Job Type: Temporary position | Part time position
Job Description ALLIED HEALTH ASSISTANT - GYMPIE, QLD Your Opportunity: You will be responsible for working under the direction of Physiotherapists / Occupational therapists in order to deliver a consistently high standard of clinical service to clients in Residential Aged Care (RAC) Settings. As an Allied Health Assistant, it is expected that your time will consist of both clinical and administrative duties. You will be involved in a new innovative way of offering allied health services to our wonderful Clients.
Our award-winning (2023 Allied Health Award for Innovative Product Excellence) Plena Care Pathway has been designed to provide our therapists with an opportunity to tailor therapy programs for our residents, built from resident goals and priorities, and delivers evidence-based mobility and functional programs, care plan reviews, one-to-one therapy interventions, and group-based active aging services. This is a casual position (16 hours/week) in Gympie, QLD.
Responsibilities: Assist in delivering all physiotherapy services in accordance with the Plena Healthcare operating procedures and policies.Service RAC clients in accordance with the Allied Health Professionals treatment plan.Transport residents to and from the therapy gym area / their appointments.Set up and pack away the physiotherapy gym, including cleaning both the area and equipment.Collect referrals and perform any other administrative tasks as guided by the physiotherapists.Order prescribed equipment.Run exercise groups / programs.Support initiatives to meet client / contract expectations.Consult with the physiotherapist / occupational therapist regarding adaptations/ changes/ progressions of treatment plans for clients as appropriate.Participate in mentoring, supervision, and appraisals in line with Plena Healthcare's policy and procedure.Your Career with Plena: Plena Healthcare prides itself on a genuine work/life balance where flexibility is key! We aim to support and inspire our team to enrich the lives of our clients.
Plena Perks: Competitive hourly rate.1:1 Mentoring Program.Shine Awards – recognition for outstanding achievements.Health Kick - $150 annual budget for fitness and well-being.Treasure Chest Fund - money to brighten the day of one of your clients.Who we are: Plena Healthcare is a national allied health provider to the Aged Care, Community, and Disability industry, with over 20 years' experience. Our values demonstrate our commitment to our people, customers, and community.
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