THIS IS YOUR SPRINGBOARD!
EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY INTERNSHIP
200 Hours (@10 hours per week)
Remuneration $4000+ Super
WHAT YOU WILL GAIN:
– Exposure to High level Clinical Exercise Physiology practices
– Learn advanced clinical skills that are not gained in academic environment
– Establish an understanding of the characteristics that contribute to being an effective Exercise Physiologist
– Develop skills and knowledge to design and deliver evidence-based world’s best practice group and individual programs for a variety of cohorts.
– Gain confidence in client-facing interpersonal skills
– Exposure to professional level continuing education programs
– Excellent Networking opportunities
– A team of mentors to help you shape your career during and after your internship
THE INS & OUTS:
Working alongside your Mentor EP for a minimum of 10 hours per week, you will be based at our purpose-built clinic in South Yarra. While your mentor is your primary contact, you will have the opportunity to work alongside all EP Group Team Members. The internship is structured in 3 tiers that categorise tasks of increasing capability, skill and responsibility. You will commence with Tier 1 (Introduction to the business, marketing and practice management). Through this Tier you will develop an understanding of our key philosophies and processes that determine ‘how we roll’. You will then progress to Tier 2 and 3 tasks at the discretion of your Mentor Exercise Physiologist. Formal performance reviews will be conducted every 2 months (or as the Mentor sees fit) to identify your strengths and weaknesses, help you set goals, assess progress and develop your skill set.
REMUNERATION:
You will be employed in accordance with the Fair Work Act (2009) and remunerated as a casual employee at a rate of $20/hour. These payments will be subject to 10% super contribution and paid pro rata as part of our salary schedule. You will also have access to a $1000 Professional Development budget to further your skills and knowledge in a chosen pathway.
FINE PRINT:
As an employee of the Exercise Physiology Group, you will be covered by the Exercise Physiology Group’s Professional Indemnity/Public Liability policy and will be extended coverage under the Exercise Physiology Group’s Workers Compensation policy in the event of an injury.
TO APPLY:
To apply for an Internship with the Exercise Physiology Group, we require you to submit your CV and a short 90 sec video introducing yourself and demonstrating your passion for Clinical Practice addressing the following questions:
1. Explain this statement – ‘Rehabilitation is to show the client what they can do for themselves’.
2. Rank these three elements in order of importance to the role of an Exercise Physiologist and explain your reasoning:
– Great knowledge
– Great clinical skills
– Great communication skills.
3. What does the term ‘antifragile’ mean to you in a rehab context?
4. Which scope of EP practice are you most passionate about?
Successful applicants will be chosen through a 3-stage process comprising a follow-up
interview and task-based assessment.
Email your application to: admin@theepgroup.com.au
Applications close 8th August, 2021
Internship Commences: 30th August, 2021
