Exercise Physiologist

Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. 

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating effectively and delivering tailored care in real and meaningful ways. Every Patient Matters.

Epworth Geelong is seeking an experienced Exercise Physiologist to join the Allied Health team on a casual basis. 

Work within the comprehensive, multidisciplinary team at Epworth Geelong who provide care to patients in the Outpatient Department on referral from acute medical wards at Epworth Geelong, the Emergency Department, the Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit and from General Practitioners.

This casual employment opportunity will provide care to a wide range of clinical cohorts including orthopaedic, medical, oncology, cardiac, respiratory, pain, neurological, concussion, trauma and reconditioning. The successful casual exercise physiologist will work predominantly within the outpatient gym space delivering group and 1:1 care to patients both on land and in hydrotherapy.

You will perform a pivotal role in the delivery of continuity of care to patients at Epworth Geelong, with a focus on optimising clinical outcomes and enabling patients to transition with confidence to the community environment. You will be responsible for provision of a thorough ISOBAR clinical handover back to the routine treating therapist and participation in case conferences as required. 

 You will make an impact by:

• Demonstrating exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Communicating clearly around availability
• Delivering efficient, high quality clinical care and exceptional patient outcomes
• Demonstrated confidence sharing knowledge and delivering care in both a group and 1:1 environment
• Delivering evidence-based intervention to manage the holistic clinical presentation
• Provision of a clear handover back to the treating clinician

To be successful in this role you will:

• Demonstrate a flexible clinical skillset
• Work well both in a team environment and autonomously  
• Demonstrate a conscientious work ethic
• Present with flexible availability
• Have proven experience delivering clinical care in a hospital setting

Position Description       Inherent Requirements

About Epworth Geelong

Epworth Geelong, located adjacent to Deakin University’s Medical School in Waurn Ponds, is developing an environment of world-class health care and education to meet the needs of the expanding population of Geelong and South West Victoria. Providing exciting career opportunities to doctors, nurses, allied health professionals and support staff. It features contemporary design, cutting-edge medical technology and best practice patient care, whilst offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and rehabilitation services.

• Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise Science) or equivalent Post Graduate Qualification (Exercise Rehabilitation Science)
• Eligible for Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) accreditation

At Epworth, it’s a community. It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Epworth’s enhanced Not for Profit status provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, plus $2,650 meals and entertainment allowance leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Discounted private health insurance
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth

Enquire/ Apply

Sound interesting? To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter (as a single file).

For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact [email protected] or phone (03) 9426 0606.

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.