POSITIONS VACANT:
Lymphoedema Practitioner – Occupational Therapist preferred
Lymphoedema Practitioner for Private Practice in Mornington
An exciting opportunity awaits for a qualified professional to join our busy team in our state-of-the-art practice. We are a fast-growing clinic close to local private hospitals, providing cancer rehabilitation and lymphoedema management to patients on the Mornington Peninsula and surrounding suburbs.
Our focus is on a lymphoedema prevention model of practice, primary/secondary/cancer related lymphoedema assessment and management, development of rehabilitation programs before, during and after cancer diagnosis and treatment, scar tissue/cording management.
For more information about our clinic please visit www.mplc.com.au
We are looking for a registered lymphoedema practitioner or we are willing to put a passionate OT through the qualification
· Degree in Occupational Therapy.
· Lymphoedema Certification or interest in completing
· Current Registration with AHPRA and ALA if applicable
· Current unrestricted Drivers Licence.
· Minimum of 1 years clinical experience in your background field
(Potential for a new grad who shows a passion for the field of oncology, pre/post cancer management and/or lymphoedema prevention)
· Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills.
· High standard of customer service and multidisciplinary teamwork.
· Well-developed organisational and time management skills.
· Flexible and positive approach to work.
· Commitment to professional development and maintenance of current evidence-based practice.
Are you an OT willing to learn and grow?
This is an opportunity to gain experience in:
· Becoming a qualified Lymphoedema Practitioner
· Bioimpedance using the SOZO
· Early intervention protocols
· Low level laser therapy (LLLT)
· Scar tissue management protocols
· Pneumatic compression pumps
· Garment measurement and prescription
What is on offer:
· a supportive and inclusive work environment
· a friendly, caring, and professional team
· modern workspace
· a platform for professional growth
· a broad referral base of GPs, Breast Surgeons, Radiation Oncologists, Medical Oncologists, Plastic and Reconstructive surgeons
· the opportunity to of Part time or full-time work
· above award employment rates
Please forward the following documents to info@mplc.com.au
· Resume
· proof of registration
· certificate of currency for indemnity insurance
· current work-related referees and
· a cover letter stating why you are interested in this position and how you could contribute as a valued member of the team. We look forward to your application.