Staff Specialist – Rehabilitation Medicine at HammondCare

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Rehabilitation Medicine, Chronic Pain Management, Telehealth, Multidisciplinary Practice, Clinical Documentation, Patient Communication, Team Collaboration, Supervision

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

About the Role The Permanent part-time, 20 hours per week (including preferably Tuesdays and Wednesdays) role of Staff Specialist Rehabilitation works within the Mission and Mission in Action of HammondCare to ensure that the Greenwich Far West chronic pain telehealth service and the non-admitted rehabilitation service at the Pacific Centre, St Leonards function in a way that aligns with the Mission, Vision and Mission-in-Action of HammondCare, to ensure that the medical and other care provided to patients in the Far West of NSW is of high quality. Provide high quality chronic pain consultative telehealth service to the Far West of New South Wales, based in Northern Sydney. Provide a general non-admitted rehabilitation medicine service for the patients referred from the lower north shore of Sydney. To work within healthcare teams and with other senior medical staff in a cooperative and collegiate way, evidencing the Mission, Motivation and Mission In Action of HammondCare This part-time role consists of two parts: A Rehabilitation specialist with skills and knowledge in chronic pain to work with a small chronic pain team; a nurse, physio and psychologist, to deliver chronic pain services to Far West NSW. Individual consultations are delivered via telehealth within existing GP practices and remote health services to rural and remote towns of the Far West and A Rehabilitation specialist with skills and knowledge in general non-admitted rehabilitation medicine to work with a rehabilitation team Two visits per annum to Broken Hill are required by the team, and participating in one visit per year is expected. HammondCare is a NSW Health-affiliated organisation all NSW Health transferrable entitlements will be recognised. About You Registered (or registerable) as a Specialist Medical Practitioner in Rehabilitation Medicine in Australia (AHPRA). FAFRM or equivalent Consultant qualification in Rehabilitation Medicine. Credentialed experience in multidisciplinary specialist practice in inpatient, day hospital, consultative, clinic and community settings. Qualification in Pain Management is desirable Demonstrated skills in delivering chronic pain services in either inpatient or outpatient settings. Demonstrated sound and effective communication skills, including written documentation to GP’s, allied health and other consultants within and external to HammondCare. Communication with patients and referrers is a key requirement for this liaison consultative service Demonstrated ability to work in a team Organisational ability, both personal organisation and ability to supervise Research Qualification (desirable) Benefits - What are we offering Salary packaging; up to $9,010 annually for living expenses Additional training & career development opportunities Leave benefits – purchased additional annual leave. Reward and Recognition Program Fitness Passports: Full facility access can include gyms, group classes and pools for yourself and your family. Free independent, confidential counselling services, wand wellbeing resources available through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you & your family. Exclusive discounts at MyCar; Servicing, Brakes, Repairs, and Tyre Care Plans Exclusive commercial discounts for JB HI-FI, The Good Guys, Optus, Dell and Samsung Ready to make a change? Apply Now! For any specific queries please contact Dr Friedbert Kohler at fkohler@hammond.com.au Closing Date: 5th June 2026. HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We thrive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves. All short-listed applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to a criminal record check, immunisation staff screening & vaccination compliance checks. Make a difference every day to the lives of older Australians in need by joining the team at HammondCare. We provide expert aged care, home care, dementia care and palliative care for older people, regardless of circumstances, beliefs, background or financial situation, led by our not-for-profit, Christian foundations and backed by research and clinical expertise. We’ve been caring for people for over 90 years, recruiting and developing passionate team members who can support older people through some of life’s most difficult circumstances. Whether it’s in our innovative residences, our hospitals, or at home, from the most complex situations to just offering a little help, we bring the same skill, experience and compassion to all we do. It's not just care, it's HammondCare. We recognise and celebrate individuals who go above and beyond in their work. Our Mission in Action Awards honour outstanding contributions, while our Service Awards acknowledge the dedication of employees who have been with us for many years. Frontline team members benefit from training in our industry-leading care model, as well as specialised courses in dementia and palliative care. We also offer generous scholarships for higher education, along with programs designed to develop leadership and management skills. Plus, enjoy a $1,000 bonus for successful employee referrals. As a registered charity, we offer salary packaging that allows you to have up to $15,900 of your income tax free, along with the ability to spend up to $2,650 on accommodation, meals, and entertainment, all tax free. Pay less tax on your income and increase your take-home pay with these fantastic benefits! Enhance your wellbeing with Fitness Passport, offering discounted access for you and your family to local gyms, pools, and fitness centres. When you need additional support, our Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential counselling sessions, ensuring you have the resources to thrive.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality chronic pain consultative telehealth services to the Far West of NSW and general non-admitted rehabilitation services in Northern Sydney. Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams to align medical care with the organization's mission.