Practitioner in Hand Therapy

**ABOUT US**:
EKCO Hand Therapy is Queensland’s largest hand and upper limb rehabilitation organisation. If you could define the EKCO Hand Therapy team in one word, it would be passionate. Our team consists of approximately 30 practitioners in hand therapy and 10 administration staff who operate from five clinics in the greater Brisbane area.

We work together to deliver state-of-the-art treatment programs and innovative rehabilitation techniques for our patients. Our hand therapists work closely with leading hand and upper limb surgeons and run join clinics within their rooms on a weekly basis. Our caseload ranges from elite sportspeople and multi-trauma, to conservative management of tendinopathies and degenerative disease.

**ABOUT THE ROLE**:
**DUTIES**:
The responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:

- Assessment and treatment of hand and upper limb injury and disease including trauma, sporting and work related injury
- Manufacture of static and dynamic splints and casts and complete wound care
- Liaison with key stakeholders and surgeons regarding the rehabilitation process
- Preparation of written reports
- Involvement in the Return to Work process

**CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS**:
You will also possess:

- A Degree in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy and have a minimum of 2 years’ experience working within the profession.
- A minimum of 12 months of specific hand therapy experience
- Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated capacity for executing tasks with the highest level of accuracy and attention to detail
- The ability to work both within a large team environment and autonomously

**WHY JOIN US?**:

- Ongoing training and development
- Stable, reputable national healthcare provider (part of the global Sonic Healthcare)
- Paid parental leave
- Numerous discounts including travel, gym membership and health insurance options
- Novated Leasing
- Discounted fees for various medical services e.g. pathology, radiology and travel health
- Employee Assistance Program
- Focus on corporate social responsibility e.g. fundraising, supporting community events

**HOW TO APPLY**:
**DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION**:

- At EKCO Hand Therapy, we embrace a diverse mix of minds and backgrounds, creating a supportive environment where every voice is valued. Our commitment to gender equity fosters a safe, respectful, and welcoming space for all. We honour the unique experiences of veterans and current serving members of the Australian Defence Force and their families, whose military backgrounds enrich our workplace._

**PRIMARY LOCATION**: AU-QLD-Chermside

**JOB POSTING**: 05-Sep-2025