Overview
Murrumbidgee Local Health District
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 12 month contract – with the potential to be ongoing
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1
Remuneration: $74,629.22 – $100,390.27 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ213359
Applications Close: 28 February 2021
Are you looking for the next step up in your career in occupational rehabilitation?
About MLHD
Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) spans 125,243 square kilometres across southern New South Wales, stretching from the Snowy Mountains in the east to the plains of Hillston in the northwest and all the way along the Victorian border.
As the largest employer in the region, with over 5,000 healthcare staff working across 33 hospitals and 12 primary health care centres, we are supported by hundreds of volunteers who make an invaluable contribution to enriching the lives of people in our care.
To learn more about MLHD visit us here.
What can MLHD offer you?
In working for Murrumbidgee Local Health District you will enjoy:
- working within a culture that promotes a healthy work life balance with 9 day fortnights and flexible working arrangements;
- a friendly and supportive team where you will be recognised and rewarded;
- our corporate health and fitness program – Fitness Passport;
- opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to enhance your career progression;
- a competitive remuneration plus employer superannuation contribution and access to salary packaging benefits and options to salary sacrifice;
- affordable housing with remarkable commute times to our picturesque regional towns;
genuine welcoming and supportive communities with a lifestyle second to none.
About the Role
This is an ideal opportunity for you to expand your skills within a dynamic environment where you will be supported and mentored throughout. A 12 month contracted position with opportunity to move into a permanent role.
As a Workplace Rehabilitation Specialist you will work within a multidisciplinary team and be responsible for the provision of occupational rehabilitation services to MLHD staff. The position is responsible for ensuring effective preventative, early intervention and rehabilitation processes and strategy on all health, injury and workers compensation claims matters across the local health district.
To review the role responsibilities and selection criteria, please refer to the Position Description.
About You
To be considered for this opportunity you will be a pragmatic and proactive individual that:
- holds an Allied Health Qualification and associated registration (preferable OT, Physio or RC), or relevant occupational rehabilitation experience
- has sound knowledge of workplace injury prevention and rehabilitation
- has a passion for working with people and supporting their recovery from injury or illness
- has a demonstrated experience and knowledge of NSW Workers Compensation Scheme
- is prepared to drive improvements across the LHD in a manner that is innovative, pre-emptive and energetic
How to apply
To find out more about applying for this exciting opportunity contact Jamie Brown, Workplace Rehabilitation Manager on 0436 811 687.
Additional Information
You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia, or be able to independently and legally live and work in Australia by way of your own Temporary Visa
MLHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including Aboriginal People and people from racial, ethnic or ethno-religious minority groups and people with disability.
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