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Lymphoedema Practitioner – Grade 2 or 3 Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist

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Melbourne - Australia

Yearly Salary drjobs

$ 90235 - 103724

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1 Vacancy

Job Description

Job Description:

  • Part Time 1 Day per week Tuesday/Wednesday Fixed Term until Nov 2025

  • Fitzroy Location

  • Pro-active & supportive leadership

St Vincents Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is seeking a motivated and experienced clinician to join our team in the outpatient Lymphoedema Service. This role provides an exceptional opportunity to deliver high-quality person-centered care with great opportunities to engage in continuous improvement in a dynamic values-led health service.

About the Role

As a Lymphoedema Practitioner you will:

Deliver excellence in clinical care

Support innovation and service development ensuring equitable access responsiveness to complexity and alignment with best practice models of care.

Promote a culture of learning and research embedding reflective practice and innovation.

Classifications for this position will range from classification ranges dependent on position below:

Grade 2 Physiotherapist: VB1 VB4 ($90235.60 - $103724.30 per annum pro rata)

Grade 3 Physiotherapist: VB7 VC1 ($104135.30 - $118981.20 per annum pro rata)

Occupational Therapist: VG3 -VG6 ($104135.20 - $118981.20 per annum pro rata)

About You

You are a dynamic and values-driven Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist who is passionate about client centered care.

Key Requirements:

  • AHPRA registered Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist ALA Accredited

  • Grade 2 OT/PT needs to have completed Lymphoedema Practitioner Training

  • Grade 3 OT/PT should have Advanced Lymphoedema Practitioner Training (be working towards this) or significant experience in Lymphoedema Management.

Why Join St Vincents

SVHM is a leading tertiary teaching hospital and part of St Vincents Health Australia driven by values of Compassion Justice Integrity and Excellence.

  • We offer:

  • A strong leadership and learning culture

  • Access to wellbeing initiatives employee assistance and flexible work options.

  • Salary packaging and discounts through our Foundation.

  • Access to Fitness Passport discounted access to gyms and pools.

  • The chance to make a meaningful difference in a mission-driven organisation.

To apply please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role.

For a copy of the Position Description or a confidential discussion please contact:

Join us and be part of delivering exceptional compassionate care every patient every time.


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).


Respectfully no agencies please.

Grade 2

LOCAL WORK ENVIRONMENT
St Vincents Lymphoedema Service is based at the Fitzroy campus. The clinic sits within Specialist Clinics
and is managed by the SVHM Rehabilitation Service and relevant discipline manager.


4. POSITION PURPOSE
St Vincents Lymphoedema Service provides assessment and treatment for patients with Gr 2 Lymphoedema Practitioner holds specialist clinical knowledge in the field of lymphoedema therapyand is responsible for assessing complex patients with lymphoedema. The role is accountable to the Gr 4Lymphoedema Practitioner (Clinic Lead) (operational) and relevant professional chief (professional) andworks in conjunction with the Gr 4 Lymphoedema Practitioner (Clinic Lead) to establish a seamlessintegrated service.

POSITION DUTIES
The Gr 2 Lymphoedema Practitioner role is a core part of the multidisciplinary team and will contribute to:
Providing a high standard of client assessment treatment and coordination of services to patients
in order to facilitate safe effective and person-centred care in an outpatient setting
Planning and developing evidence-based lymphoedema treatment pathways in line with SVHM
protocols in order to improve clinical outcomes
Liaising with community-based services relevant to the patient population
Participating in the development of a collaborative inter-professional team approach to achieve
optimal patient care and outcomes
Clinical decision-making and referral triaging where required


