Prosthetic/Orthotic Technical Officer

• Permanent / Full Time position (38 hours per week including ADOs)
• Fitzroy Location
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

About the Role

This role offers a unique opportunity to combine creativity and hands-on technical skills with direct patient care. The position encompasses the full scope of technical prosthetic and orthotic work, ranging from basic repairs and adjustments through to the fabrication of complex prosthetic and orthotic devices.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble and repair prosthetic and orthotic devices, and undertake associated technical tasks, in collaboration with Prosthetists/Orthotists and the technical team
• Assist in the day-to-day management of the Prosthetic and Orthotic workshop to ensure a safe, effective and well-organised working environment
• Manage relationships with external suppliers, including monitoring pricing changes and emerging technologies
• Communicate directly with patients to support fabrication planning and to confirm satisfaction with completed devices

On-the-job training will be provided. Industry-specific experience is not required; however, demonstrated experience using tools and working with hands-on fabrication will be highly regarded.

Classification and Remuneration

This position is classified within range T021 – ON37 ($69,841.20 - $81,572.40) per annum.

Your Contribution

• Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or equivalent
• Current National Criminal History Check, or willingness to obtain
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness to obtain
• Strong ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes
• High attention to detail and a commitment to producing quality work within agreed timeframes

What we Offer

• A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
• Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
• A healthy work/life balance encouraged. Full time employment comes with a monthly Accrued Day Off (additional day off per month!)
• 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
• Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
• Culture of continuous improvement
• Flexible working arrangements

About the Prosthetics and Orthotics Department

The Prosthetic and Orthotic Department at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is primarily based at the Fitzroy campus and also delivers outpatient services at St George’s Health Service (SGHS) in Kew. The department provides a comprehensive range of prosthetic and orthotic services across acute, subacute, outpatient and community settings.

Working at St Vincent’s

St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service, providing a broad range of adult clinical services. Our work is guided by the values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence, which underpin our commitment to high-quality patient care, education and research.

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).

Key Contact: Tim Muling

Timothy.muling@svha.org.au

Phone: 03 9231 2138