experience in a cover letter and send your resume to careers@unitedphysiogroup.com.au

If you have any specific inquiries or would like to learn more, please feel free to contact shoumen@unitedphysiogroup.com.au for further discussion.