Allied Health Assistant- Riverland

Description:

Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, Allied Health, Berri
Salary $66,590 - $70,968 p.a. - Ongoing Full Time - AHA3
More than one position available
Overview
We have multiple opportunities for an Allied Health Assistant to provide assistance and support to the Allied Health team in delivering Allied Health services to patients/clients of the Riverland and Mallee Coorong area, under the supervision of an Allied Health professional.
Duties may include (but not limited to) applying a range of specialised clinical screenings and patient treatments (under supervision) to patients with complex needs, monitoring patient response to therapies, assisting with patient transport, preparation for therapy and at the conclusion of therapy, assisting patient in personal care needs to maintain privacy, cleanliness and dignity before, during and after therapy interventions.
We encourage applicants to view the Job Pack below for more detailed information.
Eligibility
Applicants will be expected to hold a Certificate 4 in Allied Health Assistance, or equivalent. Previous experience working in a service environment essential.
Why work for us?
The Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, called RMCLHN for short, supports more than 70,000 people living in country South Australia in the towns and surrounds of Renmark, Paringa, Berri, Barmera, Waikerie, Loxton, Pinnaroo, Lameroo, Karoonda, Mannum, Murray Bridge, Tailem Bend, Meningie, Tintinara and Coonalpyn. View this video for more information about working for RMCLHN.
The RMCLHN promotes flexible ways of working to enable employees to better balance work, personal life, and family commitments.
We are an inclusive workplace that supports diversity to ensure there is a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work.
If you're employed full-time, part-time or on a casual basis you could be eligible to pay for a range of expenses with your pre-tax salary, including groceries, utility bills and some work-related expenses including self-education. In addition to the annual salary package, we also offer employer superannuation contributions and leave loading. For information about Relocation Support working for SA Health can be found here
Being part of Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network means you will be supported both personally and professionally and can take advantage of education and training opportunities to support you in your role.
Important Information
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.
Check(s)
DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A
SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 861810.
Enquiries
Jemma WesthoffSenior Manager Occupational TherapyPhone: 8535 6800E-mail: jemma.westhoff@sa.gov.au
Application Closing Date
8 April 2024 - 11.55PM
Attachments
861810 Allied Health Assistant Job Pack.pdf
Australian applicant guidelines
International applicant guidelines