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Join to apply for the Physiotherapist - Pain Management role at St Vincent''s Health Australia3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Physiotherapist - Pain Management role at St Vincent''s Health AustraliaGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Challenging and rewarding work environmentFriendly and supportive team environmentInterdisciplinary teamwork in pain managementPart Time, Fixed Term from 30 June 2025 - 22 August 2025 (long service leave backfill) maximum of 28 hours per week.Grade 3 or Grade 2 depending on experienceJob Description:Challenging and rewarding work environmentFriendly and supportive team environmentInterdisciplinary teamwork in pain managementPart Time, Fixed Term from 30 June 2025 - 22 August 2025 (long service leave backfill) maximum of 28 hours per week.Grade 3 or Grade 2 depending on experienceAbout The RoleYou will be involved in assessment and treatment of people with chronic pain. Treatments consist of individual and group programs with a focus on pain education, functional restoration and self-management approaches. You will be working closely with other disciplines including medical and psychology.Classifications for this position will range fromGr 3 VB7 to VC1 (pro-rata of $104,135 to $118,981 per annum) orGr 2 VB1 to VB4 (pro-rata of $90,235 to $103,724 per annum)Your ContributionPhysiotherapy Degree as approved by AHPRACurrent Physiotherapy registration with AHPRAExperience and interest in pain management / musculoskeletal physiotherapyAt least 7 years experience (for gr 3) or at least 3 years experience (for grade 2)Post-graduate qualifications in an area of physiotherapy or pain highly desiredCurrent national criminal history check or willing to obtainWhat We OfferA focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programsConfidential, solutions-focused employee counsellingSalary Packaging Increase your take home pay!In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbournes best cafes, public transport and lots of carparksDiscounts and Promotions always available through our FoundationRegular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goalsCulture of continuous improvementAbout Barbara Walker Centre For Pain ManagementWe are a non-admitted (outpatient) service based at St Vincent''s Hospital Melbourne. We receive referrals from a wide range of GPs and specialists for people with chronic pain. We run a range of pain management programs including individual appointments and in groups.Working at St VincentsSt Vincents 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.ApplicationPlease attach your resume and cover letter to your application.For any queries regarding this position, please contact BWCPM Manager, Sam Corrie on 0478 970 175.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.LOCAL WORK ENVIRONMENTLocated at the Fitzroy Campus of St Vincents Hospital Melbourne, the Barbara Walker Centre for Pain Management (BWCPM) is predominately an outpatient multidisciplinary service that provides assessment, treatment and consultation for patients with persistent pain. The service comprises specialist pain clinicians working as an integrated team to address the medical, physical and psychosocial factors contributing to the persistence of pain and its consequent disability. The clinic services a diverse group of clients from around Victoria, many with complex needs, offering treatment both individually and in groups. The centre aims to assist patients to reduce the impact of persistent pain by optimising pain treatments, improving function and promoting self-management.The Barbara Walker Centre for Pain Management is one of the Health Independence Program (HIP) Services and sits within the Disability, Pain and HIP Service Development stream of HIP. Other HIP streams include rehabilitation clinics, access and chronic disease, complex care and HIP psychological services.The intent of HIP is to deliver improved outcomes for clients and to support hospital demand management and flow, through delivering integrated and coordinated care to clients across the hospital and community interface, reducing duplication and fragmentation of services and ensuring client centred care planning. This position may be required to work within any of the HIP teams based at Kew, North Richmond or Northcote. This will be at the discretion of the HIP Stream Manager (Disability & Pain) and will take into consideration appropriate skills and training.POSITION PURPOSEThe BWCPM Grade 2 Physiotherapist provides evidence-based practice within the clinic and conducts comprehensive assessment, treatment and education of clients with complex and chronic pain conditions in both individual and group settings. The position involves working within a multidisciplinary team and sharing a comprehensive knowledge of physiotherapy and pain management principles to delivering patient care, using the bio-pyscho-social model of pain management. The position includes responsibilities in quality and service improvement and balancing time managing a clinical caseload, taking a role in education, research and quality improvement.POSITION DUTIESProvide appropriate, timely, effective clinical physiotherapy assessment and management to BWCPM clientsAs part of the physiotherapy team, deliver education and physiotherapy content to BWCPM Group Programs for pain management as appropriate including MAPP, PEP, PACT, START as requiredAs part of the physiotherapy team, deliver group