Grade 3 Advanced Practice Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist

* Minimum seven years of post-graduate experience* Post-graduate qualification in relevant area of physiotherapy (or working towards) would be highly regarded* Broad experience in and knowledge of physiotherapy management in a musculoskeletal outpatient setting.* Demonstrated leadership skills and extensive experience in the supervision and professional development of physiotherapists, students and support staff.* Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment* A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs* Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling* A healthy work/life balance encouraged.* 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).* Provide excellent assessment and clinical management to patients referred for musculoskeletal physiotherapy.* Promote the principles of evidence based practice in the management of patients treated by Musculoskeletal team.* Work within scope of practice, operational guidelines and own knowledge and skill level in any advanced scope clinic and identify when circumstances require escalation of care, consultations and referral on for appropriate medical review* To ensure compliance with the learning, competency and credentialing frameworks and clinical standards as required for Advanced Musculoskeletal* Physiotherapy* Initiate projects and research promoting improved work practices* Ensure implementation of departmental and SVHM policies and procedures* Supervision of the clinical education program for undergraduate and postgraduate students, if appropriate* Active participation in professional ongoing education and review of current literature* Participate in the Performance Development Program including participation in all relevant physiotherapy department general and musculoskeletal in-service programs* Ensure equipment used is monitored and properly maintained* Maintain departmental and program statistics* Appropriate documentation in medical record consistent with SVHM documentation policy* Consult with and provide advice to relevant medical and other staff where necessary, to formulate and carry out individual treatment regimens* Participate in Departmental and Organisational meetings, and other meetings as required* Provide support to Team Leaders (Musculoskeletal & Advanced Practice) and be an active member of the senior Musculoskeletal team* Actively participate in mentorship and supervision of staff as required and ensure effective and efficient human resource management occurs* 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 Code of Conduct* 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 directions* Complete required Fire and Emergency Training annually* Complete required Workplace Culture and Equity Training annually* Attend general hospital orientation within 3 months of commencement* As required, comply with fit-testing and PPE requirements* Participate in reporting and analysis of safety and quality data including risks or hazards,* Report any hazards, near misses and incidents (regardless of whether an injury occurred or not) into Riskman* Identify and report any variance to expected standard and minimising the risk of adverse outcomes* Capability* Demonstrated behaviour* Personal* Personal effectiveness* Sets and measures team goals, driving pursuit of higher standards of practice* Learning Agility* Responds to new and complex situations by adjusting behaviour appropriately* Outcomes* Patient/Resident centred* Monitors satisfaction levels and proactively addresses issues* Innovation and Improvement* Anticipates problems and continuously improves systems and processes* Strategy* Driving Results* Takes ownership for performance of team results* Organisational Acumen* Uses information and organisational knowledge to make decisions and achieve results* People* Working with and Managing others* Leads others and shares responsibilities, providing support and effective communication* Collaboration* Operates Cross functionally and develops constructive relationships across the organisation* 7 years post graduate experience in and knowledge of physiotherapy management in an acute health care setting* Demonstrated ability to
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