The Assistant Physiotherapist supports the delivery of best-practice medical, rehabilitation, and injury prevention services to VFLW athletes at Williamstown Football Club. Working under the direction of the Head Physiotherapist, the role contributes to optimising player availability, performance, and long-term athlete development within football.
Key Responsibilities
1. Clinical Management & Rehabilitation
Assist with injury assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of VFLW players under the supervision of the Head Physiotherapist.
Deliver individualised rehabilitation and reconditioning programs aligned with club and AFLW/VFLW best-practice guidelines.
Support injury prevention initiatives, including mobility, activation, and strength-based programs.
Assist with return-to-play planning and progression monitoring.
2. Training & Match-Day Operations
Provide physiotherapy coverage at training sessions and VFLW matches as required.
Assist with acute injury management, taping, strapping, and soft tissue therapy.
Support warm-ups, recovery strategies, and post-match recovery protocols.
3. Monitoring, Reporting & Systems
Maintain accurate and confidential medical and rehabilitation records.
Assist with athlete monitoring, load management, and wellness data collection.
Contribute to medical and performance reporting for football and high-performance staff.
4. Collaboration & Communication
Work collaboratively with coaching, strength & conditioning, and medical staff.
Communicate clearly with players regarding injury management, rehab timelines, and expectations.
Participate in medical meetings and contribute to multidisciplinary decision-making.
5. Professional Standards & Compliance
Adhere to AHPRA, AFL, VFL, and club medical policies and standards.
Maintain professional, ethical, and confidential practice at all times.
Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to sports and football physiotherapy.
6. Selection Criteria
Essential
Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy.
Current AHPRA registration.
Strong interest in sports and musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
Availability to work evenings, weekends, and match days.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience in elite or sub-elite football (AFL/VFL/State League).
Postgraduate education or professional development in sports physiotherapy.
Experience working in a multidisciplinary high-performance environment.
Knowledge of AFL/VFL injury management and return-to-play frameworks.
Desirable
Experience in elite or sub-elite football (AFL/VFL/State League).
Postgraduate education or professional development in sports physiotherapy.
Experience working in a multidisciplinary high-performance environment.
Knowledge of AFL/VFL injury management and return-to-play frameworks.
Personal Attributes
High level of professionalism and reliability.
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