based physiotherapy programs including Reactivate and Hydrotherapy as requiredParticipate in Gateway triage clinicConsult with pain specialist clinicians where necessary, to formulate and carry out individual or group treatment regimensParticipate in consultant-led case reviewParticipate and contribute to multidisciplinary goal setting, care planning and discharge planning as appropriateReinforce the principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and pain management in planning/application to graded functional restorationMaintain current knowledge and skills in clinical best practice in pain managementActively participate in/ contribute to/develop relevant BWCPM clinical research projectsProvide instruction and teaching of other health professionals and physiotherapy students as to best practice methods in physiotherapy for chronic pain managementMaintain activity and patient dataINCUMBENT OBLIGATIONSGeneralPerform duties of the position to best of their ability and to a standard acceptable to SVHMComply with all SVHM policies, procedures, by laws and directionsTreat others with respect and always behave professionally and in accordance with the SVHM Code of ConductOnly access confidential information held by SVHM when this is necessary for business purposes, maintaining the confidentiality of that information once accessedParticipate in the annual SVHM performance review processDisplay adaptability and flexibility to meet the changing operational needs of the businessComply with applicable Enterprise Bargaining Agreement provisionsDisplay a willingness to develop self and seek to improve performanceClinical Quality and SafetyAttend clinical orientation upon commencementMaintain clinical registration and any required indemnity coverAlways 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 undertakenTake all necessary care and precautions when undertaking clinical proceduresComplete annual clinical competenciesMaintain skills and knowledge necessary to safely and skilfully undertake clinical workConsult with peers and other experts and refer to other healthcare workers when appropriate and in a timely mannerCollaborate and clearly communicate with patients/clients and the healthcare teamParticipate in clinical risk management and continuous quality improvement activities as part of day-to-day workPerson Centred CareEnsure consumers receive information in an appropriate and accessible formatActively support consumers to make informed decisions about their treatment and ongoing careEnsure consumers are aware of their rights responsibilities and how to provide feedbackHealth and SafetyProtect the health and safety of self and others, complying with all health and safety related policies, procedures and directionsComplete required Fire and Emergency Training annuallyComplete required Workplace Culture and Equity Training annuallyAttend general hospital orientation within 3 months of commencementAs required, comply with fit-testing and PPE requirementsParticipate in reporting and analysis of safety and quality data including risks or hazards,Report any hazards, near misses and incidents (regardless of whether an injury occurred or not) into RiskmanIdentify and report any variance to expected standard and minimising the risk of adverse outcomesINCUMBENT CAPABILIITY REQUIREMENTS (Level 2)The incumbent of this position will be expected to possess the following core capabilities:CapabilityDemonstrated behaviourPersonalPersonal effectivenessTakes responsibility for accurate, timely work resultsLearning AgilityIdentifies personal development needs and seeks information from a range of sourcesOutcomesPatient/Resident/client centredStrives to meet and exceed expectations, demonstrating sound judgementInnovation and ImprovementContributes to improvement by reviewing strengths and weaknesses of current processesStrategyDriving ResultsManages own work load to deliver resultsOrganisational AcumenUnderstands the interdependencies between units/departmentsPeopleWorking with and Managing othersTakes responsibility for ensuring productive, efficient teamworkCollaborationWorks collaboratively within and outside the teamSELECTION CRITERIA8.1 Essential Registration, License Or Qualification RequirementsPhysiotherapy Degree as approved by AHPRACurrent Physiotherapy registration with AHPRA8.2 Other Essential RequirementsAt least 3 years experience working as a PhysiotherapistKnowledge and experience in the field of pain managementKnowledge And Experience In Musculoskeletal PhysiotherapyExperience working with complex and chronic health conditions, including chronic painDemonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively in a multidisciplinary environmentExcellent skills in organisation, planning and problem solvingProficient computer skillsGrade 3LOCAL WORK ENVIRONMENTLocated at the Fitzroy Campus of St Vincents Hospital Melbourne, the Barbara Walker Centre for Pain Management (BWCPM) is predominately an outpatient multidisciplinary service that provides assessment, treatment and consultation for patients with persistent pain. The service comprises specialist pain clinicians working as an integrated team to address the medical, physical and psychosocial factors contributing to the persistence of pain and its consequent disability. The clinic services a diverse group of clients from around Victoria, many with complex needs, offering treatment both individually and in groups. The centre aims to assist patients to reduce the impact of persistent pain by optimising