Coordinator Physiotherapy

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This is a Fixed Term Full Time appointment, for 12 months, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

Position Profile:
We are seeking an experienced Physiotherapist to work in a specialist role,
Coordinator Physiotherapy - Rehabilitation and Rehabilitation Technology,
as part of a multidisciplinary team to:

• Lead innovative contemporary evidence based care in rehabilitation robotics within the Kids Rehab WA service.
• Act as a Physiotherapy clinical consultant/resource to Physiotherapists and other health professionals related to this clinical specialty within the state.
• Plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate physiotherapy services and patient outcomes using specialised physiotherapy clinical practice skills in Paediatric Rehabilitation and Technologies.
• Supervise, coordinate and manage performance of physiotherapy staff, support staff and students in the department/clinical area.
• Practice as a Specialist Physiotherapist and ensure practice is in accordance with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia Code of Conduct, and Registration Standards, and Children and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) policies and guidelines.

The
Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS)
is proud to be the leading service provider for paediatric healthcare in Western Australia, as the State's only dedicated health service for infants, children and young people. CAHS is made up four service areas: Neonatology, Community Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), and Perth Children's Hospital (PCH). Consisting of over 6,500 employees, our services are delivered at PCH and King Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH), as well as across a network of more than 160 community clinics across the metropolitan area.

For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS and our services please click here.

For Further Job Related Information:
We encourage you to contact Sue-Anne Davidson on

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility to Apply:
To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Other Conditions:
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website

For Assistance
including any adjustment needed to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries – please contact the Strategic Talent Acquisition Recruitment Team (START) service via email:

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on for immediate assistance during business hours.

Application Instructions:
Applicants are requested to apply online ). Please note, applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants.

Requirements
Your ability to meet the work related requirements will be assessed throughout the recruitment process. For your written application please provide the following:

• a statement addressing the selection criteria.
• a current resume which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements.
• The name, email and contact details of two referees who can be contacted to provide an employment reference (we will contact you and seek your confirmation prior to contacting your listed referees).

Selection Criteria:
Please see below.

Essential Selection Criteria

• Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy and eligible for registration by the Physiotherapy Board of Australia.
• Demonstrated extensive relevant knowledge, skills and clinical experience in rehabilitation and robotic technologies, at a specialised level of practice including assessment, treatment and evaluation of paediatric conditions.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, develop, coordinate, implement and evaluate physiotherapy services within a defined area of practice.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership, coordination and effective staff supervision and training/education within a complex clinical environment including clinical risk and safety assessment.
• Demonstrated commitment/involvement in postgraduate professional development, quality improvement activities and research relating to this clinical field.
• Demonstrated time management, administrative and organisational skills when planning, providing and monitoring Physiotherapy services within a designated caseload.
• Demonstrated highly developed communication skills, time management skills and ability to work constructively within a complex clinical environment.
• Current knowledge of legislative obligations for Equal Opportunity, Disability Services and Occupational Safety and Health, and how these impact on employment and service delivery.

Desirable selection criteria

• Completion of a postgraduate qualification in a relevant area.
• Demonstrated analytical and clinical research skills.

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

CAHS values:
To achieve our vision of
healthy kids, healthy communities
, CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our values of
Compassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence and Accountability.
During the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position in accordance with the values. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact the person named in this advert.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.