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Stepping Forward Therapy Services Paediatric Physiotherapy Suite 1/ 660 Canterbury Rd,
Surrey Hills VIC 3127 Ph: 03 9899 4004 Fax: 03 9899 4006
www.steppingforward.com.au
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Physiotherapist (Paediatrics) Grade 1
Permanent Part-‐time position (3-‐4 days per week), negotiable.
Stepping Forward Therapy Services has just made available an exciting new opportunity for a Physiotherapist seeking more experience in paediatrics to join our dynamic and dedicated team in Surrey Hills. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work with babies, through to adolescents, assessing and treating a wide range of conditions.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Physiotherapist with a sound working understanding of a range of paediatric conditions, both neurological and musculoskeletal, seeking experience in assessment and treatment of children from infancy to adolescence. This position involves clinic and communi-‐ty visits.
Our clinic is a well equipped facility, providing therapists with a great environment for functional assessment and opportunities to deliver play based therapy and engaging therapy programs. With experienced Physiotherapists on our team, not to mention Occupational Therapist and Orthotist at the same clinic, interdisciplinary support and professional development is provided.
Stepping Forward Therapy Services recognizes the specialized nature of paediatrics, and therefore this position offers substantial support and professional development opportunities to assist in meeting our philosophy of best practise. Description of Clinical Responsibilities
o Clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of infants, children and adolescents within the clinic setting and in the community.
o Community based therapy sessions for children at home/school/broader community, in-‐cluding travel.
o Equipment prescription, sourcing and sourcing funding as required. (Including orthotic) o Multi-‐disciplinary team liaising and reporting as required.
o Report writing, assessments and submissions as required. Experience in Standardised As-‐sessment delivery and soring, preferred.
o Participation in professional development program. (This position includes regular mentor-‐ing and support. Professional Development is encouraged at Stepping Forward Therapy Services, and the Physiotherapist may apply for financial support for relevant courses, etc.)
o Accurate and up-‐to-‐date record keeping and correspondence. o Caseload management.
o Administration tasks such as letters and reports required to support all physiotherapy re-‐lated work.
Stepping Forward Therapy Services Paediatric Physiotherapy Suite 1/ 660 Canterbury Rd,
Surrey Hills VIC 3127 Ph: 03 9899 4004 Fax: 03 9899 4006
www.steppingforward.com.au
o Marketing and Promotion tasks as set by the Director.
Selection Criteria:
• Professional registration as a Physiotherapist with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Clinical expertise and theoretical knowledge in the assessment and management of infants, children and adolescents
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Participation in continuous quality improvement processes
• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Demonstrated understanding of manual handling risk reduction
• Driver’s License and car.
• Computer literacy (at least intermediate skill level in MS Word)
• Current Working With Children Check and Police Check.
• Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate commitment to delivering a high quality of care. This role is suitable for a Physiotherapist who has had experience working with children in an undergraduate or post graduate capacity.
Enquires:
Please contact Audrey Lee, Principal Physiotherapist between Tuesdays and Thursdays. Ph: 03 9899 4004. All other enquires and applications should be forwarded to: [email protected]. All applications need to include your cover letter addressing the position description and resume. Applications will be accepted until 5pm, Friday 7th October, 2016. Only short-‐listed candidates will be contacted.
To view more about Stepping Forward Therapy Services see our website: www.steppingforward.com.au.