Physio Aide

2 weeks ago

Belconnen, ACT, Australia IRT Full time
Physio Aide

Physiotherapy Aide

Classification:

Part Time

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Location:

IRT Kangara Waters, ACT
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Applications Close:
10 December 2023
IRT Kangara Waters, Belconnen ACT
***is looking for a
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Physiotherapy Aide who is passionate about enhancing the physical mobility and quality of life of our clients by following individual routines, reporting change and supporting the provision of physiotherapy. Reporting to the Care Manager you will deliver physiotherapy programs to meet the diverse physical needs of our residents.
We are looking at someone who can work
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Full time basis, Monday to Friday.

Your Responsibilities:

  • Implement physiotherapy programs within a group settings or on a onetoone basis as directed by a physiotherapist
  • Assist and motivate in the facilitation of maintaining resident independence
  • Daily preparation of treatment areas, setting up equipment and completing the associated documentation
  • Assisting in the development and review of resident care plans

To be successful you will have:

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Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (specialising in Physiotherapy) or equivalent
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  • A Certificate IV in Leisure & Heath or another relevant qualification,
  • Previous experience in the design and development of Physio programs (desirable)
  • Previous experience or knowledge of transfers and mobility, pain management, equipment use, and biomechanics
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritise your own work to meet the daily requirements of the Physio Aide
  • Effective problem solving skills with the ability to generate new ideas and solutions

Benefits for you:

  • Competitive pay and more cash in your pocket (less tax) with notforprofit salary packaging
  • Professional and career development opportunities
  • Access to free accredited training courses via our very own registered training organisation, IRT Academy
  • Multiple career pathways
  • Flexible working conditions
  • Birthday leave relax and take a day off on us
  • Discounted gym memberships
  • Free counselling via Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and staff wellness programs
  • Uniform provided

About IRT

  • At IRT, we have been caring for older Australians for over 50 years, providing aged care, home care and retirement living solutions to more than 9000 customers in NSW, the ACT and Queensland.
We are proud of our culture and employ people across a diverse range of occupations, backgrounds and skills, who are passionate and committed to creating a better world for all older Australians

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