Exercise Physiology
careers at Monash Health
Exercise physiologists at Monash Health work with people across the lifespan to become stronger, fitter and more able to engage in a full life. Â
With a strong community focus, our exercise physiologists make a real difference to their client’s lives and health outcomes.Â
About our Exercise Physiology team
Working as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, Monash Health exercise physiologists are supported to grow and develop their careers while working across a broad range of clinical practice. Â
There are opportunities for exercise physiologists at Monash Health to further their education and training with professional development as well as with mentoring from experienced members of our team.Â
As one of the fastest growing Allied Health professions, the scope of work within Exercise Physiology at Monash Health is growing too, with opportunities to work in the preventative space on the horizon.Â
Our areas of Exercise Physiology practice
Sub-acute hospital based care
Monash Health’s small team of exercise physiologists working in subacute hospital-based care, work with patients at Casey and Kingston campuses.Â
This work includes but is not limited to:Â
- Working with inpatients to create gym programs to increase strength, endurance, fitness and mobilityÂ
- Managing risk factors to improve health outcomes for patients.
Care in the community
Exercise Physiology at Monash Health is primarily community-focused, with career opportunities in various programs and settings on offer working with clients across the age range. Â
This work includes, but is not limited to:Â Â
- Working within general community health programsÂ
- Community rehabilitation programsÂ
- Working within Monash Health’s community-based complex care teamsÂ
- Paediatric community programsÂ
- Targeted programs including:Â
- Diabetes preventionÂ
- Cardiac Prevention and RehabilitationÂ
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation.Â
Mental Health
Work within the mental health space for exercise physiologists is a growth area at Monash Health. Â
Currently this work includes:Â
- Working with inpatient caseload to maximise the mental health benefits of exercise Â
- Developing exercise plans with patients to improve health outcomes.Â
Children's
Exercise Physiology is a growing profession and we are excited by the opportunity to expand our services within our children’s care programs.
“I’ve had access to a range of learning opportunities both clinically and operationally and have had the support to build my interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary skills.”
Paul Mauracher works in a multidisciplinary team within Monash Community, providing support for children who have an injury, illness, developmental delay, or disability. Â
Contact our Exercise Physiology team
If you need help with your application or have any questions about what opportunities are available within Exercise Physiology careers at Monash Health, we’d love to chat with you.
Speak with Jane Carlin, Head of Exercise Physiology at Monash Health.
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