Celebrating our dedicated staff!

Congratulations to Osborne Park Hospital (OPH) Employee of the Quarter Deputy Head of Department Physiotherapy, Dean Clair.

Dean Clair leads a patient-focused physiotherapy service by example, providing exceptional care and support for patients and staff. He was nominated by his team-member for his supportive approach of his staff in their pursuit of excellence and innovation.

Dean assisted his team member to launch a trial outpatient cancer rehabilitation service including seeking funding for a new Pilates reformer through the Friends of Osborne Park Hospital, which will allow for safe exercise for those with brain tumours and spinal metastasis. He also supported attaining new amputee resources including a treadmill and hydraulic parallel bars, allowing for specificity of care and patient and therapist safety.

Tracy Hebden-Todd, Physiotherapy Head of Department, said Dean is a caring, hardworking and dedicated Physiotherapist who is committed to improving the physiotherapy service and patient experience at OPH.

“Dean is open and approachable and cares greatly for his staff and their wellbeing,” Tracy said. “He is always willing to go the extra mile when supporting staff to adopt new models of care and advocates for resources and equipment to enable best practice and foster innovation.”

Dean was awarded via a Teams e-presentation, and enjoyed cupcakes with his team members courtesy of NMHS Employee Recognition Program sponsor, Ben Brackley of Hesta.

Dean clearly demonstrates each of the five values of North Metropolitan Health Service and is a worthy recipient of the $150 gift voucher from our generous sponsors.

A special thanks to our generous sponsors Paywise (external site), SmartSalary (external site), P&N Bank (external site) and Hesta (external site)

Congratulations Dean, your team obviously think very highly of you!