Experienced Prosthetist/Orthotist, Momentum Physio + Rehab, ACT
Experienced Prosthetist/Orthotist Opportunity
Build Your Career in a Supportive and Growing Service
Momentum Therapy is seeking an experienced Prosthetist/Orthotist to join our multidisciplinary allied health team in Canberra.
This is an opportunity to work across a diverse orthotic and prosthetic caseload while enjoying the autonomy, flexibility and professional support that come with being part of an experienced, multi-disciplinary team.
We're looking for a clinician who is passionate about delivering high-quality care and keen to continue developing their expertise, while also being in a beautiful flourishing city. Whether your interests lie in complex clinical work, mentoring emerging clinicians, outreach services, or developing a clinical specialty area, we can help shape a role that aligns with your strengths and career goals.
Why Join Momentum?
Professional growth and development
- Develop areas of clinical interest and expertise.
- Diverse orthotic and prosthetic caseload, including a growing prosthetic service.
- Access professional development funding and conference opportunities.
- Utilise modern technologies, CAD design, and advanced manufacturing techniques.
Mentoring and collaboration
- Mentor early-career clinicians and students.
- Contribute to a positive culture of learning and continuous improvement.
- Work alongside experienced clinicians across multiple disciplines.
Opportunities to broaden your role
- Take responsibility for clinical programs, outreach services or clinic locations.
- Develop leadership and management experience.
- Contribute to service improvements and new initiatives within a growing organisation.
Lifestyle and flexibility
Canberra offers the rare combination of a rewarding career and an exceptional lifestyle. With short commute times, excellent schools, a vibrant food and wine scene, and strong healthcare networks, it is an ideal place to establish yourself professionally and personally.
Outside of work, enjoy easy access to world-class mountain biking and hiking trails, national parks, ski fields, wineries, and some of Australia's best beaches, all within a few hours' drive. Our regional outreach services across the ACT and surrounding NSW communities also provide opportunities to build diverse clinical experience and professional connections.
About the Role
You will:
- Provide orthotic and prosthetic assessment, prescription and review services.
- Manage a varied caseload across a broad range of client presentations.
- Participate in outreach and regional service delivery.
- Prepare reports and recommendations for the NDIS, insurers and other funding bodies.
- Collaborate with clients, families, medical practitioners and allied health professionals.
- Contribute to mentoring, clinical discussions and service development initiatives.
Essential Criteria
- Bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) in Orthotics and Prosthetics recognised by the Australian Orthotic Prosthetic Association.
- Current registration, or eligibility for registration, with the Australian Orthotic Prosthetic Association.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to evidence-based practice and high-quality client outcomes.
- Current driver's licence.
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Experienced Prosthetist/Orthotist in Melbourne employer: The Australian Orthotic Prosthetic Association Ltd. (Aopa)
The Australian Orthotic Prosthetic Association Ltd. (Aopa) offers a supportive and collaborative environment for new graduates, providing mentorship from experienced clinicians. Employees have opportunities to develop skills in innovative device prescription, CAD design, and advanced manufacturing techniques while working across diverse clinical presentations. The organization is committed to professional growth and maintaining a culture of respect and human rights.
Contact Details:
The Australian Orthotic Prosthetic Association Ltd. (Aopa) Recruitment Team
