MedicalJobsAustralia.com Early Career Orthotist Prosthetist

Job no: 951563

Work type: Full time

Located in: Adelaide CBD

Categories: Allied and Scientific Health

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) - Early Career Orthotist Prosthetist

Various CALHN Locations - Orthotics & Prosthetics

AHP1 - $73,710 - $89,981 p.a. super salary packaging

Temporary - Full Time (12 months)

We Need You in Allied Health

Join over 2,600 allied health professionals at CALHN and play a vital role in delivering safe and connected world-class care across South Australia.

Make a difference across acute, rehabilitation and community care

Thrive in a supportive, values-driven organisation

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and experienced clinicians

Build your career through learning, development and innovation

At CALHN, every voice matters. We prioritise the safety of our staff and patients, working together to deliver a seamless patient journey through our Safe and Connected Operating Model.

Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN About the Role

Finishing your Orthotics and Prosthetics degree or ready to take the next step in your early career? Start it with us.

Join CALHN in Adelaide and turn your knowledge into practical clinical experience with supervision, hands-on learning and an experienced team around you.

You'll have opportunities to

Gain experience across acute, rehabilitation and community care

Build practical Orthotics and Prosthetics skills

Learn alongside experienced Orthotists and Prosthetists

Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams

Explore varied clinical areas and patient needs

Build independence as your skills develop

Working across CALHN sites and outreach settings, you'll gain broad exposure to different services and patient groups while building strong foundations for your career.

Supported from Day One

Moving from university into clinical practice is a big step. You won't be expected to know everything from day one, we'll give you the support and opportunities to learn,



ask questions and develop at a pace that builds your capability.

Your development will include

Regular 1:1 clinical supervision

Facilitated peer support with early-career colleagues

Dedicated education and training

Connect First early-career Allied Health support Connect First Flyer.pdf

Internal and external professional development

Broad clinical exposure across CALHN services

Whether you're graduating locally, interstate or from another recognised program, you'll join a welcoming team invested in helping you make a confident transition into practice.

About You

You're completing your studies, have recently graduated or are beginning your Orthotics and Prosthetics career. You're curious, enthusiastic and ready to turn your knowledge into meaningful patient care.

To be successful in this role, you will:

Hold an appropriate Orthotics and Prosthetics degree

Be eligible for Australian Orthotic Prosthetic Association membership

Bring curiosity and a genuine willingness to learn

Communicate and collaborate effectively within a team

Embrace feedback and ongoing professional development

Connect First

You won't be starting your career alone.

Connect

First is CALHN's dedicated early-career Allied Health program, bringing new graduates together as they transition into practice.

Through Connect First, you can:

Connect with graduates starting their careers alongside you

Access mentoring and interprofessional learning

Learn from guest speakers and shared development sessions

Build connections across CALHN's Allied Health community

Build Your Career at CALHN

CALHN's Orthotics and Prosthetics service works across the Royal Adelaide Hospital, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, rehabilitation services and other CALHN and outreach settings.

As your experience grows,



you'll have opportunities to:

Explore varied specialties, services and clinical settings

Build professional connections across CALHN

Develop your clinical capability and independence

Discover where your professional interests could take you

Why You'll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matterIn line with the new Enterprise Agreement 2025 you'll enjoy enhanced benefits that support you and your career.

Make your money go further- salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses $2,650 for meals and entertainment pre-tax super and novated lease options

Grow your career- build your skills and explore opportunities across CALHN

Work together - strong multidisciplinary support and shared expertise

Professional development allowance - with structured development support

Balance work and life- access versatile work options where available

Diversity and Inclusion

We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected and supported.

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse backgrounds, all genders and LGBTQIA communities.

Application Information

Refer to the role description for essential qualifications 951563 - RD for Early Career Orthotist Prosthetist.pdf

Appointment is subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances

Comply with immunisation requirements outlined in the role description

Curious About Starting Your Career With Us?

Connect with

Sarah Wilson, Director Orthotics & Prosthetics, CALHN

P: 7074 2838

E: [email protected]

Apply Now

Closing date: 11.55pm Wednesday 21 October 2026

Job Ref: 951563

Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information

Recruitment agencies and third parties need not apply - we've got this covered.

Advertised: 30 Sep 2026 Cen.

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