Workplace Rehabilitation Consultant, Newcastle
Job No:
KIP1042
Location:
Newcastle
- Brand new team & CBD office, Newcastle Location
- Flexible Work Arrangement, control your own schedule
- Competitive salary, monthly incentives & excellent benefits
Great opportunity for Exercise Physiologists, Osteopaths, Physiotherapists, or Occupational Therapists to enter Workplace Rehabilitation - a challenging yet rewarding career with growth and development opportunities.
About the Role
KINNECT is excited to announce the opening of our new clinic in Newcastle CBD! Located on the harbour and just five minutes from the beach, this is an ideal setting for our latest expansion.
We are seeking an experienced Workplace Rehab Consultant or professionals from the following disciplines to train as Workplace Rehab Consultants:
- Physiotherapist
- Accredited Exercise Physiologist
- Occupational Therapist (with a focus on ADLs assessments)
This opportunity is also open to recent graduates from these fields.
Key Responsibilities
As a Workplace Rehabilitation Consultant at KINNECT, your role will be diverse, offering a wide range of responsibilities across workplace rehabilitation and injury prevention services. Your duties will include:
- Assessing injured and ill workers to determine the best strategies for facilitating their return to work.
- Visiting workplaces to understand the challenges injured and ill workers may face and educating employers on the health benefits of good work.
- Case managing complex injuries and coordinating with treating doctors and health professionals to support injured workers in their recovery and return to work.
- Providing clinical opinions and justifications through detailed report writing.
In addition to workplace rehabilitation services, you will have the opportunity to partner with various organisations to deliver a range of other services, such as:
- Conducting ergonomic assessments in workplace, home, and vehicle settings.
- Developing job dictionaries.
- Performing manual task risk assessments.
- Leading interactive manual handling training and implementing stretching and warm-up programs.
- Conducting pre-employment assessments, including drug & alcohol testing, audiology, spirometry, vision, and functional testing.
Why You'll Love This Job
- Quality over Quantity: Focus on delivering high-quality service through return-to-work outcomes.
- Career Growth: Unlimited opportunities for leadership development, advancement, and promotion.
- Flexible Work Arrangements: Ability to work from home.
- Tech Perks: A laptop and mobile phone provided for both work and personal use.
Why You'll Love Working at KINNECT
When you join KINNECT, you will be rewarded with an industry-leading salary package and top-notch perks, including:
- Monthly Incentives: Enjoy regular rewards for your hard work.
- Extra Leave: The option to purchase additional annual leave.
- Birthday Off: Celebrate your birthday with a paid day off.
- Paid Parental Leave: Support for you and your family.
- Health Benefits: Discounted health insurance.
- Recognition Rewards: Weekly and monthly gift vouchers for ‘Core Values’ winners.
- Social Events: KINNECT social days, work anniversary celebrations, and regular events to foster team spirit.
How You'll Add Value
As a workplace rehabilitation professional passionate about helping people, you will bring the following talents and attributes to our team:
- Professional Accreditation: Current registration with AHPRA, ESSA accreditation, or ASORC/RCAA accreditation.
- Analytical Expertise: Excellent analytical and report writing skills.
- Team Collaboration: Ability to thrive under pressure in a dynamic team environment.
Ready to Apply?
If this opportunity resonates with you, apply now! For further details, contact us at careers@kinnect.com.au. Alternatively, please click apply!
This position is being sourced directly by KINNECT. We respectfully request no agency approaches.
