Novita nurtures ambition of every size and shape, for a career that grows with you, in a team that supports you.
Novita is South Australia’s most established provider of therapy, assistive technology, community programs and community living services for people with disabilities and we’re evolving every day.
Novita brings you the benefits of structure along with the freedom to grow within an environment that’s big, but personal. We equip you with the tools to thrive as the whole person you are, embracing whatever makes you tick, so you can reach your true potential. Our leaders remain by your side, respectful of your autonomy, because they care about you accomplishing your professional goals. And the sheer variety of Novita’s offerings means opportunities to take your career where you want it to go.
Work at a place that supports you to achieve your best, so you can support others to achieve theirs.
Job Description
About You
We’re looking for a qualified (or soon-to-be qualified) Orthotist & Prosthetist to join our dynamic team. Whether you’re early in your career or bring years of experience, this is a unique opportunity to deliver high-quality orthotic and prosthetic services.
About the Role
This position is based at Novita’s Croydon Park location where you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality orthotic and prosthetic services, with a unique opportunity to help shape and grow our expanding prosthetics service.
• Assessing, designing, and fitting orthotic and prosthetic devices
• Providing outreach services across SA and western NSW
• Collaborating in multidisciplinary teams to support client outcomes
• Contributing to service planning and quality improvement
• Liaising with families and professionals to deliver client-centred care
Desired Skills and Experience
Knowledge, skills and experience
To succeed in this role, you may be an experienced clinician or a recent graduate, either way, you’ll bring a client-focused mindset, a commitment to learning, and a passion for delivering high-quality care.
Tertiary qualifications eligible for membership with the Australian Orthotics and Prosthetics Association
Current registration with the Australian Orthotics and Prosthetics Association
Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field (desirable)
Current First Aid certificate
Current SA Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Check
Demonstrated ability to assess, design, and deliver customised orthotic and prosthetic solutions
Experience working with clients with complex needs (paediatric experience desirable)
Why join Novita?
Work with innovative manufacturing techniques including 3D printing, resin laminations and CNC machining as part of everyday practice
Community-based role, work out in the world, not just in the clinic
Be part of creating a new clinical market and delivering services directly to clients
Take ownership of outreach clinics and help shape their direction
Opportunities for both clinical and operational career progression
You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:
Total salary package includes base salary, annual leave loading and 12% superannuation
Enjoy salary packaging up to $15,900 of your salary, increasing your take-home pay
Further maximise your take home pay with additional salary packaging benefits including meals and entertainment expenses, accommodation and venue hire, private novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
Apply Now
For a confidential conversation before applying, contact Rebecca Kelly on Rebecca.Kelly@novita.org.au
As this position is vacant, we are looking to undertake interviews as applications are submitted. So, don’t delay if you are wanting to join our team. Novita may close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified before the listed closing date.
Novita is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal and fair consideration for employment. Applicants with a disability and/or who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are actively encouraged to apply.
Potentially successful candidates will be required to complete background checks prior to confirmation of employment.
