Physiotherapist - Hand Therapist / Acute Surgical Ward

Lead and inspire in a dynamic Physiotherapist role with a varied caseload

Remuneration: $112,396 – $116,038 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging
Location: The Maitland Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 3
Requisition ID: REQ544957
Applications Close: Monday 20th January 2025

At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• ADO's each month (for full time employees)
• Salary packaging options
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
  
  

 
About the role:

This dynamic role will see you enjoy a varied caseload, with an established roster as below:

Monday and Wednesday: Outpatient assignment. Monday is a combination of physiotherapy only hand patients and the Orthopaedic / Fracture clinic, whilst Wednesday is predominantly physio only hand patients. The outpatient service often requires support in Orthopaedic Clinics which is negotiated across the service as required.

Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: Ward based, across Surgical, Maternity and Paediatric. You will be working as the lead of our junior level 1 and senior level 2 staff. There is a supportive educational focus within the team, and our designated Paediatric Outpatient Physiotherapist is available on Fridays for clinical advice as required.

In addition, we are currently implementing Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) practice for total knee replacement patients - this role will lead this project as it becomes embedded in practice.

The position is supported by the Level 6 Physiotherapist - Line Manager and the other senior staff in the Lower Hunter Physiotherapy service. We also have strong professional links with staff at Kurri Kurri and Cessnock hospitals.

You will have access to relevant professional development opportunities, as well as a department inservice programme monthly session.  

Where you’ll be working:

The Maitland Hospital is a new green field hospital relocated to Metford NSW in 2021, with a level 5 inpatient and associated outpatient service. The hospital is home to a busy Orthopaedic service, with 9 consultants - including specialties in hands, ankles, feet, and shoulders, as well as more general elective and trauma. We also have subspecialty areas in the Physiotherapy service, including ICU and ED.

This position has multiple clinical and supervision requirements on the wards, as well as the Outpatient Hand Clinic and Orthopaedic / Fracture clinics. The latter occurs across 4 days per week, with likely expansion required. Seven-day service has been newly established for wards / ED with designated staffing.

Our skilled multidisciplinary team are friendly and supportive, with a strong focus on providing patient focused care and outcomes. We are progressive and able to adapt to new clinical practice efficiently and enthusiastically, whilst ensuring patient care remains central to any decisions.

About You:

Skills in splinting and casting are essential for this role, as well as having knowledge and confidence in your scope of practice. You will demonstrate commitment to a continuous learning path relevant to your assigned caseload, and will demonstrate attributes conducive to the effective supervision, communication, and guidance of less skilled staff.

Requirements:

• Physiotherapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA

 
Additional Information:
 

• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. 
• This position is full time; however, job share arrangements will be considered.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.  
• Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. 

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For role related queries or questions contact Wendy Fernandes on Wendy.Fernandes@health.nsw.gov.au