Address- This permanent fulltime contract is with the Transitional Aged Care Program, which is a short term (up to 12 weeks) Commonwealth funded Aged Care service for older people leaving hospital who would usually be eligible for ongoing care in a residential Aged Care facility but who have the potential to improve their physical, cognitive, or emotional function and wish to try and remain in their home.
- Our team covers the Lower Mid North Coast region and is based in Taree as part of Aged Care Services LMNC.
- An opportunity exists to work with a dedicated multi-disciplinary team of TACP staff, ACAT Assessors, Dementia support, Psychogeriatric Service, Podiatrists, ASET Team, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology & Physiotherapy Service, Discharge Planner & AARCS Nurse.
About Taree:
Imagine a charming town nestled by the banks of a picturesque river - that's Taree! It's the buzzing hub of the Manning Valley, perfect for launching adventures into the stunning Barrington Coast. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or a foodie explorer, Taree has got you covered with top-notch accommodation, restaurants, farmer's markets and activities galore. Plus, you're never too far from the awe-inspiring beauty of nature.
About the role:
- The community based Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP) serves to transition Aged Care clients safely from hospital back into the community.
- The TACP Physiotherapist, in conjunction with the multidisciplinary TACP team, will work with clients to achieve their goals and ensure safe discharge from the program.
- The successful applicant would be provided with onsite training to fulfil the role demands and will be supported by a team of Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, and Domestic Support. Support will also be provided by the NUM ACAT & TACP, Aged Care Service Manager, ACAT, Psychogeriatric team, Aged Care Allied Health and administrative staff.
About you:
- The successful applicant will be a personable, dedicated professional who has a strong commitment to providing excellent patient focused care.
- Your outstanding interpersonal and communication skills will be key to working and communicating with older adults in their home, by providing support, therapy and guidance to improve their mobility and achieving their goals in accordance with the TACP Guidelines.
Requirements:
- Physiotherapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA.
Benefits:
- Four weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
- Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees)
- Superannuation contributions 11%
- Salary packaging - Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing.
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Additional information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate (AIR Immunisation History Statement) certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW.
Acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement (IHS), or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate, or AIR COVID-19 and Influenza IHS. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations.
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