Job Opportunity: Allied Health Assistant
We are seeking an experienced Allied Health Assistant to join our physiotherapy team.
About the Role
The Allied Health Assistant provides therapy support services to individuals and groups as directed by the physiotherapist.
* Assisting with assessment and treatment
* Providing exercise, mobility and activity programs
* Delivery of equipment and associated paperwork
* Coordination and organisation of services upon discharge
* Administrative duties such as statistics entry and equipment ordering
The Allied Health Assistant works closely with the physiotherapy team to provide a flexible and responsive service meeting each client's therapeutic goals.
Responsibilities also include administrative and cleaning duties to assist with client management and contribute to the smooth operation of the Physiotherapy Department.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you must possess one of the following qualifications:
* Certificate III or higher qualification as an Allied Health Assistant, Registered Nurse, Certified Fitness Instructor or Personal Care
* Diploma, Associate Diploma or higher qualification in a relevant health science area
* Certificate courses in a relevant health science area
* Overseas Allied Health Qualifications - minimum qualification is a completed diploma in a recognised discipline
* Allied Health undergraduate student in a relevant discipline having completed a minimum of one year of study
Previous experience within a hospital setting or working with a multidisciplinary health team is also desirable. Clinical experience in Rehabilitation and Aged Care is highly valued, as well as previous supervisory responsibility of an area and/or staff member.