Permanent / Part time (3 hours per week), Tuesday afternoons
Neurosurgery clinic
Senior leadership opportunity
Friendly and dynamic team
About the Role
An opportunity currently exists for a Grade 3 physiotherapist to join the physiotherapy department. The successful applicant will be responsible for providing high quality, overall physiotherapy management to patients in Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy clinics of the Fitzroy campus of St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne. The successful candidate will be involved in the management of an individual caseload of patients in Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Neurosurgery clinics, managing the care of patients with spinal conditions from metropolitan and regional Victoria. They will have opportunity to begin, establish or consolidate their skills in the AMP clinic with the support of senior medical and physiotherapy clinical staff.
The position involves taking a leadership role within the department and in the musculoskeletal outpatient team as well as being responsible for quality activities and research projects within the musculoskeletal team. The role is also responsible for supervision of junior staff, and Allied Health Assistants and other duties as directed/delegated.
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic physiotherapist to join a cohesive and progressive integrated team, committed to excellence in clinical practice, research and professional development.
Must have, or be currently eligible for National Physiotherapist Registration.
Classifications for this position will be VB7 – VC1 ($52 - $60 per hour).
Duties include
Provide assessment and clinical management to patients within relevant Advanced Scope Physiotherapy clinics at SVHM (eg. Neurosurgical clinics)
Provide leadership and co-ordination of the musculoskeletal outpatient team
Supervision and management of the clinical education program for undergraduate students, as required
Involvement in multidisciplinary meetings and planning
Lead research and/or quality improvement activities in the musculoskeletal team
Your contribution
Minimum seven years of post-graduate experience
Post-graduate qualification in relevant area of physiotherapy (or working towards) would be highly regarded
Broad experience in and knowledge of physiotherapy management in a musculoskeletal outpatient setting.
Demonstrated leadership skills and extensive experience in the supervision and professional development of physiotherapists, students and support staff.
Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment
What we offer
A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks
Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
Culture of continuous improvement
Physiotherapy Department
The Physiotherapy Department provides high quality clinical services across a spectrum of acute, sub-acute and outpatient services. The Department works as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide assessment, treatment and a range of therapeutic services to optimise patient care and maximise function. The Department is committed to fostering excellence in evidence based clinical care, research and education.
Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.
Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).
This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.
Contact: David Simondson, Lead Advance Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist Neurosurgery Clinics, (David.SIMONDSON@svha.org.au)
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au
View Reconciliation Action Plan