Grade 3 or 4 Physiotherapist – Clinical Educator Mental Health
Permanent, Part time (7.6 hours per week)
Senior leadership opportunity
Friendly and dynamic team
About the Role
A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, dynamic Grade 3 or 4 Physiotherapist to lead and innovate our Mental Health Physiotherapy services at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne. Reporting to the Physiotherapy Manager this position will drive the provision of high quality Physiotherapy services to SVHM Mental Health patients through direct supervision and education of junior staff members. The successful candidate will possess expert clinical knowledge and robust peer networks, as well as strong stakeholder engagement capabilities, sound communication skills and a passionate commitment to the development of self and others.
The Grade 3 or 4 physiotherapist will be responsible for leading, coordinating and promoting the provision of clinical education to support the needs of Physiotherapy Department staff, in providing service to the SVHM Mental Health services. As well as working collaboratively with Allied Health and Mental Health educators to implement a coordinated and cohesive clinical education strategy across SVHM.
The successful candidate will have a strong clinical background, knowledge of Mental Health services, and experience and passion for education and staff development. Proven leadership, excellent communication skills and fostering of relationships with the multidisciplinary team are essential. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive physiotherapy team that is committed to excellence in clinical practice, education and research.
Classifications for this position will range from Physiotherapist Grade 3 VB7 - VC1 ($104,135 - $118,981) or Grade 4 VB24 - VB27 ($118,480 - $128,341) pro rata for part time).
Duties include
Develop and implement SVHM Physiotherapy and Allied Health education and research strategies and support junior staff related to mental health, to ensure a focus on educational research and evidence-based practice.
Demonstrate strategies and support junior staff in the management of the most prevalent physical health comorbidities including back pain, arthritis, and cardiovascular conditions.
Provide direct clinical supervision to Physiotherapy staff working within St Vincent’s mental health services and foster growth, knowledge, expertise and interest in mental health work.
Increase understanding and commitment to the Equally Well consensus statement and Equally Well in Victoria
To embed trauma-informed principles in physiotherapy in mental health settings
To embed integrated physical and mental health care in specialist mental health services across both inpatient and community settings
Undertake problem solving to identify specific needs in staff and student clinical education and develop short term and long-term strategies.
Promote and maintain the values and principles that underpin best practice in relation to clinical education.
Develop and sustain opportunities for interdisciplinary learning across SVHM
Actively promote a culture of research and innovation in mental and physical health
Establish systems for monitoring the educational needs of individuals and staff groups. Monitor these data systems.
Skills and Experience
Minimum of 7 years clinical experience
Completion of relevant Post Graduate qualification (or PhD candidates nearing completion)
Knowledge of Physiotherapy management and clinical service provision in an acute health care setting
Acknowledged by their professional peers as a clinical expert and has broad and relevant clinical experience in their area of expertise
Demonstrated effective leadership, management and networking skills
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate across teams and the wider organisation
Extensive experience in the supervision and professional development of physiotherapists, students and support staff.
What we offer
A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
A healthy work/life balance encouraged.
Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks
Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
Culture of continuous improvement
Physiotherapy Department
The Physiotherapy Department provides high quality clinical services across a spectrum of acute, sub-acute and outpatient services. The Department works as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide assessment, treatment and a range of therapeutic services to optimise patient care and maximise function. The Department is committed to fostering excellence in evidence based clinical care, research and education.
Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.
Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve. Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).
Contact: Rachel Ellis, Physiotherapy Manager, rachel.ellis@svha.org.au
12 June 2026 11:59pm
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information, visit https /www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au
View Reconciliation Action Plan
The Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) has been providing outstanding care for Victoria's children and their families for over 147 years.
We are the major specialist paediatric hospital in Victoria and our care extends to children from Tasmania, southern New South Wales and other states around Australia and overseas.
With a passionate, highly skilled and committed staff campus wide of over 5,000, we provide a full range of clinical services, tertiary care and health promotion and prevention programs for children and young people.
We are the designated state-wide major trauma centre for paediatrics in Victoria and a Nationally Funded Centre for cardiac and liver transplantation.
When it comes to training and research we partner with the very best. Our campus partners, the Murdoch Childrens Research Institute (MCRI) and The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics, along with the RCH Foundation, are on site with the hospital in Parkville. Together, we are committed to improving the health outcomes for children today and in the future.
In 2016–17, more than 85,654 children attended our Emergency Department, 322,291 specialist clinic appointments were held which was almost 70,000 more than the previous year, more than 17,000 surgeries were performed and more than 48,552 children were admitted to our wards.
