Job Description
Location
Melbourne VIC
Benefits
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Full job description
Requisition No: 6560
Executive Division: Operations
Division: Western Health at Home
Program: Sub-Acute at Home
Department: GEM at Home
Enterprise Agreement: Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sect
Job Function: Allied Health Professionals
Project:
Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist Transdisciplinary Clinician
Location: Sunshine Hospital
Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time, Fixed Term (until June 2026)
Salary: Grade 3 OT/Physio + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
About the role:
We are seeking an experienced Allied Health Senior Clinician (Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist) to provide clinical leadership in the care of older people receiving treatment through our Admitted at Home programs. This exciting position has a dual role both within their discipline and as a transdisciplinary clinician providing comprehensive assessment and management, supporting older adults to receive safe, timely, and high-quality care in their own homes.
The role focuses on facilitating early discharge, preventing avoidable hospital admissions, and connecting patients and families with appropriate community supports to promote independence and positive outcomes.
Key responsibilities:
Lead transdisciplinary physical, cognitive, and psychosocial screening, assessment, and intervention for older people in admitted-at-home programs.
Manage a complex clinical caseload, providing expert clinical input to care planning, discharge, and care transitions.
Apply advanced clinical reasoning and shared decision-making to optimise functional outcomes and support safe care at home.
Contribute to service leadership, operational priorities, and quality improvement initiatives.
Support workforce development through education, mentoring, and modelling of evidence-based, transdisciplinary practice.
About you:
Seven years of postgraduate experience
Experience in providing care in the home environment
Demonstrated leadership skills and extensive experience in the supervision and professional development of physiotherapists, students and support staff
Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment
Position Description
About Western Health
Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.
With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.
We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.
We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.
Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.
Why join us?
Compensation and benefits
Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities
Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and environment
Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready to make an impact?
If you’re passionate about the delivery of Best allied health Care, we’d love to hear from you.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
Closing date: 11:59pm on 8 January 2026.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact:
Name: Cath Davey
Phone: 0438XXXXXX
Name: Phan Tong
Phone: 0403XXXXXX
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
Western Health
Melbourne VIC
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Salary packaging
Full job description
Requisition No: 6560
Executive Division: Operations
Division: Western Health at Home
Program: Sub-Acute at Home
Department: GEM at Home
Enterprise Agreement: Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sect
Job Function: Allied Health Professionals
Project:
Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist Transdisciplinary Clinician
Location: Sunshine Hospital
Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time, Fixed Term (until June 2026)
Salary: Grade 3 OT/Physio + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
About the role:
We are seeking an experienced Allied Health Senior Clinician (Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist) to provide clinical leadership in the care of older people receiving treatment through our Admitted at Home programs. This exciting position has a dual role both within their discipline and as a transdisciplinary clinician providing comprehensive assessment and management, supporting older adults to receive safe, timely, and high-quality care in their own homes.
The role focuses on facilitating early discharge, preventing avoidable hospital admissions, and connecting patients and families with appropriate community supports to promote independence and positive outcomes.
Key responsibilities:
Lead transdisciplinary physical, cognitive, and psychosocial screening, assessment, and intervention for older people in admitted-at-home programs.
Manage a complex clinical caseload, providing expert clinical input to care planning, discharge, and care transitions.
Apply advanced clinical reasoning and shared decision-making to optimise functional outcomes and support safe care at home.
Contribute to service leadership, operational priorities, and quality improvement initiatives.
Support workforce development through education, mentoring, and modelling of evidence-based, transdisciplinary practice.
About you:
Seven years of postgraduate experience
Experience in providing care in the home environment
Demonstrated leadership skills and extensive experience in the supervision and professional development of physiotherapists, students and support staff
Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment
Position Description
About Western Health
Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.
With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.
We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.
We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.
Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.
Why join us?
Compensation and benefits
Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities
Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and environment
Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready to make an impact?
If you’re passionate about the delivery of Best allied health Care, we’d love to hear from you.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
Closing date: 11:59pm on 8 January 2026.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact:
Name: Cath Davey
Phone: 0438XXXXXX
Name: Phan Tong
Phone: 0403XXXXXX
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
Western Health
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The AAC at Home Transdisciplinary Clinician position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home Jobs sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Work from home Jobs is a plus.