6. INCUMBENT OBLIGATIONS
General
Perform duties of the position to best of their ability and to a standard acceptable to SVHM
Comply with all SVHM policies procedures by laws and directions
Treat others with respect and always behave professionally and in accordance with the SVHM
Code of Conduct
Only access confidential information held by SVHM when this is necessary for business purposes
maintaining the confidentiality of that information once accessed
Participate in the annual SVHM performance review process
Display adaptability and flexibility to meet the changing operational needs of the business
Comply with applicable Enterprise Bargaining Agreement provisions
Display a willingness to develop self and seek to improve performance
Clinical Quality and Safety
Attend clinical orientation upon commencement
Maintain clinical registration and any required indemnity cover
Always work within approved scope of practice under supervision by more senior clinical staff as
appropriate.
Take personal responsibility for the quality and safety of work undertaken
Take all necessary care and precautions when undertaking clinical procedures
Complete annual clinical competencies
Maintain skills and knowledge necessary to safely and skilfully undertake clinical work
Consult with peers and other experts and refer to other healthcare workers when appropriate
and in a timely manner
Collaborate and clearly communicate with patients/clients and the healthcare team
Participate in clinical risk management and continuous quality improvement activities as part of
day-to-day work
Person Centred Care
Ensure consumers receive information in an appropriate and accessible format
Actively support consumers to make informed decisions about their treatment and ongoing care
Ensure consumers are aware of their rights responsibilities and how to provide feedback
Health and Safety
Protect the health and safety of self and others complying with all health and safety related
policies procedures and directions
Complete required Fire and Emergency Training annually
Complete required Workplace Culture and Equity Training annually
Attend general hospital orientation within 3 months of commencement


7. INCUMBENT CAPABILIITY REQUIREMENTS (Level 2)
The incumbent of this position will be expected to possess the following core capabilities:
Capability Demonstrated behaviour
Personal Personal effectiveness Takes responsibility for accurate timely work
results
Learning Agility Identifies personal development needs and seeks
information from a range of sources
Outcomes Patient/Resident/client centred Strives to meet and exceed expectations
demonstrating sound judgement
Innovation and Improvement Contributes to improvement by reviewing
strengths and weaknesses of current processes
Strategy Driving Results Manages own work load to deliver results
Organisational Acumen Understands the interdependencies between
units/departments
People Working with and Managing others Takes responsibility for ensuring productive
efficient teamwork
Collaboration Works collaboratively within and outside the
team


8. SELECTION CRITERIA
8.1 ESSENTIAL REGISTRATION LICENSE OR QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
AHPRA registration qualified physiotherapist / occupational therapist
ALA accredited lymphoedema practitioner & completed (or in process of completing) level 1
and/or level 2 lymphoedema courses
Working with Children Check
National Police records check
SWEP provider registration


8.2 OTHER ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Demonstrated knowledge/skills and significant experience in the provision of Lymphoedema
Therapy including assessment intervention case management and discharge planning in the
hospital/community setting.
Experience and skills in acute and/or community services
Demonstrated experience in the design implementation evaluation of quality improvement
activities in line with evidence based practice
Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience with supervision of staff and students
Demonstrated commitment to professional development
Competent computer skills


8.3 OTHER NON ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Computer skills working knowledge of Windows environment including word processing
spreadsheet and database.
Evidence of previous involvement in research and conference presentations.

Grade 3

LOCAL WORK ENVIRONMENT
St Vincents Lymphoedema Service is based at the Fitzroy campus. The clinic sits within Specialist Clinicsand is managed by the SVHM Rehabilitation Service and relevant discipline manager.


4. POSITION PURPOSE
St Vincents Lymphoedema Service provides assessment and treatment for patients with Gr 3 Lymphoedema Practitioner holds specialist clinical knowledge in the field of lymphoedema therapyand is responsible for assessing complex patients with lymphoedema. The role is accountable to the Gr 4Lymphoedema Practitioner (Clinic Lead) (operational) and relevant professiol chief (professional) and works in conjunction with the Gr 4 Lymphoedema Practitioner (Clinic Lead) to establish a seamless integratedservice.

