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: EP62 – EP65
Salary per hour: $37.52 to $43.45 + superannuation + generous salary packaging options
Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract full-time from 17th August 2026 until 22nd August 2027
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 dynamic Ambulatory Care team. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality, person-centred care across a diverse and rewarding clinical caseload within a supportive multidisciplinary environment.
The Grade 1 Exercise Physiologist is responsible for delivering evidence-based Exercise Physiology services across home, hospital, and centre-based settings. The role focuses on providing tailored interventions and education to support clients in achieving optimal health outcomes.
You will work collaboratively with a broad range of health professionals and community service providers to ensure coordinated, holistic care for clients, their families, and carers.
Our Ambulatory Care team provides a wide range of multidisciplinary allied health and nursing services, including:
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Musculoskeletal rehabilitation
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Neurological conditions
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Pain management
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Falls and balance programs
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Cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation
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Older Persons' Program
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Services within Residential Aged Care Facilities
This role offers the opportunity to work across varied clinical areas and develop a broad skill base.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver person-centred Exercise Physiology assessments and interventions
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Provide services across multiple settings (community, hospital, home, aged care)
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Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve best client outcomes
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Educate clients, families, and carers on exercise and health management
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Maintain accurate clinical documentation and reporting
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Participate in clinical supervision and professional development
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Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives
About you
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Recognised tertiary degree in Exercise Physiology
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Full member of Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA)
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Current Victoria Drivers Licence
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NDIS Worker Screening Check
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 Dhel kaya 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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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
Applications close 5th July 2026
We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly, as applications may be reviewed and progressed before the closing date.
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.
