Grade 1 Exercise Physiologist

**Overview**

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**Work Type:** Ongoing - Part-time

**Salary:** Salary not specified

**Grade:** As per award

**Occupation:** Health and allied health

**Location:** Loddon Mallee - Mount Alexander

**Reference:** VG/1919635

Dhelkaya Health is a fresh approach to healthcare that is deeply human. Our name, 'Dhelkaya,' derived from Dja Dja Wurrung language, translates to 'being healthy’. It embodies our mission to foster health and wellbeing within our community.

Our deep understanding of local knowledge and community needs allows us to address the unique challenges faced by our diverse population. Our history is rich, but our commitment to innovation and evidence-based care ensures that we're constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of our community.

Dhelkaya Health’s main campuses are in Castlemaine and Maldon. We also run an Information Hub in central Castlemaine and the Tarrengower Health Service in Maldon. From these locations and across the community, we deliver personalised patient services, residential care, maternity services, NDIS, and community wellbeing services.

We value diversity and our staff are encouraged to draw from their identity and culture in being part of a workforce that is respectful, welcoming and inclusive.

Dhelkaya Health - Healthier Together.

**Position Title:** Grade 1 Exercise Physiologist

**Classification:** GR1 Y2 (EP62) to GR1 Y5 (EP65)

**Salary per hour:** $37.53 to $43.45 + superannuation + generous salary packaging options

**Employment Type:** Ongoing part-time 48 hours per fortnight

**Award:** Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise agreement 2021-2026

**Role description**

Dhelkaya Health is seeking a motivated and compassionate **Grade 1 Exercise Physiologist** to join our **Ambulatory Care team**. This is an excellent opportunity to deliver high-quality, person‑centred care within a supportive multidisciplinary environment and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our community.

In this role, you will deliver evidence-based Exercise Physiology interventions across a variety of settings. Primarily based in the Ambulatory Care team you will provide this care to clients experiencing a range of different health conditions. You will work collaboratively with allied health, nursing, medical, and community partners to support optimal client outcomes.

The Ambulatory Care team provides services across a broad range of clinical areas, including:

• Musculoskeletal conditions
• Neurological rehabilitation
• Pain management
• Falls and balance programs
• Cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation
• Older Persons' Programs

This role offers variety, autonomy, and strong team support, with opportunities to work across multiple clinical programs.

**About you**

You will be a proactive and client-focused clinician who is keen to work across diverse service settings.

**Essential criteria:**

• Tertiary qualification in Exercise Physiology
• Accreditation with Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to person-centred, evidence-based practice
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

**Culture and Benefits**

Dhelkaya Health is located on Dja Dja Wurrung country in regional Victoria. Just a short drive from Bendigo and easily accessed via public transport, the area is brimming with culture that blends the old with the new. Steeped in rich history, the town boasts a vibrant arts scene, historic architecture and is part of the Bendigo Region UNESCO City of Gastronomy.

Surrounded by scenic trails and a unique natural environment that includes historic goldfields, outdoor enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world. Combined with a wide range of sporting clubs and outdoor recreation opportunities, the community offers a rich, diverse culture to enjoy.

From community events celebrating local festivals to grassroots initiatives fostering inclusivity and diversity, this is a place where people come together. At Dhelkaya Health, you'll enjoy all this and a flexible work environment with access to career development pathways that suit your life goals. You'll also benefit from:

• **Stress-free parking:** at no-cost close to your place of work.
• **Salary packaging:** to maximise your earnings with options to package meals, entertainment, rent/mortgage repayments, and more.
• **Healthy and active lifestyle:** through access to a free onsite gym and Fitness Passportmembership for your family to use in a wide range of gyms, pools, and fitness facilities across the region
• **Health and wellbeing:** through a supported work environment that prioritises work-life balance and a health and well-being program that includes an Employee Assistance Program.
• **Building meaningful connections:** through the Dhelkaya Health Social Club and a variety of staff events and activities throughout the year held in a friendly, inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.
• **Home share** - If lack of housing is stopping you from applying for a job here, consider Home share. It may help you get started at Dhelkaya Health. See this link for obligation free information.

https://dhelkayahealth.org.au/homeshare/

• *All appointments are subject to a satisfactory police check, NDIS (if required) and compliance with Dhelkaya Health Vaccination Policy.*

Our purpose and role at Dhelkaya Health is to be Healthier Together – we engage and empower individuals and community through the provision of empathetic inclusive and professional health services. We want a workforce who share our passion and purpose and is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, and people of diverse genders and/or sexual orientations.

**For further information about this position, please contact Alex Culvenor – Ambulatory Care Manager on 03 5471 3086.**

Please note that candidates are required to submit a cover letter and CV together with a document addressing the key selection criteria (which can be found on the Position Description). Only candidates that supply this information will be considered for roles at Dhelkaya Health.

Applications close Sunday 10 May 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

20 April 2026