Hand Therapist - Grade 2
Dandenong, VIC, AU, 3175
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Embark on a rewarding career and be part of a team where your dedication makes a difference in people’s lives.
About the Role
Join our team as a Grade 2 Hand Therapist on a part time (0.8 FTE), ongoing capacity. The position is primarily based at Dandenong Hospital, with services also provided at Monash Children’s Hospital (Clayton) and a satellite clinic at Casey Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly skilled and supportive team, working within a busy outpatient department that runs daily clinics. You will:
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Manage a caseload across the full range of hand therapy services, with a strong focus on acute trauma.
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Contribute to a multidisciplinary team approach, working closely with surgical teams and outpatient colleagues.
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Provide clinical teaching, including supervision of staff and student placements.
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Participate in service development projects, working groups, and clinical initiatives to support innovation and service excellence.
About Us
Monash Health delivers one of Victoria’s largest acute Hand Therapy services, providing care across the lifespan with a strong focus on traumatic injuries requiring plastic and orthopaedic surgery. Patients present with a wide variety of conditions, ensuring a diverse and rewarding caseload.
Our Hand Therapy team works closely with Plastics and Orthopaedics surgical teams, providing best practice care to maximise patients’ recovery and return to function. We also embrace continuous improvement through research, service development, and evidence-based practice.
About You
You are an AHPRA-accredited Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist with demonstrated expertise in acute hand therapy. You are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while contributing to service development and innovation.
You will bring:
- Strong clinical skills in acute hand injury management.
- A respectful communication style and patient advocacy skills.
- A collaborative approach, with the ability to engage patients in their recovery.
- Willingness to take responsibility for your own professional learning.
- Experience supporting departmental teaching, resource development, and research initiatives.
Essential requirements:
- Bachelor of Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy (or equivalent).
- Current AHPRA registration.
- Demonstrated passion for Hand Therapy and evidence of developing or consolidated skills in this specialty area.
In Return
As a valued member of the Monash Health team, you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and career progression, including:
- Salary packaging – increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options.
- Professional development – access to ongoing training, education, and leadership opportunities to support your career growth.
- Supportive team environment – work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
- Employee wellbeing – benefit from a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), staff wellbeing initiatives, and a strong focus on work-life balance.
- Career mobility – opportunities to work across Victoria’s largest public health service with a wide range of roles and career pathways.
- Diverse and inclusive workplace – join an organisation that celebrates and embraces diversity and fosters a culture of respect and belonging.
At Monash Health, you’ll be making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities while advancing your career in a leading healthcare organisation.
For a confidential discussion and to explore the opportunity further, please call Susan Fone, Manager Occupational Therapy, on 0428 691 940.
Position Description can be found here.
Role Statement can be found here.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’. Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close: 23 September 2025