Job Description for Rehabilitation Consultant at MedHealth
We are seeking individuals with a professional background in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, or Exercise Physiology interested in working in the Occupational Rehabilitation sector at Port Macquarie NSW.
This diverse role offers flexibility and autonomy to manage your own day, supported by a strong team of driven and energetic healthcare professionals with backing and resources from a global corporate infrastructure.
Providing occupational rehabilitation services to clients with various conditions, both physical and psychological, and supporting them to achieve return to health and return to work outcomes.
Your Key Responsibilities:
* Case management (caseloads are manageable, with support from Rehabilitation Assistants to alleviate administrative tasks);
* Applying clinical knowledge to improve return to work outcomes;
* Working with employers and employees to develop and implement injury prevention and workplace education programs;
* Collaborating with injured workers, employers, medical and allied health professionals;
* Working across various schemes such as workers compensation, compulsory third party, life insurance, Comcare, Department of Veteran's Affairs, and employer-funded injury prevention programs;
* Assisting those with an injury or health condition to achieve return to health and return to work outcomes;
* Completing various assessments using clinical skills, including initial, workplace, and vocational assessments to review diagnosis, support treatment plans, address psychosocial barriers to employment, and identify suitable employment opportunities for workers who have sustained workplace injuries or injuries sustained from motor vehicle accidents.
About You:
* Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, or Exercise Physiology, registered with AHPRA or ESSA;
* Previous experience in Occupational Rehabilitation would be highly regarded;
* Fabulous communication skills, including getting to know clients and stakeholders;
* Compassion, kindness, empathy, well-developed time management skills, and a current NSW Driver's License with comprehensive insurance.
Culture and Values:
At MedHealth, we value diversity and inclusion. Our three simple but powerful values drive every decision: Great People, Big Hearts, and Bold Ideas.