Careers

MPFP Staff

Jill Chenoweth

Jill is a Continence and Women’s Health Physiotherapist with over 25 years experience. She has worked in both the public and private health developing pathways, clinics and involved in research in pelvic health. Jill lectures at the Continence Foundation of Australia, Australian Physiotherapy Association and Monash School of Physiotherapy on a regular basis. She has also spoken at many community events and writes for various health and fitness magazines. Jill’s mission is to inspire other health professionals and the general public to learn more about pelvic health and make change to prevent and heal these issues.

” At MPFP we can rebuild you”

Pelvic floor and pelvic girdle problems can cause emotional distress and lead to reduced participation in exercise, social activities and intimacy.  Jill has a passion for restoring physical biomechanics and enjoys observing her clients improvements in quality of life and activity levels of all age groups.

Jill has 3 children and in her spare time is a keen triathlete achieving  Australian or State age group champion at sprint, olympic and half ironman distances over the years as well as competing in 2 world triathlon championships

 

 Cassie Lee

Cassie Lee graduated from Latrobe University in 2000. She has been working with MPFP for the last 9 years.

She has a passion for helping women through their journey of pregnancy and beyond. She is a dynamic educator and provides valuable information and practical strategies to manage pregnancy, birth and breastfeeding.

Cassie is married with 3 young children who keep her very busy. In her spare time (not that there is much of it) she enjoys walking her dog, going to the gym and spending time with friends.

 

Jemma Williams

Jemma completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Monash University and has much experience and interest in women’s health working in public sector as well as volunteering overseas in Nepal and Cambodia.

Her passion for women’s health has seen her complete further studies with The APA Continence and Women’s Health and An Introduction to the Physiotherapist’s Role in Pregnancy and Early Postpartum.

Jemma has also completed her Post Grad studies in Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation in 2017

Jemma loves her sport and outdoors, particularly playing netball and hiking, all the while continuously supporting her AFL team.

 

 

 Charlotte Burton

Charlotte completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Monash University and graduated in 2012. Over this time she has worked in both the public and private sector and has recently returned from working in London over the past 2 years where she worked in one of the largest women and men’s health physiotherapy teams in the UK.

Charlotte’s love for pelvic health started early in her career, which took her travelling to Ethiopia to volunteer and observe at Catherine Hamlin’s fistula clinic and also to parts of Tanzania. She has completed further studies in Women’s Health and is planning on completing her post graduate studies in Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation this year.

Charlotte is passionate about educating women and men about their pelvic floor and empowering them to be able to achieve their goals with confidence. Outside of work, she enjoys keeping fit and active and travelling as often as possible.

 

 

Alex Hansford-Smith

Alex completed her Doctor of Physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne in 2018. During the course of her studies, she had a range of experience from acute hospital care all the way through to animal physiotherapy! Alex was also involved heavily in furthering student education and is passionate about helping people increase their knowledge.

Alex’s interest in pelvic health began during her studies, and she is very keen to keep learning and progressing in this field. Her particular interest is pelvic health in athletes of all types and plans to undertake as much further education and qualifications as she can.

Alex was born and raised in Mornington but has spend the last 16 years living elsewhere so is very excited to be home. Alex spends her free time riding her two retired racehorses, going hiking and surfing.

 

 

 

Jess Whitbourne

Jess has been treating as a Remedial massage therapist for over 8 years and in 2014 has completed her advanced diploma of Myotherapy.

Jess’s has a wealth of experience in Sports massage, deep tissue, myofascial release, muscle energy release, stretching, pregnancy and post natal massage. And know to add to her bow corrective exercises, western cupping and dry needling with her qualification in Myotherapy.

Jess has work all over the world gaining experience. Cruise ships in America, Training in London, 2 seasons on Mt Buller Victoria. Jess has also worked with chiropractors, physiotherapist and many remedial therapists and myotherapist building and growing her skills.

When Jess is not massaging she enjoys dance class, pilates, camping with family and friends and spending time with her animals, also you can find her engrossed in one of her beloved books.

 

 

Kate Parsons

Kate is a remedial massage therapist with a wealth of knowledge in prenatal and postnatal massage and has a certificate in Pregnancy Therapeutic Massage.

Kate strives to provide a time of pure bliss from the moment her clients enter her care to the moment they leave the clinic.
 

