Hand Therapist Occupational/Physiotherapist - Grade 3

Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) is the major health provider in the Central Hume region with an extensive range of acute, sub-acute, aged care and community services.  An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Occupational or Physiotherapist to provide leadership within our specialist outpatient Hand Therapy service at Northeast Health Wangaratta. Northeast health is regionally one of the largest providers of hand therapy throughout the region, the team is made up of several Hand Therapist who are focused on evidence based practice, invested in learning and their own development.

The position involves development, co-ordination and leadership of the Hand Therapy service. To be successful in this role you will:Have extensive knowledge and experience in hand therapy services

This position is be part of the NHW Occupational Therapy team, a group of including Grade 1, 2 and 3 clinicians servicing clinical areas inclusive of emergency, acute, inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient and community funded streams. Our department strives for evidence based services that meet the needs of our community and contribute to our profession. There is flexibility within this role and make-up of hours so if interested please don’t hesitate to contact further to discuss these positions.

Opportunities for further hours (if desired) are also likely available through local public and private hand therapy services.  The successful applicant will enjoy the benefits of competitive remuneration and full salary packaging benefits that are available to Victorian Public Health Sector employees. There is flexibility within this role and make-up of hours and also potential to link in with other local public/private hand therapy services if more hours are desired.

 Our Region:Wangaratta is a large regional centre located in Northeast Victoria, with an approximate population of 30,000 people. Wangaratta offers a diverse range of shopping, cafes, bars, galleries and art precinct. Wangaratta boasts great parks and gardens and scenic walking/hiking trails in our local area, including the majestic Mt. Buffalo.

Located just 2.5 hours to Melbourne and approx. 2 hours from the snow fields. We are surrounded by world class Gourmet Food and Wine Region, including King Valley, Rutherglen, Glenrowan and Milawa Gourmet region.

Check out our region at www.visitwangaratta.com.au/HomeThe successful applicant will benefit from:Competitive remuneration, novated leasing and full salary packaging benefits Available. If you have relocated permanently you may also be able to substantially increase your take-home pay by salary packaging some or all of your relocation costs. Full time employees have the option to be able to purchase additional leave if they wish.

Option to be able to swap any existing public holiday to another religious holiday or day of significance of your choice. Employee Assistant Programs (EAP)Wellbeing programs and…