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Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Grade 3 Allied Health Assistant (AHA) to work as part of an innovative model of care in the Geriatric Evaluation and Management service at The Mornington Centre.
The SPeED (Supported Patient Centred Early Discharge) program includes occupational therapists, physiotherapists and an allied health assistant to enable early supported discharge for sub-acute inpatients. This team works in collaboration with the wider interdisciplinary care team at the Mornington Centre.
Key Responsibilities
The Grade 3 AHA will competently provide physiotherapy and occupational therapy assessment and intervention for patients accepted onto the SPeED program. This role requires a multidisciplinary, person-centred approach to provide efficient and safe patient care as prescribed by Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists. Therapy may be provided as individual patient sessions or in a group format. This position supports the administrative functions of the SPeED team as well as the Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy departments more broadly, including equipment maintenance, cleaning and other duties as directed.
We are looking for a flexible and dedicated AHA who is committed to Peninsula Health’s values and works well in a team environment. Peninsula Health staff are proud of their person centred approach, and live our values of Service, Integrity, Respect, Compassion and Excellence. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click the ‘Apply Now’ button.
Other Information
• Ensuring the health and safety of our patients, visitors and staff is at the heart of everything we do. As part of this commitment, all new members of our team must meet the immunisation requirements of their role prior to commencement.
• Peninsula Health is committed to providing positive employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background.
• Peninsula Health believes in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workforce where each person’s uniqueness is valued. Peninsula Health believes that by embracing the diverse life experiences and perspectives of our people, we will provide high-quality health care to all members of our community – regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, cultural background, disability, religion or sexual orientation.
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