Your role at St John of God Mt Lawley Hospital
We are currently seeking Casual Allied Health Assistants to join the Allied Health team at SJG Mt Lawley Hospital.
You will provide clinical and administrative support to Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, other Therapy and nursing staff as required.
The Position:
* Provide clinical assistance to the physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nursing and other health care professionals as required.
* Actively monitor the environment and implement safe work practices to ensure patient and staff safety.
* Participate in staff education programs as required.
* Involvement with research as appropriate.
* Comply with hospital and department policies and procedures.
* Supervise and assist patients in exercise routines, gait activities and daily living activities as directed by the treating allied health care professional.
* Assist with patient treatment as required.
* Assist with patient transfers, dressing and showering in hydrotherapy (if applicable).
* Identify client circumstances that need additional input from the Allied Health Professional and communicate this in clinical handover.
* Be aware of contraindications, precautions and hazards relating to specific patient management.
* Ensure that infection control procedures are strictly adhered to in all areas.
* Report all hazards regarding patients promptly to the treating allied health caregiver or Nurse Unit Manager.
* Assist with patient portering as required.
* Document client progress and maintain clinical documentation as required.
You will hold a Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance or be able to demonstrate suitable experience in a similar position or be currently completing tertiary studies in an Allied Health discipline.
To succeed in this role, you must have the ability to follow instructions, policies and procedures, along with highly developed interpersonal and communication skills that enable you to relate to others in a sensitive and professional manner. You will also demonstrate a strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality and possess well-developed organisational skills, with the ability to manage your own workflow and cope with competing demands.
Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.
We can offer you
* Hourly Rate: $43.47 – $46.92 (includes 25% Casual loading) plus 12% superannuation
* Casual position
* As a casual employee, you can salary package a percentage of your earnings each pay period
* A welcoming and supportive culture
* Access to a range of Lifestyle, Health & Wellbeing rewards & discounts
* On-site subsidised parking
* Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Green travel allowance – if you walk, carpool or use public transport you could be eligible for up to $1,500 per year
For enquiries contact Courtney Pardini, Occupational Therapy Team Leader, on
Please note: If suitable candidates are identified, shortlisting and interviews may begin before the advertisement closes.
Position may be filled before closing date if a suitable candidate is identified
At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.