POSITION DUTIES
The Gr 3 Lymphoedema Practitioner role is a core part of the multidisciplinary team and will contribute to:
Providing a high standard of client assessment treatment and coordination of services to patients
in order to facilitate safe effective and person-centred care in an outpatient setting
Planning and developing evidence-based lymphoedema treatment pathways in line with SVHM
protocols in order to improve clinical outcomes
Liaising with community-based services relevant to the patient population
Participating in the development of a collaborative inter-professional team approach to achieve
optimal patient care and outcomes
Clinical decision-making and referral triaging where required


6. INCUMBENT OBLIGATIONS
General
Perform duties of the position to best of their ability and to a standard acceptable to SVHM
Comply with all SVHM policies procedures by laws and directions
Treat others with respect and always behave professionally and in accordance with the SVHM
Code of Conduct
Only access confidential information held by SVHM when this is necessary for business purposes
maintaining the confidentiality of that information once accessed
Participate in the annual SVHM performance review process
Display adaptability and flexibility to meet the changing operational needs of the business
Comply with applicable Enterprise Bargaining Agreement provisions
Display a willingness to develop self and seek to improve performance
Clinical Quality and Safety
Attend clinical orientation upon commencement
Maintain clinical registration and any required indemnity cover
Always work within approved scope of practice under supervision by more senior clinical staff as
appropriate.
Take personal responsibility for the quality and safety of work undertaken
Take all necessary care and precautions when undertaking clinical procedures
Complete annual clinical competencies
Maintain skills and knowledge necessary to safely and skilfully undertake clinical work
Consult with peers and other experts and refer to other healthcare workers when appropriate
and in a timely manner
Collaborate and clearly communicate with patients/clients and the healthcare team
Participate in clinical risk management and continuous quality improvement activities as part of
day-to-day work
Person Centred Care
Ensure consumers receive information in an appropriate and accessible format
Actively support consumers to make informed decisions about their treatment and ongoing care
Ensure consumers are aware of their rights responsibilities and how to provide feedback
Health and Safety
Protect the health and safety of self and others complying with all health and safety related
policies procedures and directions
Complete required Fire and Emergency Training annually
Complete required Workplace Culture and Equity Training annually
Attend general hospital orientation within 3 months of commencement
INCUMBENT CAPABILIITY REQUIREMENTS (Level 3)
The incumbent of this position will be expected to possess the following core capabilities:
Capability Demonstrated behaviour
Personal Personal effectiveness Sets and measures team goals driving pursuit of
higher standards of practice
Learning Agility Responds to new and complex situations by adjusting
behaviour appropriately
Outcomes Patient/Resident centred Monitors satisfaction levels and proactively addresses
issues
Innovation and Improvement Anticipates problems and continuously improves
systems and processes
Strategy Driving Results Takes ownership for performance of team results
Organisational Acumen Uses information and organisational knowledge to
make decisions and achieve results
People Working with and Managing
others
Leads others and shares responsibilities providing
support and effective communication
Collaboration Operates Cross functionally and develops
constructive relationships across the organisation


8. SELECTION CRITERIA
8.1 ESSENTIAL REGISTRATION LICENSE OR QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
AHPRA registration qualified physiotherapist / occupational therapist
ALA accredited lymphoedema practitioner & completed level 1 and level 2 (or in process of
completing) lymphoedema courses
Working with Children Check
National Police records check
SWEP provider registration


8.2 OTHER ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Demonstrated advanced knowledge/skills and significant experience (at least 7 years) in the
provision of Lymphoedema Therapy including assessment intervention case management and
discharge planning in the hospital/community setting (clinical and educational)
Excellent assessment and treatment skills.
Experience and skills in acute and/or community services
Demonstrated experience in the design of innovative services implementation evaluation and
quality improvement activities in line with evidence based practice
Experience in the supervision and professional development of physiotherapists/occupational
therapists students and support staff.
Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge and commitment to continuous quality improvement
Competent computer skill

Closing Date:

8 August 2025 11:59pm

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincents we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming safe equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

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View Reconciliation Action Plan

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