State Clinical Manager Orthotic & Prosthetic Services (OPST) )
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State Clinical Manager Orthotic & Prosthetic Services (OPST) )
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Department of Health, Tasmania
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Team
The Orthotics and Prosthetics team provides services to inpatients and outpatients, including NDIS participants, across Tasmania. Comprised of Orthotists, Prosthetists, technicians and administrative staff, the team is physically located in hubs in the South, North and Northwest of the state, with senior staff at each hub, connected through a shared vision and strategic plan, as well as regular virtual meetings. Services include the Custom Seating and Wheelchair Service (The Seating Clinic), the Tasmanian Artificial Limb Scheme, inpatient neuro and rehab, and outpatient NDIS.
Role
The State Clinical Manager provides state-wide operational and professional leadership, direction and governance for Orthotic and Prosthetic Services. The role is responsible for compliance with organisational policies and quality standards, including NSQHS, NDIS and Aged Care standards, and for provision of a high standard of clinical service to consumers. As a member of the Allied Health leadership team, the State Clinical Manager provides high-level advice and support to the Executive Director and Deputy Director of Allied Health for the effective delivery of OPST service and is an active member of the Allied Health Advisory Committee and the Allied Health Clinical Council.
Qualifications
Extensive clinical practice experience in the provision of orthotic and prosthetic services, and a detailed understanding of health service delivery issues across acute, sub-acute, rehabilitation and outpatient settings.
Proven high-level knowledge and significant experience in people and resource management within orthotic and prosthetic services, including demonstrated capacity to provide professional leadership, vision and contemporary approach.
High-level strategic, conceptual, analytical and creative skills, with the ability to provide advice, contribute to and implement service delivery planning and policy initiatives that ensure effective and efficient consumer-focused service delivery.
Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position.
Why Tasmania
The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania's public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients, and embracing a lifestyle with extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.
Appointment Details
Fixed term full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until the 31 August ****. This position is a statewide position, with applications accepted from South, North & Northwest.
Salary
$149,660 to $151,608 per annum. Employer 12% superannuation contribution on top of this amount. Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement.
Salary Packaging
You'll have access to salary package benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year plus other benefits if eligible.
Benefits
Professional development and accelerated pathways.
A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
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Eligibility
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
Bachelor of Prosthetics and Orthotics or an equivalent tertiary Prosthetic and Orthotic qualification.
Desirable:
Eligibility for membership of the Australian Orthotic Prosthetic Association.
Current Driver's Licence.
Post-graduate qualifications relevant to the role.
Application Guide
Statement of Duties: State Clinical Manager - OPS HP5-2 (word).
Application Guide: Department of Health - Applicant Guide (word).
How to Apply
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure important questions about you are answered. You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
Contact
Contact Person: Clare Ramsden, Executive Director Allied Health. Phone:. Email:
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