Community Physiotherapist

Community Physiotherapist

Why This Role Matters
Community Physiotherapists play an essential role in supporting older adults and individuals with disabilities to maintain independence, mobility, and overall wellbeing within their own homes. Through personalized rehabilitation plans and collaborative care, they help improve functional capacity and quality of life while promoting safe and independent living.

Job Description
Peninsula Home Physio is seeking a dedicated Community Physiotherapist to join its growing team in Melbourne. This full-time role focuses on delivering physiotherapy services to older adults and individuals with disabilities across the Mornington Peninsula and South-East suburbs.

The role involves conducting comprehensive physiotherapy assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and providing person-centred rehabilitation services in clients’ homes. The physiotherapist will collaborate with families, support coordinators, and healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and effective care.

Key Features of the Role
• Position: Community Physiotherapist
• Organization: Peninsula Home Physio
• Location: Frankston, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
• Service Area: Mornington Peninsula and South-East suburbs
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Work Mode: Community / Home-based

Responsibilities
• Conduct comprehensive physiotherapy assessments for community clients
• Develop individualized treatment and reablement plans
• Deliver one-on-one physiotherapy sessions to improve mobility, strength, and independence
• Collaborate with clients, families, carers, support coordinators, and healthcare providers
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and treatment records
• Participate in team meetings, reflective practice sessions, and quality improvement initiatives
• Support reablement-focused care and community rehabilitation services
• Engage in continuous clinical and professional development

Required Qualification
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physiotherapy from a recognized institution
• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency

Important Requirements
• Minimum 2 years of physiotherapy experience
• Experience in aged care, community health, disability services, or rehabilitation (preferred)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent clinical reasoning and problem-solving abilities
• Client-centred approach to physiotherapy care
• Current driver’s licence and reliable vehicle

Employment Options
• Full-time position
• Flexible scheduling to support work–life balance
• Community-based clinical work with autonomy in managing daily schedules

Salary Insights
• Salary Range: AUD $95,000 – $100,000 per year
• Additional career growth opportunities based on performance and experience

Employee Benefits
• Competitive salary with clear career growth pathways
• Mentoring and professional development opportunities
• Supportive team environment focused on meaningful client impact
• Manageable caseload with structured onboarding support
• Opportunities to contribute to Support at Home (SAH) readiness and reablement models
• Clinical governance aligned with new aged care standards
• Flexible work arrangements and supportive workplace culture

Company Overview
Peninsula Home Physio is a community physiotherapy provider serving the Mornington Peninsula and South-East suburbs of Melbourne. The organization focuses on empowering older adults and people with disabilities to live independently and safely through personalized physiotherapy care.

The company emphasizes person-centred rehabilitation, clinical excellence, and a supportive professional environment that enables clinicians to grow while delivering meaningful healthcare services.

FAQs

1. What qualifications are required for this role?
   Candidates must hold a Physiotherapy degree and maintain current AHPRA registration.

2. How much experience is required?
   At least 2 years of physiotherapy experience is required, preferably in community or aged care settings.

3. What type of clients will the physiotherapist work with?
   The role focuses on older adults and individuals living with disabilities receiving physiotherapy at home.

4. Is a driver’s licence required?
   Yes, as the role involves traveling to clients’ homes across the service region.

5. Where is the job located?
   The position is based in Frankston, Melbourne, with services delivered across the Mornington Peninsula and South-East suburbs.