Prosthetist/orthotist - Melbourne, Australia - Austin Health

Austin Health

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Melbourne, Australia

3 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Location:
Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan

Job type:
Full time

Organisation:
Austin Health

Salary:

Salary not specified

Occupation:
Community Services, Health and Allied Health, Other, Medical, Nursing, Aged Care

Reference: 45672

An exciting opportunity currently exists for an enthusiastic and experienced
Orthotist / Prosthetist.
The role is for a Grade 2 Orthotist / Prosthetist, permanent Full time (40 hours per week including ADO's).

Part time and job share will be considered for outstanding applicants.

Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across 3 campuses in the northeast of Melbourne and state-wide.

Austin Health is world-renowned for its research and specialist work in cancer, liver transplantation, spinal cord injuries, neurology, endocrinology, mental health and rehabilitation.

The Orthotic and Prosthetic Department has a strong focus on positive patient outcomes, professional development and effective practices, to deliver a high quality and timely service, both clinically and technically, to the inpatients and outpatients across Austin Health's three campuses and the community.

We are actively involved in quality and education initiatives, and work with other Allied Health professionals to deliver a high standard of treatment across a large range of pathologies.

Essential Criteria:

A demonstrated commitment to Austin Health values: Our actions show we care; We bring our best; Together we achieve; and We shape the future.

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Masters of Clinical Prosthetic and Orthotics (or Bachelor equivalent)
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Eligible for AOPA membership with certification as an Orthotist / Prosthetist via CPD program fulfilment
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Specialst knowledge and clinical practice experience in orthotic management of high risk feet, orthopaedic, spinal and neurological patient groups
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Ability to undertake technical tasks (includes ability to evaluate all technical work and assess for adherence to quality standards / measures)
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Ability to be actively involved within a team, and promote team cohesion and collaboration
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Excellent written and oral communication skills, including sound computer skills (especially Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and hospital computer systems)
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Excellent time management and prioritisation skills with resultant effective outcomes
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Working knowledge of external funding streams such as NDIS, TAC, Work Cover & SWEP

Work with us Your reward is to work in a collaborative environment which will provide you with opportunities for ongoing training and development.

Your benefits will include salary packaging, and employee assistance program.

Austin Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

**For more information contact: Louise Baxter (Mon-Wed & Fri) on