AddressAllied Health Assistant - Occupational Therapist - Permanent Part Time - 10 hrs per week/Level 1-3 About Northern Beaches Hospital Operated by Healthscope, Northern Beaches Hospital (NBH) is located in Frenchs Forest, only 13kms north of Sydney CBD. The hospital is a contemporary 488 bed facility comprising of 60% public and 40% private beds. Providing a wide range of health services to the local community, including Surgery, a 50 bed Emergency Department, Intensive Care, Birthing, Paediatrics, Cardiac, Mental Health, Dialysis, Cancer Centre and Outpatients. NBH has 13 operating theatres, one hybrid/cardiac catheter theatre, two Catheter Laboratories and four endoscopy procedure rooms, all supported by a critical care unit which includes two intensive care wards. Northern Beaches Hospital is a dedicated facility for all patients in the local area. It was thoughtfully designed to optimise patient safety and overall experience, and to provide meaningful management and operational efficiencies that benefit everyone. Key to the hospital's success is a highly skilled and expert team of staff who are supported by a comprehensive range of professional development opportunities. About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Allied Health Assistant - Occupational Therapy (AHA-OT). As an AHA-OT you will provide high quality services and make an impact by assisting the Occupational Therapy team in clinical, operational and administrative tasks. The position will work under the direction of the Occupational Therapists and assist with day-to-day activity in all aspects of care. Apply to work with a team that will respect and value your contribution when providing exceptional service delivery. Selection Criteria:
Certificate III/IV in Allied Health Assistance (Occupational Therapy or its equivalent)
Experience working in a hospital or healthcare setting, aged care or community setting
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team
Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Proven time management and organisational skills
Advanced computer literacy skills including Microsoft applications
High standards of customer service and team approach
Additional Criteria:
Knowledge of Occupational Therapy role
Experience of assistance with Activities of Daily Living
Experience with equipment loan pool or maintenance
Employee Benefits: Our OneHealthscope rewards program gives you access to a range of wellness benefits, discounted Healthscope services for you and your family, salary packaging and more as well as discounted onsite parking at Northern Beaches Hospital and access to Fitness Passport!
Wellness benefits including a wide offering of holistic support through our Employee Assistance Program and free services including medical examination of employees and discounted Healthscope services for permanent Healthscope employees and members of their immediate family.
OneHealthscope rewards program with national deals and discounts for travel, health insurance and banking offers.
Variety of leave options
Salary packaging that includes additional superannuation, Novated motor vehicle lease and Airline/Club membership Applications close: 21 July 2024 Further Information: Despina Phieros (Occupational Therapy Manager) ph. 9105 5067, or visit our website @ northernbeacheshospital.com.au Please apply online and include a cover letter addressing the selection criteria as outlined, CV, and 2 current work-related referees. Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide a current (12 months or less) National Police check and a NSW Working with Children's Check, prior to appointment and persons in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity and vaccination certificates to specified infectious diseases prior to commencement.
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