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Employment Type: Fixed Term (16/2/26 to 30/6/26) Gr 2 (or experienced Gr 1) Full TimeHours: Up to 76 hours per fortnight plus occasional weekendsLocation: Werribee Mercy HospitalApplication: Please upload Resume and Cover LetterContact: Dr Anne Harrison, Physiotherapy Manager: A Where there''s life, there''s Mercy.Where there''s care, there''s You.Through the battles and the breakthroughs, we''re there. Where will you be?For over a century, our incredible teams have provided care for people when they need it most. Our people feel great pride in this, and they value the security and stability we offer. But it also means so much opportunity - to build on all that''s gone before, to grow your impact and gain experience that''s hard to find elsewhere.Join us at Werribee Mercy Hospital, and help us deliver even greater outcomes for our patients, families, communities, and you.Summary of the role:Provide quality, person-centred Physiotherapy clinical carepredominately in acute musculoskeletal / orthopaedic physiotherapy outpatient department. May need to assist in Emergency Department or inpatient wards and weekend roster as required.Further your experience and career Established learning and supervision framework, fabulous team culture.Grade 2 (or experienced Grade 1) Physiotherapist, Full-time (76hrs / fortnight), contract position commencing 16/2/2026 to 30/6/26Provides quality, person-centred physiotherapy clinical care to the allocated caseload, ensuring a holistic and multidisciplinary team approach.Supportive and friendly physiotherapy and multidisciplinary teamat Werribee Mercy HospitalWhat you''ll bringYou''re resilient, compassionate and have a whole lot of heart. Most importantly, you are committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred care.To thrive in this role, you will have:Excellent clinical, time management, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to adapt and problem solve.A compassionate, flexible and positive approach to effective patient care and management.The ability to nurture friendly, respectful relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment.You will also be required to provide evidence of, or in the process of obtaining:A current Police Record Check and Working with Children Check.Current, full and unlimited AHPRA Physiotherapy RegistrationProof of current influenza vaccination and other vaccination status consistent with public health orders.ABOUT YOU:AHPRA-recognised degree in Physiotherapy with full, unlimited AHPRA physiotherapy registrationBroad and relevant clinical physiotherapy experience ideally in an acute hospital settingIdeally minimum of two years'' experience including strong skills in orthopaedics and muscuolsketal physiotherapy.Experience in supervision of students and grade 1 physiotherapists highly desirableWillingness to participate in weekend roster as requiredHighly developed interpersonal skills, commitment to person-centred care, ability to adapt and learn quickly, work flexibly within ateam & prioritise competing tasks in a timely manner within a complex work settingEnthusiastic, dedicated, friendly, team-oriented, adaptable with positive ''can do'' attitude, and a philosophy of evidence-based practiceReady to help us shape the future of healthcare?Join us and make a meaningful difference in people''s lives - and your career.Are you ready to apply for this role? Click Apply nowPlease contact us if you would like to find out more or communicate any requirements to ensure we provide you with a fair and equitable interview and selection process.We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples, traditional Custodians of the Land in which our Head Office is based, on traditional lands of the Kulin Nation and recognise their deep connections to the land, sea, and culture.We extend this acknowledgment to the many Traditional Lands that we operate across Australia and pay our respects to Elders past and present.The team at Mercy Health is as wonderfully diverse as the patients, residents, clients and communities we support. We''re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). Mercy Health strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, sexualities, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.