Orthotist Level 3
Selection Criteria:
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Bachelor degree in prosthetics and/or orthotics which provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Orthotic and Prosthetic Association, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer
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Extensive post graduate orthotic experience. Advanced skills in all aspects of orthotic assessment and treatment (or in a particular clinical area within paediatrics) and evidence based intervention/orthotic prescription
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Recognised source of expert knowledge in orthotic provision, functioning as a clinical consultant with demonstrated advanced clinical reasoning skills
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Capacity to provide clinical supervision and support to orthotic clinicians, students, technicians and support staff
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Documented involvement in planning, implementing, evaluating and reporting on services including development of clinical innovations and initiatives
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Willingness to support other clinical areas as required and demonstrated ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team as well as autonomously
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Effective oral and written communication skills including the ability to use appropriate patient management systems
We encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI, people with a disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.
As this role requires vaccination compliance, please refer to the Application Guide for requirements.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children’s Guardian Website https://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/
All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course of a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine prior to commencement with NSW Health OR provide an approved medical contraindication certificate.
You will be required to show proof of your COVID-19 vaccination status prior to securing this role. Please also provide proof of booster vaccination, if available.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
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For role related queries or questions contact Ruth Baker on Ruth.Baker@HEALTH.NSW.GOV.AU
For technical support please contact the customer services team on 1300 679 367 and select option 3.
Applications Close: 05/06/2022
