Occupational Therapist Or Physiotherapist (Grade 3), Hand Therapy

Description:

Employment Type - Permanent Part Time
Hours per fortnight - 40
Job Category - Other Professionals - Occupational Therapy
Req Id - 4338
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Provide collaborative leadership to our Hand Therapy teamDrive innovation within a high performing interprofessional team Deliver Advanced Practice Hand Therapy clinics Permanent part time opportunity 0.53EFT (40 hours per fortnight)
About Barwon Health
Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.
About The Facility
Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong’s CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.
About The Role
As the successful applicant you will work alongside peer Grade 3 Hand Therapists, Gr 4 Advanced Practice Hand Therapy leads, Plastics Surgery team, Occupational Therapy (OT) senior management team and Hand Therapy team in delivering a high quality evidence based Hand Therapy Service. You will play an integral role in clinical service delivery through the assessment of patients and determination of pathways of care.
In working with all stakeholders, the key objectives of the role include:
Performing comprehensive consumer assessments that determine appropriate care pathways.Working effectively and collaboratively as a member of the highly performing inter-professional teams that include plastic surgeons, hand therapists, advanced practice hand therapists, nursing staff and physiotherapists, in the delivery of care.Providing clinical leadership, education and expert consultancy to Barwon Health hand therapy staff and the multi-disciplinary team.In collaboration with the Gr 4 Advanced Practice Hand Therapy lead, peer Gr 3 Hand Therapists, OT site manager, OT Department manager, and the plastic surgery team, assist in the strategic planning, implementation, coordination and review of services.
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
About The Culture
The Hand Therapy team are part of Barwon Health’s wider Allied Health department and integrated into many service programs across the continuum of care. We are a supportive group with expert senior clinicians, advanced practice hand therapists and occupational therapy management leading the way. We are an innovative team with new initiatives to assist the plastics surgery team through Advanced Practice roles with the assessment and management of trauma conditions and to reduced waitlists for patients with chronic hand conditions. With our inclusive and collaborative approach to our profession and your career, we encourage you to engage in research opportunities, work on specific projects and take part in specialised professional development. Our people are devoted to caring for the community, we take pride in the exceptional patient care we provide and enjoy the fun camaraderie from the supportive people we work with. Barwon Health's Safety and Quality unit provides support to the organisation in the areas of accreditation, incident and complaint management, clinical audit, risk management, policy and procedure management, medico-legal services and consumer-centred care.
Barwon Health staff benefits
Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction. A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career.Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2650.
About Geelong
Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean ‘Tongue of Land’.
Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes.
Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers.Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf CoastAppreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes.
To learn more about the region, click here.
Diversity and Inclusion
We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.
We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.
We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards.
We are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.
If you need assistance with your application for this role, please email the Talent Acquisition team at talent.acquisition@barwonhealth.org.au with your preferred contact method and details, and we will get in touch with you.
Please note we do not accept resumes via email.
Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance
Contact person: Angela McLoughlan
Email: angela.mcloughlan@barwonhealth.org.au
Application closing date: 2nd May 2025
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