Multidisciplinary Allied Health Assistant - Community Rehabilitation Program
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Alfred Health is a leader in healthcare delivery, improvement, research, and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, offering services from ambulatory to inpatient, as well as home and community-based care.
* Full-time (80 hours per fortnight + monthly ADOs)
* Located at Caulfield Hospital
* Great staff benefits! 5 weeks annual leave & salary packaging
The Department
Alfred Health's Community Rehabilitation Program provides home and centre-based rehabilitation and Falls Clinic services. The focus is on goal-directed, community-based rehabilitation for clients following injury or hospitalization. The multidisciplinary team includes physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, dietitians, neuropsychologists, clinical psychologists, allied health assistants, rehabilitation medicine doctors, community health nurses, pharmacists, and social workers.
The Role
We are seeking a motivated Allied Health Assistant to join our Community Rehabilitation team at Caulfield Hospital. The role involves providing therapy support services to individuals and groups as directed by Allied Health Professionals, working closely with the interdisciplinary team to meet clients’ rehabilitation goals. The role also includes administrative duties to support client management and the ongoing development of the program.
Qualifications and Experience
* Completion of Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent from a registered training organization, or recognized equivalent qualification (e.g., higher qualification in a relevant health science discipline at Diploma or Associate Diploma level, overseas-trained Allied Health practitioner with Diploma or higher, or an Allied Health undergraduate student with at least one year of study).
* Current Victorian Driver’s License (unrestricted).
Key Selection Criteria
* Experience within a hospital or multidisciplinary team setting
* Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to relate to staff and patients
* Knowledge of medical terminology
* High English literacy and strong communication skills
* Ability to work autonomously within scope of practice
* Proficient computer skills
Staff Benefits
* Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
* Flexible health insurance through HCF
* Onsite parking options
* Access to onsite fitness facilities
* Childcare services managed by KU Children’s Services
For inquiries, contact Daniel Edwards (Team Leader) at 0429 694 021 or
Applications close at 11:00 pm on Wednesday, 30th April 2025. We may interview and appoint before the closing date.
Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. In accordance with health vaccination mandates, healthcare workers in specified roles must be vaccinated against influenza or have a medical exemption.
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