Injury Prevention Specialist Exercise Physiologist/Physiotherapist - [Archived Advertisement]

ABOUT US

NSW Ambulance is an integral part of the NSW Health system that must work together seamlessly to deliver services to the community of NSW. We take a values-based leadership approach putting our people at the centre of everything we do, striving to deliver our mission of Excellence in Care through our CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

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ABOUT THE ROLE

The primary purpose of this role is to provide NSW Ambulance staff with support to reduce the risk and occurrence of physical injuries across the organisation.

The position is responsible for the development and implementation of injury prevention programs, workshops, educational resources and expert advice for NSW Ambulance staff at all levels and locations. Please refer to the Role Description and Position Conditions and General Info for further information.

The position is located at NSW Ambulance Zone Office in Wollongong. Some travel to NSW Ambulance state headquarters in Sydney Olympic Park is required. 

Please note: This is a temporary full-time position for a period of twelve (12) months with possible extension.

OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE (for eligible employees)

Besides your salary, you’ll also have access to:

• A range of leave to support you with your needs out of work including generous paid parental leave, carers leave and more
• Allocated Days Off (ADO) once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees
• Additional Public Holiday
• Opportunities for extra tax savings through salary packaging
• Novated leasing, lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible fulltime employees)
• Extensive staff support programs available to all staff and families – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
• Fitness passport, and medic-fit gyms at most locations – discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees) Health coaching service available to all staff providing individualised support
• Discounted private health insurance
• Career development and growth opportunities

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role, you will require the following experience and attributes:

• The position holder is required to have an understanding of the challenges and risks faced by paramedics working in the emergency service environment. You must have highly developed interpersonal skills to be able to coach and communicate effectively with staff empowering them to take improve their own health and wellbeing. You will be required to liaise with key stakeholders on all aspects of health and safety including making recommendations in relation to training needs and operational practices.
• You will have a broad knowledge and understanding of best practice support for shift workers including sleep, exercise, nutrition, chronic pain and mental health. 
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in health e.g. physiotherapy, exercise physiology. Eligible for accreditation with relevant health field.
• Experience in delivering educational sessions in relation to health and fitness for different size groups and knowledge base.
• Demonstrated ability to provide sound advice with regard to correct manual handling techniques, exercise techniques and ergonomic assessments.
• Knowledge of early intervention injury management principles.
• Experience in undertaking research when required to evaluate effectiveness of injury prevention interventions.
• High level computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft applications and internet.
• High level of written and verbal communication and negotiation skills, including the ability to liaise, coach and counsel with a diverse range of people.

HOW TO APPLY

Please respond to the below two targeted questions (max 4000 characters including spaces) and submit this with your CV and other required information.

Question 1: Describe a time where you worked with an employee or client to reduce their risk of manual handling injuries. What did you do to motivate the individual to adhere with your exercise recommendations?

Question 2­: Provide an example of a time where you had to present on a health topic to an audience with varying knowledge. What strategies did you use to ensure the learning objectives were achieved?

If you’d like to discuss the position and role description more before you formally apply, confidential enquiries can be made to Emma Ugarte:

E: Emma.Ugarte@health.nsw.gov.au

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

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