pain treatments, improving function and promoting self-management.The Barbara Walker Centre for Pain Management is one of the Health Independence Program (HIP) Services and sits within the Disability, Pain and HIP Service Development stream of HIP. Other HIP streams include rehabilitation clinics, access and chronic disease, complex care and HIP psychological services.The intent of HIP is to deliver improved outcomes for clients and to support hospital demand management and flow, through delivering integrated and coordinated care to clients across the hospital and community interface, reducing duplication and fragmentation of services and ensuring client centred care planning. This position may be required to work within any of the HIP teams based at Kew, North Richmond or Northcote. This will be at the discretion of the HIP Stream Manager (Disability & Pain) and will take into consideration appropriate skills and training.POSITION PURPOSEThe BWCPM Senior Clinician Physiotherapist provides evidence-based practice within the clinic and contributes a comprehensive knowledge of physiotherapy and pain management principles. The role involves being part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering patient care within a bio-psycho-social model including comprehensive assessment, care planning, treatment and discharge planning. The Senior Clinician Physiotherapist contributes to the development, delivery and evaluation of individual and group pain management programs at BWCPM. An excellent understanding of the principles of the START pain management program, Pain Education Program, and a working knowledge of the use of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in pain management is expected. The Senior Clinician Physiotherapist leads the Physiotherapy clinicians within BWCPM and utilises a continuous improvement approach to ensure sustainable, high quality programs. The role includes direct supervision and mentoring of Grade 2 physiotherapy staff and students undertaking clinical placements, and supporting Grade 2 physiotherapist in supervision of allied health assistant.POSITION DUTIESProvide appropriate, timely and effective clinical management to all patients through high quality assessment, management, education, evaluation, documentation and multi-disciplinary team liaisonParticipate and contribute to multidisciplinary goal setting, case conference, care planning and discharge planningContribute to the development, delivery and evaluation of BWCPM individual and group pain management programs including START, Pain Education Program (PEP) and other programs as requiredUtilise evidence-based pain physiotherapy approaches including active listening, pain education, pacing, graded exposure, cognitive functional therapy, CBT approaches, exercise prescription, activity engagement, goal setting and adoption of active self-management strategiesWork alongside other disciplines including, but not limited to, pain medicine physicians, psychologists, nurses and collaborate to ensure coordinated multi-disciplinary careProvide clinical expertise in the triage of referrals and Gateway initial needs assessment interviews as requiredChampion the use of ePPOC for clinical outcomes and researchSupervise and mentor grade 2 physiotherapists at BWCPM individual and group supervision and annual performance reviewActively participate in relevant BWCPM clinical research projects, program development, professional development, strategic planning and departmental meetingsRepresent Physiotherapy in BWCPM senior staff meetingsRepresent BWCPM in providing instruction and teaching of other health professionals, physiotherapists and physiotherapy students as to best practice methods in physiotherapy for pain management both within and outside of the organization as requiredAct as a role model to junior staff and physiotherapy students (reflecting professional and organisational values)Ensure physiotherapy equipment is maintained and that appropriate levels of physiotherapy supplies are maintainedLiaise with physiotherapy team to ensure and allocate appropriate physiotherapy staff resourcing for delivery of group programs as per the Group Education Year planner and program timetablesEnsure optimum availability of appointments and liaise with admin regarding efficient appointment booking systemsEstablish and maintain effective partnerships with key stakeholders including HIP, SVHM specialist clinics, SVHM physiotherapy department, WorkSafe Authority and Transport Accident Commission and inpatient teams as requiredINCUMBENT OBLIGATIONSGeneralPerform the duties of the position to the best of their ability and to a standard acceptable to SVHMEnsure all those in the area they manage, comply with all SVHM policies, procedures, by laws and directionsEnsure all those in the area they manage, only access confidential information held by SVHM when this is necessary for business purposes, maintaining the confidentiality of that information once accessedDisplay adaptability and flexibility to meet the changing operational needs of the businessClinical Quality and SafetyEnsure clinical care is undertaken within established procedures in order to provide safe clinical care for patients/residents, ensuring clinical risk is minimisedEnsure clinical staff work within their approved scope of practice and at all times with appropriate supervision. .Ensure all clinical staff maintain their clinical registration and any required indemnity coverEnsure all junior clinical staff are appropriately