Orthotist Level 4

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Orthotist / Prosthetist Lvl 4

Remuneration: – full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ621750

Location: Westmead

Applications Close: Midnight on 04 December 2025

Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.

What you'll be doing

To provide extensive specialist orthotic care to patients of the Sydney Children's Hospital Network

Primary function

Responsible for providing clinical, technical and administrative aspects of orthotic care to patients referred to the Orthotics Department, and through participation in the Orthotics team, works towards the achievement of the mission, philosophy and objectives of the Orthotics Department and the Sydney Children's Hospital Network.

Level 4 Health professionals may have a clinical, education or management focus or may have elements of all three features. They are experienced clinicians who possess extensive specialist knowledge or a high level of broad generalist knowledge within the Orthotic profession. They are required to demonstrate advanced reasoning skills and operate autonomously without direct supervision. A level 4 Orthotist provides services to client groups and circumstances of a complex nature requiring advanced practice skills. They are able to apply professional knowledge and judgement when performing novel, complex or critical tasks specific to the orthotic profession.

They may be responsible for providing clinical supervision and support to more junior clinicians, technical staff and students. Positions at this level are involved in planning, implementing, evaluating and reporting on services. They identify opportunities for improvement in clinical practice, develop and lead ongoing quality improvement activities with other staff.

A Level 4 Senior Clinician's expertise in their area of specialty is such that they provide a consultancy service in their speciality area across an Area, geographic region or clinical network.

Level 4 Senior Clinicians provide advice to service managers on clinical service delivery development, practice and redesign. A Level 4 Senior Clinician will have the ability to assist and provide guidance to service managers in the development of clinical services in response to demand and client needs. Level 4 Senior Clinicians make a contribution to education activities related to their area of expertise.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Bachelor degree in prosthetics and/or orthotics which provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Orthotic and Prosthetic Association, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.
• Extensive post graduate orthotic experience. Advanced skills in all aspects of orthotic assessment and treatment (or in a particular clinical area within paediatrics) and evidence based intervention/orthotic prescription.
• Recognised source of expert knowledge in orthotic provision, functioning as a clinical consultant with demonstrated advanced clinical reasoning skills.

How to Apply

Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:

• A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
• Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description

Additional Benefits (for eligible employees)

• Salary packaging for tax savings
• Meal entertainment savings
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Passport
• Flexible Work Practice Opportunities

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description.
• Find out more about applying for this position
• Learn more about The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
• Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.

Further Contacts and Support

For role related queries or questions contact Jacqui Ford on

We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact SCHN-EA-

For technical support please contact the customer services team on

Child Safe Standards

SCHN is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Additional Information

Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description. Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role.

NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.

Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

All workers must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_15 for more detail.

This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children's Guardian Website

For roles that require formal qualifications, please note that overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes.

Eligibility List

An eligibility list may be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.

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