Exercise Physiologist - Part Time Fixed Term - NCN Health

Position:       Exercise Physiologist

Location:      NCN Health

EFT/Hours:  0.5 EFT (40 Hours Per Fortnight)

Status:  Part Time Fixed Term until 30/06/2026

Salary/ Hourly rate: 

Grade 1 $34.3368 - $43.8684 plus 11% superannuation

Grade 2 $43.8921 - $50.4553 plus 11% superannuation

About the Role:

NCN Health have an exciting opportunity for an Exercise Physiologist to join our team at NCN Health.

The Exercise Physiologist works as part of the multidisciplinary Allied Health and Chronic Disease team at NCN Health, providing quality, client focused exercise physiology services and programs for individuals and groups across the organisation including our Integrated Community Health unit, Residential Aged Care facilities and the Moira Community Rehabilitation Centre.

The role will promote health and wellbeing through the delivery, monitoring and coordination of exercise physiology services and lifestyle enhancement programs for the prevention and management of chronic disease, other complex conditions and injuries for both individuals and in group based settings.

As an integral part of the multidisciplinary team at NCN Health, the Exercise Physiologist will receive support and supervision from senior clinical staff, working closely with our Allied Health team, both in clinic and via outreach home based services. 

What we are looking for:

• Vaccination against Covid-19 is a mandatory requirement
• Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science or equivalent, and current registration as an Exercise Physiologist with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA).
• Knowledge of the design, delivery and evaluation of exercise, lifestyle and behaviour modification programs for the prevention and management of chronic disease, conditions and injuries in both individual and group settings.
• Knowledge or experience in providing Exercise Physiology services within a client focused approach to care delivery that promotes client independence and self-management.

What we can offer you:

• Salary Packaging
• Professional Development and Study Leave
• Social Club
• Free parking
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Staff Health and Wellbeing Programs
• NCN Health uniform provided

About NCN Health:

NCN Health is an amalgamated rural health service caring for diverse rural communities across the Moira Shire, with approximately 18,000 people in our community, which includes Nathalia, Cobram , Numurkah and surrounding communities.

NCN Health upholds our three core values of Respect, Accountability and Partnership. Our purpose is to build healthy communities together, and our promise is to work together to provide safe, high-quality care that improves the health and wellbeing of the diverse communities we live in.

Mandatory Screening Checks:

All appointments at NCN Health are subject to a current Employee Working with Children Check and a National Police Check issued within the last 6 months. Some positions may require a NDIS Worker Screening Clearance. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia.

A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments.

Enquiries:

Kelly McLean, Manager Allied Health and Chronic Disease, (03) 5862 0566

For further information please see position description and submit response to the Key Selection Criteria for your application to be considered.

Closing Date:

Tuesday 17 October 2023 at 11:59pm

As an inclusive employer, NCN Health is committed to improving diversity and equity in our workforce. We encourage applications from all parts of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ people, and people with lived experience of disability.

As a Child Safe organisation, NCN Health promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with disability.

NCN Health's ongoing commitment to our employees, volunteers and community is to prioritise the wellbeing and safety of those who have or are experiencing family violence through our workplace support programs. We have zero tolerance to Occupational Violence and Aggression and zero tolerance to Bullying and Harassment.

NCN Health do not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from Recruitment Agencies.