Grade 4 Physiotherapist - Clinical Educator Mental Health

• Permanent / Part time (7.6 hours per week)
• Senior leadership opportunity
• Friendly and dynamic team

About the Role

A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, dynamic Grade 4 Physiotherapist to lead and innovate our Mental Health Physiotherapy services at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne.

Reporting to the Physiotherapy Manager this position will drive the provision of high quality Physiotherapy services to SVHM Mental Health patients through direct supervision and education of junior staff members. The successful candidate will possess expert clinical knowledge and robust peer networks, as well as strong stakeholder engagement capabilities, sound communication skills and a passionate commitment to the development of self and others.

The Grade 4 physiotherapist will be responsible for leading, coordinating and promoting the provision of clinical education to support the needs of Physiotherapy Department staff, in providing service to the SVHM Mental Health services. As well as working collaboratively with Allied Health and Mental Health educators to implement a coordinated and cohesive clinical education strategy across SVHM.

The successful candidate will have a strong clinical background, knowledge of Mental Health services, and experience and passion for education and staff development. Proven leadership, excellent communication skills and fostering of relationships with the multidisciplinary team are essential. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive physiotherapy team that is committed to excellence in clinical practice, education and research.

Classifications for this position will range from Physiotherapist Grade 4 VB24 - VB27 ($126,079.20 - $138,928.40 per annum, pro rata for part time).

Duties include

• Develop and implement SVHM Physiotherapy and Allied Health education and research strategies and support junior staff related to mental health, to ensure a focus on educational research and evidence-based practice.
• Demonstrate strategies and support junior staff in the management of the most prevalent physical health comorbidities including back pain, arthritis, and cardiovascular conditions.
• Provide direct clinical supervision to Physiotherapy staff working within St Vincent’s mental health services and foster growth, knowledge, expertise and interest in mental health work.
• Increase understanding and commitment to the Equally Well consensus statement and Equally Well in Victoria
• To embed trauma-informed principles in physiotherapy in mental health settings
• To embed integrated physical and mental health care in specialist mental health services with a particular focus on community settings
• Undertake problem solving to identify specific needs in staff and student clinical education, and develop short term and long-term strategies.
• Promote and maintain the values and principles that underpin best practice in relation to clinical education.
• Develop and sustain opportunities for interdisciplinary learning across SVHM
• Actively promote a culture of research and innovation in mental and physical health
• Establish systems for monitoring the educational needs of individuals and staff groups. Monitor these data systems.

Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 10 years clinical experience
• Completion of relevant Post Graduate qualification (or PhD candidates nearing completion)
• Knowledge of Physiotherapy management and clinical service provision in an acute health care setting
• Acknowledged by their professional peers as a clinical expert and has broad and relevant clinical experience in their area of expertise
• Demonstrated effective leadership, management and networking skills
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate across teams and the wider organisation
• Extensive experience in the supervision and professional development of physiotherapists, students and support staff.

What we offer

• A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
• Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
• A healthy work/life balance encouraged.
• Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
• Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
• In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks
• Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
• Culture of continuous improvement

Physiotherapy Department

The Physiotherapy Department provides high quality clinical services across a spectrum of acute, sub-acute and outpatient services. The Department works as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide assessment, treatment and a range of therapeutic services to optimise patient care and maximise function. The Department is committed to fostering excellence in evidence based clinical care, research and education.​

Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.

Application

Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve. Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.

SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).

Contact:

Grant Scroggie - Physiotherapy Manager

grant.scroggie@svha.org.au