Physiotherapist Grade 2

* Provide appropriate clinical management for all musculoskeletal inpatients/outpatients* Assessment, planning and treatment including education for all musculoskeletal inpatients/outpatients* Communicate assessment and treatment outcomes to nursing, medical and other Allied Health staff via documentation and handovers.* Clinical supervision and teaching of physiotherapy students, both undergraduate and postgraduate, as required* Develop and promote new initiatives regarding service provision* Recent experience in and knowledge of physiotherapy management in an acute health care setting, particularly musculoskeletal* Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team* Knowledge of and commitment to continuous quality improvement* Experience with student supervision* Superior written and verbal communication skills* A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs* Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling* A healthy work/life balance encouraged. Full time employment comes with a monthly Accrued Day Off (additional day off per month)* 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).**POSITION PURPOSE** Accountable to the Physiotherapy Manager and responsible to the designated Team Leader, this Grade 2 position is responsible for providing high quality, overall physiotherapy management to the patients on units managed by the designated work area. The candidate will be responsible for the supervision of physiotherapy students and junior physiotherapists. The candidate is also responsible for continuing quality improvement projects and other tasks as directed/delegated. Weekend, public holiday and on call work is also a potential requirement.**POSITION DUTIES** The delivery of the highest standard of physiotherapy services to the patients at SVHM as directed: Provide appropriate clinical management for all patients on units managed by the designated work area as required Communicate assessment and treatment outcomes to nursing, medical and other Allied Health staff via documentation and ward rounds Advising on the care of patients in outlying wards when requested Participate in unit ward rounds/team meetings Ensure implementation of departmental policies and procedures Participate in Departmental and Organisational meetings, other meetings as required Actively participate in interdisciplinary team activities Organise and implement in-service training sessions for staff, the physiotherapy assistants, students and volunteers Appropriately teach and supervise physiotherapy students and provide regular feedback and documentation of the clinical placement required Appropriately manage & supervise the physiotherapy grade 1 staff and AHA in the allocated stream as required Ensure continuous Quality Improvement through high quality work practices Implement department quality improvement activities Assist with development of policies, procedures and guidelines in line with strategic directions for the department, allied health team and wider organization Active participation to ongoing education through in internal and external professional development and review of current literature**INCUMBENT OBLIGATIONS** General Perform duties of the position to best of their ability and to a standard acceptable to SVHM Comply with all SVHM policies, procedures, by laws and directions Treat others with respect and always behave professionally and in accordance with the SVHM Only access confidential information held by SVHM when this is necessary for business purposes, maintaining the confidentiality of that information once accessed Participate in the annual SVHM performance review process Display adaptability and flexibility to meet the changing operational needs of the business Comply with applicable Enterprise Bargaining Agreement provisions Display a willingness to develop self and seek to improve performance Attend clinical orientation upon commencement Maintain clinical registration and any required indemnity cover Always work within approved scope of practice under supervision by more senior clinical staff as appropriate. Take personal responsibility for the quality and safety of work undertaken Take all necessary care and precautions when undertaking clinical procedures Complete annual clinical competencies Maintain skills and knowledge necessary to safely and skilfully undertake clinical work Consult with peers and other experts and refer to other healthcare workers when appropriate and in a timely manner Collaborate and clearly communicate with patients/clients and the healthcare team Participate in clinical risk management and continuous quality improvement activities as part of day-to-day work Ensure consumers receive information in an appropriate and accessible format Actively support consumers to make informed decisions about their treatment and ongoing care Ensure consumers are aware of their rights responsibilities and how to provide feedback Protect the health and safety of self and others, complying with all health and safety related policies, procedures and direction**8.2 OTHER NON ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS** Skills and competencies which the incumbent must possess: Commitment to the values and health care philosophy of the Sisters of Charity Commitment to the Code of Conduct Demonstrated ability to facilitate team outcomes in a multi- disciplinary environment Superior written and verbal communication skills Commitment to staff development and continuing education Demonstrated commitment to involvement and encouragement of research activities and professional development.St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a Catholic not-for-profit healthcare provider with a reputation for compassionate care and world-leading innovation. Part of the St Vincent's Health Australia group, we are a leading tertiary teaching hospital providing a comprehensive suite of services including acute medical
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