supervised by senior clinical staff and trained to provide safe clinical careEnsure all staff attend necessary training that enhances safety and quality of clinical carePromote a culture that supports learning and encourages reporting of errorsImplement systems to identify and manage risks and to deal with and learn from incidents and complaintsImplement all facets of the SVHM safety and clinical quality programme within clinical area managedCollaborate with more senior levels of management to implement the SVHM safety and quality agendaProvide feedback to more senior management in relation to problems or issues that impact on safety and clinical quality.Person Centred CareEnsure that consumers receive information in an appropriate and accessible formatActively support consumers to make informed decisions about their treatment and ongoing careEnsure consumers are aware of their rights responsibilities and how to provide feedbackHealth and SafetyEnsure all health and safety related policies, procedures and directions are complied with in the area they manageEnsure all in the area they manage undertake annual Fire and Emergency Training and comply with fire and emergency proceduresEnsure all those in the area they manage, treat others with respect, behaving professionally and in accordance with the SVHM Code of Conduct and undertaking annual Workplace Culture and Equity TrainingConduct regular safety audits with Health and Safety Representatives and implement required improvementsMinimise WorkCover costs by actively assisting the return to work of any employee injured in the area they manage.As required, comply with fit-testing and PPE requirementsParticipate in reporting and analysis of safety and quality data including risks or hazards,Report any hazards, near misses and incidents (regardless of whether an injury occurred or not) into RiskmanIdentify and report any variance to expected standard and minimising the risk of adverse outcomesHuman Resource ManagementEnsure that workforce planning is regularly undertaken and implemented to provide for the ongoing resource needs of the area they manageEnsure recruitment and rostering practices comply with applicable Enterprise Bargaining Agreement and cost effectively support delivery of quality serviceEnsure new employees are properly inducted to their local work environment and attend the General Hospital Orientation programEnsure all those who work in the area managed, undertake an annual performance review and are continually developed to reach their full potentialEnsure leave is rostered fairly and that employees in the area managed, regularly take leave and do not accumulate excessive leave except where a plan is in place as to when that leave will be taken.Actively manage individual and team performance to maximise performance and minimise workplace problems and conflict.Continuously seek individual and team improvement and take responsibility for the introduction of any changes required to bring about such improvements.Continuously seek individual and team improvement and take responsibility for the introduction of any changes required to bring about such improvements.INCUMBENT CAPABILIITY REQUIREMENTS (Level 3)The incumbent of this position will be expected to possess the following core capabilities:CapabilityDemonstrated behaviourPersonalPersonal effectivenessSets and measures team goals, driving pursuit of higher standards of practiceLearning AgilityResponds to new and complex situations by adjusting behaviour appropriatelyOutcomesPatient/Resident centredMonitors satisfaction levels and proactively addresses issuesInnovation and ImprovementAnticipates problems and continuously improves systems and processesStrategyDriving ResultsTakes ownership for performance of team resultsOrganisational AcumenUses information and organisational knowledge to make decisions and achieve resultsPeopleWorking with and Managing othersLeads others and shares responsibilities, providing support and effective communicationCollaborationOperates Cross functionally and develops constructive relationships across the organisationSELECTION CRITERIA6.1essential Registration, License Or Qualification RequirementsFormal Education:Degree in PhysiotherapyCurrent AHPRA RegistrationPost graduate qualifications in Pain Science or Pain Management or Musculoskeletal orAdvanced / Extended Scope Physiotherapy (completed or working towards completion)6.2other Essential RequirementsMinimum of seven (7) years post-graduate experienceMinimum three (3) years experience in pain management settingExtensive experience in managing a wide range of physiotherapy conditions, in particular those relevant to Pain ManagementSpecialised knowledge and depth of experience in Pain Management PhysiotherapyExperience supervising or mentoring Physiotherapy staff and studentsAbility to work effectively in a multidisciplinary teamSkills and competencies which the incumbent must possess:Commitment to the values and health care philosophy of the Sisters of CharityCommitment to the Code of ConductSuperior written and verbal communication skillsCommitment to staff development and continuing educationKnowledge of, and commitment to, continuous quality improvementDemonstrated commitment to involvement and encouragement of research activities and professional developmentClosing Date:16 June 2025 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:At St Vincent''s we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. 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