Orthotics Prosthetics Assistant

**SA Health**
**Job reference**: 900408
**Location**: 5011 - WOODVILLE SOUTH
**Job status**: Long Term Contract
**Eligibility**: Open to Everyone
- **Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Woodville South**:

- **Salary AHA-2 $58,709 - $63,154 p.a. (pro rata) + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits**:

- **Full-time temporary up to 22/5/26**

**About the Role**

Working under general direction, you will contribute to the Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) Orthotics and Prosthetics Service. Working in partnership with other healthcare professionals, you will assist with providing clinical services to patients and perform technical fabrication and maintenance of client orthotic and prosthetic devices. You will assist O&P clinicians with the fitting of simple orthotic devices and provide patient education and advice in the safe use and maintenance of equipment provided. You will be responsible for maintaining adequate levels of consumables, and the cleanliness and safety of facilities and equipment. You will be required to perform some administrative duties within the department. This may include documenting accurate patient histories, recording accurate and timely workload data, photocopying, filing and undertaking routine administrative tasks for the team. The Queen Elizabeth Hospital offers a diverse complex clinical presentation and supportive work environment. Working for us, you will have access to attractive salary sacrificing options.

**About You**

To succeed in this role, you will bring a blend of practical skills, relevant experience, and a commitment to patient care. We are looking for someone who has:

- **Patient Care & Observational Skills**: The ability to recognise and respond to changes in patient condition, and the initiative to escalate concerns when necessary.
- **Experience & Workload Management**: Previous experience in a caregiving or therapeutic role, with a demonstrated ability to manage your own workload and prioritise tasks effectively.
- **Knowledge & Communication**: A solid understanding of rehabilitation conditions, therapy approaches, and work health and safety principles, alongside excellent communication and documentation skills.

**About CALHN**

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we're shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia's largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it's expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that's driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories, our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

**Benefit of Joining CALHN**

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

- **Salary Attractions**: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
- **Annual Leave**: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
- **Flexible Work Arrangements**: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
- **Health and Fitness Benefits**: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families.
- **Career Opportunities**: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.
- **Employee Assistance Program**: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

**Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion**

**Application Information**:

- Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
- SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

**Job ref: 884133**

**Enquiries to**:

- Andrew Byett

Position: Manager Orthotics & Prosthetics
Phone: 0478 267 360

**Application Closing Date**

11.55 pm Sunday 4 May 2025

**Refer to the SA Health Career Website -**How to apply** for further information**

900408 RD Orthotics Prosthetics Assistant.pdf

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**Flexibility Statement**
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Appli