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Senior Physiotherapist

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Austin Health

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Australia , Melbourne

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The Grade 3 Vestibular Physiotherapist provides advanced, evidence-based assessment and management of people presenting with dizziness, vertigo and balance disorders, working with a high level of clinical autonomy and accountability. The role includes advanced vestibular and neurological assessment, differential diagnosis and identification of red flags, with timely escalation and referral to medical teams (e.g., ENT, Neurology, Emergency) where indicated. You will manage complex presentations (including persistent dizziness and multi-factorial balance dysfunction) and contribute to safe, effective care pathways for patients under relevant specialty services. As a senior clinician, you will also act as a clinical resource to physiotherapy and medical staff, contribute to education and capability building within the department, and participate in service development and quality improvement activities relevant to vestibular rehabilitation.

Job Responsibility:

  • Provides advanced, evidence-based assessment and management of people presenting with dizziness, vertigo and balance disorders
  • Works with a high level of clinical autonomy and accountability
  • Includes advanced vestibular and neurological assessment, differential diagnosis and identification of red flags
  • Timely escalation and referral to medical teams (e.g., ENT, Neurology, Emergency) where indicated
  • Manage complex presentations (including persistent dizziness and multi-factorial balance dysfunction)
  • Contribute to safe, effective care pathways for patients under relevant specialty services
  • Act as a clinical resource to physiotherapy and medical staff
  • Contribute to education and capability building within the department
  • Participate in service development and quality improvement activities relevant to vestibular rehabilitation

Requirements:

  • Physiotherapist currently registered for practice in Australia (AHPRA)
  • >7 years of clinical experience, including significant experience managing patients with vestibular and neurological conditions (inpatient and/or outpatients)
  • Advanced knowledge of vestibular anatomy, pathophysiology and common conditions (e.g. BPPV, acoustic neuroma, unilateral or bilateral peripheral vestibular dysfunction, Meniere’s disease, mild head trauma and vestibular migraine involving dizziness, vertigo and or disequilibrium)
  • Competence in vestibular assessment, clinical reasoning and interpretation of findings
  • Experience in delivering vestibular rehabilitation and canalith repositioning manoeuvres
  • Excellent understanding of scope of practice, including recognition of red flags and appropriate escalation

Nice to have:

  • Completed or currently undertaking relevant postgraduate qualification
  • Experience working in outpatient or specialist dizziness/vertigo services
  • Active participation in a professional community of practice or vestibular special interest group
What we offer:
  • Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging, for living expenses, meals, and holiday accommodation
  • A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted fitness memberships and special offers on health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program
  • Onsite childcare at Austin Hospital, easy access via public transport and car parking options
  • Mentoring and career development opportunities

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 15, 2026

Expiration:
May 24, 2026

Employment Type:
Parttime
Work Type:
On-site work
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