Casual Allied Health Assistant – St John of God Mt Lawley Hospital
Your role at St John of God
We are currently seeking Casual Allied Health Assistants to join the Allied Health team at St John of God Mt Lawley Hospital. You will provide clinical and administrative support to Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, other Therapy and nursing staff as required.
Responsibilities
Provide clinical assistance to 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.
Qualifications
Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent experience.
Currently completing tertiary studies in an Allied Health discipline (acceptable).
Ability to follow instructions policies and procedures.
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
Well-developed organisational skills and ability to manage own workflow.
Benefits
Hourly Rate: $***** – $***** (includes 25% Casual loading) plus 12% superannuation.
Casual position.
Salary package option each pay period.
Welcoming and supportive culture.
Access to Lifestyle, Health & Wellbeing rewards & discounts.
On-site subsidised parking.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Green travel allowance – up to $1,500 per year for walking, carpooling or using public transport.
Contact
For enquiries contact
Courtenay Pardini, Occupational Therapy Team Leader
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