Allied Health Assistant - Physiotas

Are you passionate about health and helping people get the most out of life? Physiotas has an amazing opportunity to join their team as an Allied Health Assistant, in their Ulverstone and Devonport clinics. 

Physiotas is a well-established and reputable practice dedicated to providing high-quality services in Tasmania. They pride themselves on their patient-centred approach and commitment to improving the health and well-being of their patients.

Physiotas are seeking a motivated and compassionate Allied Health Assistantto join their team. As an integral member of their practice, you will work closely with their team of physiotherapists and exercise physiologists to deliver exceptional care and support to their patients.

Responsibilities will include:

• Assisting patients with exercise programs (e.g., stretches, resisted exercise with weights, recording weights and repetitions, balance, and walking exercises).
• Assisting the Physiotherapist or Exercise Physiologist in providing exercise classes (e.g., circuit classes and hydrotherapy), assisting with patient care when receiving prescribed exercise programs.
• Ensuring all equipment is kept clean and tidy.
• Documenting all therapy sessions and ensuring case notes are updated accordingly.
• Monitoring patients' concerns, current health state, and progress in the therapy programs and reporting on these to the relevant therapist.

Requirements:

• Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (essential).
• Previous experience in a similar role preferred but not required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to help others.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges and tasks.

Physiotas have been providing healthcare services in their local community for over 25 years and they now have seven clinics across the north of Tasmania. The practice supports local hospitals, workplaces, aged care facilities and private health funds.

Physiotas have a large but supportive team of physiotherapists, exercise physiologists, myotherapists and remedial massage therapists who work together to make sure each staff member achieves their full potential and provides the best possible care for their patients. Physiotas are widely known for their enthusiastic support of ongoing professional development for their staff.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Access to modern facilities and equipment.
• Fulfilling work assisting patients in reaching their health and wellness needs.

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of others and meet the above requirements, we would love to hear from you!

To apply or for a confidential discussion please contact Director, Geoff Haberle on 0408 525 *** or email *****@physiotas.com.au.