Physiotherapist (Lvl 4) - Neurodegenerative Disease Supportive Care - Temp FT
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week up until 01 March 2026
Location: Broughton House, Camden
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 4
Remuneration: $2,331.57 - $2,388.088 per week
Requisition ID: REQ539177
Application Close Date: 08/12/2024
Interview Date Range: 11/12/2024 – 18/12/2024
Contact Details: Matthew Heikkinen – 0409 913 454 | Matthew.Heikkinen@health.nsw.gov.au
What You'll be Doing
This position is responsible for specialist physiotherapy clinical service provision in the area of neurodegenerative disease across South West Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD). This includes service development and evaluation, advanced clinical reasoning and practice skills in the management of clients of a novel or complex nature, as well as providing consultation and education across the SWSLHD in the assessment and management of clients with neurodegenerative disease. This position is responsible for the supervision, teaching and training of Physiotherapists, AHAs, the broader MDT and other external providers. The position will build multidisciplinary relationships and work closely with the Neurology, Palliative Care and Respiratory Departments in SWSLHD to lead the service design and build district-wide multidisciplinary pathways to improve access to specialised care for clients with neurodegenerative disease, including facilitation of community supports (including NDIS and ENABLE) and in reach to clinics.
The Level 4 Senior Neurodegenerative Disease Supportive Care physiotherapist will h olistically assess and manage clients in the community with neurodegenerative disease – including respiratory and ventilator requirements and functional assessment. This includes:
- Assessing and managing function, including advice around exercise and maintenance of function, upper limb care, neck supports and positioning
- Implementing and/or assisting in the delivery of appropriate ventilatory support/non-invasive ventilation for clients in the community
- Provision of respiratory care including procedures such as secretion clearance and airway suctioning where indicated
- Education and support for patients/carers and private care providers in the use and care of ventilatory support equipment, respiratory care/sputum clearance techniques and the use of transfer aids/tools
- Participation in case conferencing, clinical meetings and multidisciplinary clinics
- Liaison with medical staff concerning treatment choices and long-term treatment plans
- Facilitation of community supports and in-reach to hospital outpatient clinics.
Where You'll Be Working
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.
The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.
As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Current Physiotherapy Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Extensive clinical specialty experience including demonstrated advanced practice skills and management of a complex physiotherapy caseload.
- Demonstrated experience in providing clinical leadership, consultation, supervision and education for staff and/or students.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development and ability to implement evidence based practice.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills and the ability to build partnerships with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated leadership, skills and experience in the planning and implementation of quality improvement, research and service development activities.
- Demonstrated effective time management skills and ability to work independently and as part of a specialist multidisciplinary team.
- Advanced level of clinical knowledge and expertise in physiotherapy management of neurodegenerative conditions, including respiratory failure management, airways clearance, functional assessment and management and supporting end of life care.
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
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Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
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