Faculty
of Health and Medicine
University
of Newcastle Department of Rural Health
3026
About the
organisation
The University of
Newcastle Department of Rural Health (UONDRH) delivers education, research and
community engagement activities aimed at improving the health and well-being of
regional, rural and Indigenous communities within the New England, North West
Slopes and Plains, areas of the Hunter Valley, Mid-North Coast, Manning Valley
and Great Lakes regions.
Through a variety of
programs the UONDRH has made it possible for undergraduate and postgraduate
students studying medicine, nursing and allied health disciplines at the
University of Newcastle to complete a large part of their education and
training in a rural setting at one of six main locations (Tamworth, Armidale,
Taree, Moree, Port Macquarie and Coffs Harbour), as well as placements in other
small population centres in the region.
About the
role
The Lecturer,
Physiotherapy will oversee and support physiotherapy student placements in the Coffs Harbour and
surrounding districts. They will liaise with placement supervisors
and students in the region, coordinate timetabling for physiotherapy students,
provide sessional face-to-face teaching and collaborate with other academic and
professional staff to develop and implement inter-professional education and
research opportunities.
This position is
based in Coffs
Harbour.
Skills and
experience
To be successful in
this role, you will have:
- a
recognised Degree in physiotherapy; - registration
or membership (as applicable) with the relevant regulatory organisation; - a
minimum of two years relevant post-graduate practitioner experience; - excellent
written and verbal communication skills and - demonstrated
ability to effectively work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary
team.
This opportunity is
offered on a fixed term, 0.8 full-time equivalent basis, until the end of
2018. Job-sharing will be considered.
Please note:
In accordance with the University’s Staff Selection Guidelines, your
application will be assessed on the selection criteria found at the link below.
It is essential that you address each of the criteria to enable the selection
committee to properly assess your application and suitability for interview.
Academic Level B –
$92,574 to $109,933 per annum pro-rata, plus employer superannuation
contribution of 9.5%.
UON provide
leadership, innovation and inspiration to our staff, students and the broader
community in environmental sustainability and we are committed to health,
safety, well-being and careers of our students and staff. UON is an EEO
employer.
Applications close:
Friday, 10 June 2016
Before submitting
your application please read the important information contained in the
Application Process guide at: www.newcastle.edu.au/about-uon/jobs-at-uon/job-vacancies/application-process.
