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    Participating hospital information 2023. Please contact the hospital directly if further information is required.

    Website

    http://islhnweb/

    Address

    P O Box 21, WARRAWONG NSW 2502

    Manager/Contact

    Melanie Hogan - PKH Physiotherapy Unit Head

    Email: melanie.hogan1@health.nsw.gov.au

    Phone: (02) 42238210

    No of FYGs

    1

    No of Physios (PT) and Assistants (A)

    Physios 12 F/T, 15 P/T, Assistants 1 F/T, 6 P/T

    No of Hospital Beds

    57

    FYG Clinical Rotations

    Rehabilitation inpatients- 10/11 week rotation as part of the ISLHD Physiotherapy New Graduate Program.

    Working Hours

    Monday to Friday 8am-4.30pm.

    Allocated day off every four weeks in consultation with team and Unit Head.

    Weekend Shifts

    Nil

    Evening shifts

    Nil

    Accommodation

    No accommodation on site. Can access Wollongong Hospital Staff Accommodation, if available.

    Travel

     Parking on site and street parking available within 2-3 blocks of hospital.

    Orientation Process

    Corporate orientation 1/2 day + eMR training 1/2 day - remaining orientation completed online via My Health Learning modules. Site and department orientation on first day of each new rotation. ISLHD Physiotherapy New Graduate Handbook supplied as part of ISLHD Physiotherapy New Graduate Program.

    Education Programs

    ISLHD New Graduate Skills and Education Program to be held on Wednesday 2nd February 2022 and Thursday 3rd February 2022.  It is recommended to attend this free program (but you will not be paid to attend). Below are some testimonials from previous attendees:-

    Loved this opportunity to refresh information before starting, good to get back into physio mindset.

    I honestly really enjoyed it. Days were pretty long but I loved the friendly staff and the helpful practical tips.

    Good way to consolidate/refresh knowledge. It has been a long time since finishing uni.

    Good initiative to calm the nerves.

    ISLHD Physiotherapy New Graduate Handbook supplied as part of ISLHD Physiotherapy New Graduate Skills and Education Program.

    Physiotherapy in Acute Care Management (PaCCMan) is an invaluable 2 day course for grads to attend prior to their ICU rotation. For the  graduates that are rostered to work in ICU for their first rotation (Wollongong ICU rotation and those who are commencing in the Shoalhaven) the dates for this training are Monday 17th and Tuesday 18th January 2022. The course cost for you is approximately $400 (half price) and you will be given 2 days off in lieu of attendance during your first rotation.


    Site specific orientation and education revision program each rotation.

     

     

     

    Departmental inservices plus tutorials (Departmental and Inpatient Rehabilitation specific) scheduled with you throughout the rotation.

    Pre-Requisites e.g. D/L; Interest in clinical areas relevant to facility

    Current NSW drivers license (or equivalent)

    Social Activities

    All water sports / all outdoor sports / Bushwalking / Theatres / National Parks / Cycling / Horse Riding. Employee gymnasium $1/week may be available. Close to three beaches and Lake Illawarra.

    Wheelchair basketball, sailability, disabled surfing.

    Support Mechanisms

     ISLHD Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a free, confidential, and professional counselling service for all staff. ISLHD Physiotherapy New Graduate Coordinator and senior staff are friendly and supportive.

    Annual Leave Policy

    Two weeks of annual leave will be approved during the new graduate year. All leave is granted at the discretion of the Physiotherapy Unit Heads, taking into account the needs of each service. No leave can be taken in the first 3 months. Leave is spread evenly across all sites.