Prosthetist/Orthotist — Outpatient Rehab Specialist

Melbourne Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful Work

Career Growth

Supportive Culture & Belonging

Innovation

World-Class Excellence

Job summary

The Royal Melbourne Hospital invites applications for a Grade 2 Prosthetist/Orthotist. In this fixed-term role, you will assess clients, prescribe and coordinate fabrication of orthotic devices, and deliver high-quality prosthetic and orthotic care across the Royal Park Campus and Western Hospital, within a multidisciplinary team.

You will support CTS outpatient services, work with other clinicians, mentor junior staff, participate in quality improvement, and help ensure client-centred

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Prosthetics & Orthotics (or equivalent) is required.
• Eligibility for registration with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is required.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills; commitment to evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients and prescribe, coordinate fabrication and supply of orthotic devices to support rehabilitation and functional outcomes.
• Provide orthotic services through the Community Therapy Service (CTS) and prosthetic and orthotic care across other clinical streams.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, person-centred rehabilitation care.
• Participate in CTS team meetings and case conferences to support outpatient rehabilitation programs.
• Support junior staff and contribute to clinical education and knowledge sharing.
• Communicate effectively with clients, families and healthcare professionals to support continuity of care.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor of Prosthetics & Orthotics

NDIS registration eligibility

Job description

The Royal Melbourne Hospital invites applications for a Grade 2 Prosthetist/Orthotist. In this fixed-term role, you will assess clients, prescribe and coordinate fabrication of orthotic devices, and deliver high-quality prosthetic and orthotic care across the Royal Park Campus and Western Hospital, within a multidisciplinary team.

You will support CTS outpatient services, work with other clinicians, mentor junior staff, participate in quality improvement, and help ensure client-centred