MPFP Super Star Receptionists

Sophie, Tara and Ria ensure the smooth running of MPFP and here to help with any questions you may have. For anything that requires special attention please feel free to speak with our Practice Manager, Sarah-Jane Morrison.

 

 

 

Careers at MPFP

Mornington Peninsula Family Physiotherapy (M.P.F.P) is a friendly team of experienced allied health professionals with a passion for men and women’s health and we are always keen to meet with like minded professionals to join us

 

Women’s Health Physiotherapist & New Grad Physiotherapist Available

• Beautiful Beachside Location
• Great salary package
• Flexible working arrangements

Our services

• Women’s & Men’s Health/ Pelvic floor rehabilitation
• Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
• Pre and Post natal care/ Mastitis Treatment
• Real Time Ultrasound
• Clinical Pilates & exercise classes
• Childbirth Education- antenatal, postnatal, active birth
• Private hospital midwifery ward inpatients
• Lymphoedema
• Massage therapists, Myotherapist & psychologists, dietitian

 Skills & experience

• Successful completion of a Physiotherapy degree
• Current AHPRA registration
• Pelvic floor rehab experience or an interest in PFM rehab post grad 2016 would be an advantage
• An interest in women’s health
• The ability to have fun & be a part of a close knit team
• Must be able to demonstrate a caring, confident and professional manner, including professional correspondence and record-keeping.
• A solid commitment to growing your clinical skills and knowledge

New or recent Graduates applicants welcome to apply. We offer an initial induction program for Graduating Physiotherapists awaiting on their provisional registration.

Benefits & culture

• Exceptional remuneration with a salary based package (not commissioned based)
• Full or part time, days & hours negotiable; there are a number of flexible positions available, offering a minimum of ½ day a week through to full time hours
• Weekly mentoring, quarterly in-services & staff social events
• Subsidy support for external training that you choose to do
• Supervision/training will be offered initially to ensure homogenous/consistent positive patient experience.
• The position has an established caseload with strong referral support from local and city practitioners
• You are fully supported by administrative staff and other experienced team members in a work environment that is fun, friendly and professional
• Low stress self-paced working environment
• Interesting caseload

For any enquiries please contact:

Sarah Jane Morrison

Practice Manager

03 5976 4944

 

New Graduate Physiotherapist positions Part Time & Full Time contract

These positions are to participate in the MPFP New Graduate Program. The positions are for a minimum of 12 month. These appointments provide an opportunity to gain broad based clinical experience in a private practice environment whilst receiving comprehensive support and supervision.

Selection Criteria

• Successful completion of a Physiotherapy degree which will lead to registration with AHPRA as a Physiotherapist
• Demonstrated high level interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with well-developed time management and organisational skills
• Evidence of sound clinical reasoning skills and practical application of theoretical knowledge
• Understanding of and ability to work within an interdisciplinary team and a Physiotherapy team
• Evidence of a sound undergraduate academic record including clinical placement (please submit relevant transcripts and placement assessments as part of your application)
• Evidence of self directed learning skills and commitment to professional development

For any enquiries please contact:

Sarah-Jane Morrison

Practice Manager

03 5976 4944

 

Remedial Massage Therapist/ Myotherapist Available

MPFP Myotherapy and Massage Therapy department is expanding and we’re looking for  Professionals to join our team

Selection Criteria

• Dipolma or Remedial Massage or Advanced Diploma Myotherapy
• Possess excellent communication skills, be reliable, punctual and well groomed
• Have confidence, self-motivation and a strong desire to grow your clientele
• Part time hours with a mixture of morning, day, afternoons and alternate Saturdays with room to grow
• Must hold an association recognition (AAMT or equivalent), health insurance/ provider number
• Strong communication skills is essential to motivate clients to achieve their treatment goals
• The ability to have fun & be a part of a close knit team

For any enquiries please contact:

Sarah-Jane Morrison

Practice Manager

03 5976 4944

 

Clinical Pilates Instructors Positions

MPFP clinic Pilates is always expanding and we’re looking for Fitness Professionals to join our team

Selection Criteria

• Applicants should hold the industry standard qualification requirements
• Applicants must have relevant professional registration
• Evidence of sound clinical skills and practical application of theoretical knowledge
• Understanding of and ability to work within an interdisciplinary team and a Physiotherapy team

For any enquiries please contact:

Sarah-Jane Morrison

Practice Manager

03 5976 4944