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New Graduate Orthotist
Posted on Aug. 18, 2026
- Sydney, Australia
- 0 - 0 USD (yearly)
- Full Time
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The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
Reference number
REQ678800
Occupation
Orthotist/Prosthetist
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Sydney - East
Salary Information
$79419 - $92801
Closing date
15 September 2026 at 11:59pm
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 26 January 2029
Position Classification: Orthotist / Prosthetist Lvl 1
Remuneration: 79419 - 92801 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ678800
Location: Randwick
Applications Close: Midnight on 15 September 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Ruth Baker on Ruth.Baker@HEALTH.NSW.GOV.AU
Position Classification: Orthotist / Prosthetist Lvl 1
Remuneration: 79419 - 92801 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ678800
Location: Randwick
Applications Close: Midnight on 15 September 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Ruth Baker on Ruth.Baker@HEALTH.NSW.GOV.AU
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
What you'll be doing
The new graduate orthotist is responsible for providing a comprehensive orthotic service to children and adults, inpatients and outpatients of the SCHN orthotics department at the Randwick Campus.
The new graduate will initially be working under supervision; however it is expected that by following a structured graduate programme that by the end of the temporary 12 month position they will be able to work somewhat autonomously and within teams.
Additional Benefits (where applicable): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
- A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
- Responses to the questions below:
- Bachelor degree in prosthetics and/ or orthotics which provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Orthotic Prosthetic Association, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and within teams.
- Prior experience working at an orthotic or prosthetic facility is desirable, but not essential.
- Willingness to undergo further professional development and contribute to research.
Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information:
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.
Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.
An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact 1300 679 367
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