Head of Paediatric Orthotics – Strategic Leader

Sydney Children's Hospitals Network; Sydney; On-site; AUD 152,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work opportunities

Salary packaging

Meal entertainment benefits

Accrued days off (ADOs)

Fitness passport

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Sydney Children's Hospitals Network located at Westmead seeks a Head of Orthotics Department to lead a tertiary paediatric orthotics service. You will guide orthotists, technicians and allied health staff to deliver patient-centred care across clinics and wards.

The role includes day-to-day department management, education, quality improvement, and research opportunities. Eligibility includes SCHN affiliation and Australian Orthotic Prosthetic Association membership where required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership of a paediatric orthotics service.
• Ability to oversee a multi-disciplinary team including orthotists and allied staff.
• Experience aligning clinical services with education and research.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Head of Orthotics Department to ensure high-quality tertiary paediatric orthotics.
• Provide day-to-day management of the department and promote continuous improvement.
• Oversee clinical service delivery, manufacturing on site and staff education.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Orthotics service

Education

Membership in Australian Orthotic Prosthetic Association

Job description

Sydney Children's Hospitals Network located at Westmead seeks a Head of Orthotics Department to lead a tertiary paediatric orthotics service. You will guide orthotists, technicians and allied health staff to deliver patient-centred care across clinics and wards.

The role includes day-to-day department management, education, quality improvement, and research opportunities. Eligibility includes SCHN affiliation and Australian Orthotic Prosthetic Association membership where required.