Physiotherapist Grade 3 - PRIORITY CONNECT-2 Trial

YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE

Physiotherapist - Grade 3 - PRIORITY CONNECT-2 Trial

• 2-years fixed term, part time position available - up to 40 hours per fortnight.
• Up to $104,135.00 - $118,981.00 base salary per annum (full-time equivalent pro-rated for part-time) + salary packaging + super + 5-weeks annual leave (pro-rata).

At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.

About the role

The PRIORITY-CONNECT-2 clinical trial is funded by an MRFF grant (and run in partnership with the University of Sydney and the Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (RPA, Sydney).  The “Virtual Hub” at Peter Mac provides virtual prehabilitation to participants recruited from participating sites across Australia.

The Hub requires a team of clinical staff (Physiotherapist, Clinical Psychologist, Dietitian and Clinical Nurse Specialist to deliver the study intervention). The Physiotherapist will be employed on a part time basis (up to 0.5EFT) and is fully funded for the duration of the study (anticipated to finish in 2029).

Remuneration as per Allied Health Professionals EBA. Up to $104,135.00 - $118,981.00 base salary per annum. Full-time equivalent - to be prorated for Part Time, dependent on candidate experience. To be discussed with Hiring Manager.

Your role within the programme:

• The Physiotherapist is responsible for implementation of the protocol of the PRIORITY CONNECT 2 (PC-2) trial within the virtual, multimodal (pre)habilitation hub at Peter Mac, providing expert clinical care for patients and families/carers within a multidisciplinary environment.
• The Physiotherapist ensures care provided is evidence based, patient centred and within their scope of practice. As a positive role model for professional practice, the Physiotherapist is a practice resource for colleagues and demonstrates a commitment to the continuing professional development of self and others. 

About you

You will have a degree in Physiotherapy and a current AHPRA registration as a physiotherapist, with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, to work under pressure and establish priorities, with a commitment to quality outcomes.

You'll bring with you:

• A minimum of seven years relevant experience as a practicing physiotherapist. 

• Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge, skill and significant clinical experience providing exercise to patient populations including oncology, chronic diseases or surgery. 

• Ability to provide virtual clinical services including assessment and management/treatment to complex patient groups requiring advanced practice skills and operate independently with minimal direct supervision. 

• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment, effectively engaging with clinicians, researchers, administrators, and external stakeholders. 

• A demonstrated understanding of confidentiality and knowledge of Good Clinical Practice requirements and adherence to the ICH-GCP and WHO guidelines for the conduct of scientific research. 

 

Our benefits

We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:

• Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay
• Discounted health insurance and eye care
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
• Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
• Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
• Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities
• Five weeks annual leave (pro-rata), 17.5% leave loading & purchased leave options
• Flexible, hybrid working practices

Inclusion and belonging

Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community.  We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.  We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.

Join us!

If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application.  All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check and may include vaccination requirements.  Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed.  We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.

Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.

For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.

Hiring Manager: CRU Senior Manager, Adrienne See

Email: Adrienne.See@petermac.org

Applications Close: 11.59pm Monday 9 November 2026.
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Position Summary

The Physiotherapist is responsible for implementation of the protocol of the PRIORITY CONNECT 2 (PC-2) trial within the virtual, multimodal (pre)habilitation hub at Peter Mac, providing expert clinical care for patients and families/carers within a multidisciplinary environment. The Physiotherapist ensures care provided is evidence based, patient centred and within their scope of practice. As a positive role model for professional practice, the Physiotherapist is a practice resource for colleagues and demonstrates a commitment to the continuing professional development of self and others.

Enterprise Agreement

Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021 – 2026

Classification or Salary Range

Physiotherapist Grade 3

Immunisation Risk Category

Immunisation Category B

Key Relationships

Internal •    Research participants and their caregivers
•    Research Manager
•    Key collaborators including Allied Health staff
•    Principal Investigator within the Department of Anaesthesia, Perioperative Medicine, and Pain Medicine.
•    Department Director
•    Associate Nurse Unit Managers
•    Practice Development Nurses/Clinical Nurse Educators
•    Nursing staff
•    Wards/Departments/Units
•    Allied Health Staff
•    Medical Staff External

•    Virtual Hub staff at RPA including Allied Health and Research Officers
•    Clinicians from referring hospitals
•    Health care providers
•    Professional bodies such as ANZCA

Education

Skills

Essential Requirements •    A degree in Physiotherapy and current AHPRA registration as a physiotherapist.
•    A minimum of seven years relevant experience as a practicing physiotherapist.
•    Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge, skill and significant clinical experience providing exercise to patient populations including oncology, chronic diseases or surgery.
•    Ability to provide virtual clinical services including assessment and management/treatment to complex patient groups requiring advanced practice skills and operate independently with minimal direct supervision.
•    Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment, effectively engaging with clinicians, researchers, administrators, and external stakeholders.
•    Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, to work under pressure and establish priorities, with a commitment to quality outcomes
•    A demonstrated understanding of confidentiality and knowledge of Good Clinical Practice requirements and adherence to the ICH-GCP and WHO guidelines for the conduct of scientific research. Desirable Requirements

•    A post graduate qualification (in exercise oncology, cancer or research higher degree)
•    Experience in providing telehealth exercise classes in patients with cancer
•    Ability to design graded and individualised exercise programs based upon evidence that can be delivered using telehealth
•    A demonstrated understanding of the importance of standardised procedures to measure patient outcomes
•    An understanding of research methodologies, terminology, and current trends in the care of cancer patients.
•    Some experience writing protocols, submitting sponsorship and ethics and governance submissions

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations

AHPRA Registration

Key Accountabilities

Key Accountabilities Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators Providing telehealth exercise classes •    Demonstrated ability to independently problem solve, apply professional and ethical boundaries when working with complex situations as part of a multidisciplinary team
•    Ensure evidence- based exercise classes are provided within the farmwork of the clinical trial
•    Ensure accurate and timely documentation of treatments
•    Plan, implement, evaluate and report on services to promote effectiveness and efficiency of clinical service delivery. Assist in research project delivery •    Provide and receive feedback on interventions and data collection and reporting
•    Assist with data entry and interpretation of participant exercise outcomes. Stakeholder Engagement    •    Ensure effective communication with all internal and external stakeholders.
•    Develop strong and collaborative relationships with key stakeholders
•    Provide effective communication with patients participating in the research

Key Accountabilities (Contd..)

Key Accountabilities Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators Compliance and Reporting •    Maintain a high level of accuracy and completeness in reporting documentation.
•    Assist in the preparation of progress reports Openness & Accountability •    Demonstrate taking ownership and responsibility for achieving commitments.
•    Demonstrate collaboration and value other people’s inputs.
•    Maintain transparency in all activities and tasks.
•    Work co-operatively as a team member, sharing responsibility and knowledge.
•    Adhere to Peter Mac values and treat people honestly and with respect.
•    Maintain an open communication culture. Professional Development •    Demonstrate a commitment to personal continuing professional development and participate in performance appraisal and review.
•    Pursue ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance skills, stay updated on telehealth delivery of assessments and exercise interventions in the oncology research landscape.
•    Maintain mandatory training requirements as defined by hospital policy.

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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.

Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

• Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
• Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
• We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.