Physiotherapist:  Physiotherapist - Melbourne West/North

Full time and Part-time considered

• Make a huge difference to the lives of our wonderful residents
• Enjoy an exciting, varied and evidence-based clinical role
• Join a supportive and friendly team

Arcare is a leading provider of aged care residences across Australia.  Due to growth we are seeking motivated Physiotherapists for our residences in Melbourne's West and North.  Working as part of the Allied Health team, Physiotherapists play a crucial role in helping maintain the functional independence of our clients through the delivery of evidence based, active interventions. 

At Arcare, we value the importance of the relationships between our clients and their families. A relationship-centred approach values the input and wellbeing of all those involved in the caring relationship. Your primary role is to build open and respectful relationships with our clients and families and to treat every interaction with a client as an opportunity to bring respect, life and joy to the relationship.

What we can offer:

• Supportive, friendly team environment
• Leading facilities & programs
• Training and educational opportunities

Position Summary:

The Physiotherapist is responsible for helping to improve client’s physical, cognitive, and psycho-social functions and to optimise their functional capacity for activities of daily living.  Physiotherapists play a crucial role in maximising residents’ function and quality of life.  The Physiotherapist will be part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure a person-centred, evidence-based, continuous quality improvement work environment that is consistent with the values of Arcare.

Role responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of Allied Health, your role is responsible for ensuring optimal level of function and independence for all clients by:

• Performing Functional assessments on admission with periodic reviews
• Developing tailored treatment plans
• Delivering therapy services in both 1:1 and group settings
• Attend to referrals and post-fall reviews 
• Manual handling training 
• Documenting treatment planning and interventions
• Leading and supervising Allied Health Assistants
• Contributing to multi-disciplinary team meetings

To be successful:

• Bachelor Degree in Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy or higher
• VIC Only – NDIS Worker Screening
• Right to Work in Australia

Ready to Apply?

It really is our people and culture that set us apart, with our ongoing focus of working together as one team.   If you think this role is the right fit for you, we invite you to apply. Please note that you must have Australian Working Rights and a NDIS Worker Screening Check (or be willing to obtain). Arcare values diversity within our workforce and is an equal opportunity employer.