Senior Orthotist Level 3

HealthShare NSW

Newcastle-Maitland

On-site

AUD 112,396 - 116,038

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave loading

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Wellbeing programs

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Paid parental leave

Job summary

A leading healthcare service provider in Newcastle is seeking a Senior Orthotist to provide clinical assessments and orthotic services. The role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and supporting junior staff. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and experience in clinical settings. The position offers competitive remuneration and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

Experience providing clinical assessments and orthotic services.
Ability to support the clinical management of junior staff.
Strong communication skills for collaborating in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical assessment and orthotic services to clients.
Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team for patient care.
Support junior staff in their clinical management.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Orthotic services

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Orthotics

Tools

3D scanning

3D printing

Job description

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Base pay range

A$112,396.00/yr - A$116,038.00/yr

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Position Classification: Orthotist Level 3 (Year 1 to Year 2)

Remuneration: $112,396.00 to $116,038.00 per annum, plus leave loading and 12% superannuation

Location: Lambton (John Hunter Hospital)

The Opportunity

Hunter Prosthetics Orthotics Service (HPOS) is seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Orthotist to join our team in Newcastle.

In this role, you’ll provide clinical assessment and orthotic services to inpatients, outpatients, and community clients. You’ll also support the clinical management of junior staff and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to plan and implement patient care.

Based at John Hunter Hospital, HPOS serves the Hunter and Northern NSW regions. Our team of 11 clinical, 3 technical, and 2 administrative staff is dedicated to enhancing patient mobility and quality of life. With on-site manufacturing, 3D scanning, and access to local 3D printing, we deliver innovative orthotic solutions. As a registered NDIS provider, we care for patients funded through EnableNSW, HNELHD, and other private and not-for-profit entities.

Enjoy the lifestyle in Newcastle, a vibrant coastal city with stunning beaches, a thriving dining scene, and easy access to the Hunter Valley.

If you are interested in joining a team passionate about helping patients and their families achieve their mobility goals, we encourage you to apply today!

Why Work for HealthShare NSW?

HealthShare NSW touches the lives of NSW Health employees and patients every single day by delivering services that keep our public hospitals and health facilities running.

We reward our employees with a terrific range of benefits, including:

Great leave conditions: enjoy one day off each month as an ADO, annual leave loading (a bonus extra payment of 17.5%) and 14 weeks’ paid parental leave for eligible employees
Salary packaging and novated leasing: you can access up to $2782 extra per year in your pay
Wellbeing programs: access a large array of wellbeing programs designed to support your physical, mental, and emotional health
Commitment to career development: Expansive free online training, talent programs, study leave and internal development opportunities to accelerate your career
Rewarding role and community contribution: Make a difference in people\'s lives by assisting those in need and actively contributing to your community.

Benefits note: some benefits may only apply to certain employment types.

Further information on our wide range of benefits is available here.

Eligibility Requirements

Meet essential requirements as outlined in the Position Description
Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, or valid work visa). Permanent roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents, while temporary and casual roles welcome applicants with a visa.
This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and Tuberculosis (TB) screening. Refer to NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 12) for a complete list of required vaccines. During application, please upload OASV Undertaking/Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool with any vaccination evidence you have.

How to Apply

Click Apply Now at the top of the job advertisement, located here: Senior Orthotist Level 3 - Lambton - Healthshare NSW Careers
Attach your resume and provide answers to the Targeted Questions listed on the page
To find out more about applying for jobs with HealthShare please view our resource: Your Guide to Employment with HealthShare NSW.

We are Diverse and Inclusive

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans, carers, and people with disability. If we can offer some support or make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact our Diversity and Inclusion Team and let us know.

Further information on how we support Diversity & Inclusion at HealthShare NSW can be found here.

Talent Pool

An eligibility list from this recruitment may be created for future casual, permanent, or temporary full-time or part-time positions within the next 6 months.

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday 7 September 2025

View the full job advertisement: https://jobs.health.nsw.gov.au/healthshare/jobs/senior-orthotist-level-3-lambton-304693

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