Description

Scoliosis Physiotherapy is Australia’s longest established physiotherapy practice dedicated exclusively to the management of scoliosis and other structural changes in posture. We are a friendly team working together to assist those with complex spine and ribcage variations.

We offer – 

• Loads of support by way of weekly mentoring
• Complete training in the Schroth based Rigo Concept PSSE (Physiotherapy Scoliosis Specific Exercises), an internationally recognized scoliosis qualification, provided by Rebecca Harding (our Director) who is a Teacher/course provider for the Barcelona Scoliosis Physiotherapy School (BSPTS)
• Excellent remuneration and flexible hours
• A happy team, passionate about knowledge sharing and caring
• Opportunity to progress your current skills and knowledge in the 3D complexities of scoliosis and other spinal alignment variations
• Custom made facilities for detailed scoliosis specific assessments and treatments. Spacious, light filled consultation rooms with high ceilings and private off-street parking and courtyard for staff.

On an average day you will – 

• Appreciate that all our consultations are an hour long, leading to great treatment satisfaction (for both practitioner and client) and reduced consultation stress
• Have time to perform proper and detailed scoliosis specific assessments, that include scoliosis specific history taking, postural and x-ray assessments plus more
• Have time to provide thorough education and treatments, predominantly utilizing the physiotherapy scoliosis specific exercises (PSSE)
• Communicate regularly with other members of the multi-disciplinary team (surgeons, orthotists, other allied health team members)
• Enjoy scheduled paid administration time each day for letter writing and phone calls (to ensure work time doesn’t over-flow into home time).

Scoliosis Physiotherapy is a caring and fun team of practitioners passionate about helping those with structural scoliosis.  We provide both physiotherapy and bracing services. Clients are of all ages, with pretty much a 50/50 split between adolescents and adults. The main treatment approach we utilize is the internationally recognized Rigo Concept (Schroth-based BSPTS) method of scoliosis specific management.  All our physiotherapists have this qualification, and Rebecca Harding is one of 35 International Teachers who will provide you this training and on-going mentoring. 

Our core practice is in Kew East with satellites in Geelong and Caulfield.  We thrive on knowledge sharing with each other, our clients and as many other health practitioners as possible. If you have a genuine interest in spine and postural work, we look forward to hearing from you! 

Requirements

The job would be best suited to a physiotherapist with strong interest in spines and experience in Postural conditioning and exercise-based treatments.