Apply now Job no: 496661
Work type: Full time
Location: Perth CBD, Inner & Western Suburbs
Categories: Physiotherapist
Why Choose Amana Living? Amana Living is one of the largest Aged Care providers in Western Australia and has been responding to the needs of older people and those who care for them since 1962. We offer a broad range of services, including residential care homes, transition care programs, retirement living villages, home care, day care, respite, and dementia specific services. Together, we enable older people to maintain their individuality, providing what is needed to support a fulfilling life.
Our vision is a community where every older person is honoured and valued. Our mission is together, we enable older people to maintain their individuality, providing what is needed to support a fulfilling life. Our values are compassion, collaboration, curiosity, inclusion and trust. Amana Living is proud to lead in reforms that benefit our workforce, caring for those who care for a career.
Competitive ratesSalary packaging benefits up to $18,550Continued superannuation contribution for employees who are on paid or unpaid parental leaveHealth and wellbeing programs and more!Ongoing training and development to keep your skills growing!Access to our Employee Assistance ProgramAt Amana Living, we value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those who identify as living with disability, are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, or members of the LGBTIQA+ community. Join us in making a difference!
THE ROLE The role of the Physiotherapist within Amana Living includes a range of physiotherapy assessments, restorative and reablement interventions, and equipment prescription for seniors in their homes as well as group activities within the community.
This role will be working 8:30am - 4:40pm, Monday to Friday, driving to clients' homes throughout the day within the Perth Metro area. This position includes a Company Car and a flexible workplace, with the ability to work from home.
Key responsibilities Conduct comprehensive assessments that identify the client's functional capacity, strengths, and lifestyle goalsProvide recommendations for client care based on assessment outcomes and prepare reportsProvide individualized therapy services, including mobility equipment prescription, enabling older people to maintain functional capacity, prevent deterioration, maximize quality of life, and re-engage with community activitiesRegularly review and evaluate client therapy plans to ensure identified goals are achieved and quality of life and healthy ageing are promotedEnsure all documentation is timely, accurate, maintained, and actioned in accordance with the Amana Living Clinical Governance Framework, organisational policies, procedures, and confidentiality agreementProvide general advice and recommendations relating to equipmentAttend and actively participate in family and staff meetings and mandatory training sessionsABOUT YOU The successful candidate will contribute to the development of holistic, individualized, client-focused care plans in partnership with the client and their carer/advocate and Amana Living team.
Experience in community-based assessment and rehabilitation including equipment prescriptionDemonstrated excellence in specialist assessment and the delivery of evidence-based physiotherapy interventionsEvidence of COVID-19 and Current 2024 Flu vaccinations per Amana Living policiesAbility to obtain a National Police Clearance (within 6-months validity)Successful completion of pre-employment form and reference checks3+ years' post-qualification experience within Aged Care or Home CareBachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) degreeCurrent registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)Current and valid motor vehicle Class C driver's licenceHow to apply If you are interested in this role and meet the essential criteria, please click the "apply now" button. Amana Living reserves the right to close this position prior to the closing date. Shortlisting and interviews will commence immediately.
Advertised: 29 Aug 2024 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: Open until filled
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