Casual Allied Health Assistant

Your role at St John of God Bunbury

St John of God Bunbury Hospital is only two hours drive from the Perth CBD located in the beautiful South West of Western Australia. With 145 beds the hospital is considered one of the finest private hospitals in regional WA surrounded by beautiful lakeside gardens. The facility offers services in cardiac care interventional cardiology cancer treatment renal dialysis elective surgery general medicine and palliative care.

We are large enough to provide a broad range of specialties yet small enough to foster strong connections and meaningful team relationships. This enables our caregivers to deliver compassionate patientcentred care every day.

We are seeking committed Casual Allied Health Assistants to join our dedicated and supportive this role you will provide vital clinical and administrative support to physiotherapists occupational therapists and other therapy and nursing staff as required. Our Allied Health team provides a diverse range of inpatient and outpatient services.

The Position

• Provide clinical assistance to the physiotherapists occupational therapists nursing and other health care professionals as required.

• Actively monitor the environment and implement safe work practices to ensure patient and staff safety.

• Participate in staff education programs as required and comply with hospital and department policies and procedures.

• Supervise and assist patients in exercise routines gait activities and daily living activities as directed by the treating allied health care professional.

• Assist with patient treatment as required.

• Assist with patient transfers dressing and showering in hydrotherapy (if applicable).

• Identify client circumstances that need additional input from the Allied Health Professional and communicate this in clinical handover.

• Be aware of contraindications precautions and hazards relating to specific patient management.

• Ensure that infection control procedures are strictly adhered to in all areas.

• Ensure adequate levels of all stock items are maintained.

• Provide administrative support to department staff as requested.

• Provide administrative support to hospital staff as requested by Department Manager.

Candidates will ideally hold a Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance have suitable experience in a similar role or be currently completing tertiary studies in an Allied Health discipline. You will demonstrate the ability to follow instructions policies and procedures while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential along with the ability to engage with patients and colleagues in a sensitive and professional manner. You will also demonstrate a commitment to maintaining confidentiality supported by welldeveloped organisational skills that enable you to manage your workload prioritise tasks and respond effectively to competing demands.

Above all patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.

We can offer you

• Salary: $43.47 to $46.92 per hour (including 25% casual loading) plus 12% superannuation

• Casual positions available

• As a casual employee you can salary package a percentage of your earnings each pay period.

• A welcoming and supportive environment

• A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options additional purchased leave and well-being programs

• Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance

• Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

For enquiries contact Katherine Feddema Manager - Allied Health on (08)

Advert may close before closing date if a suitable candidate is identified

Please note: If suitable candidates are identified shortlisting and interviews may begin before the advertisement closes.

At St John of God Health Care we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse ensuring their safety and well-being.

Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure welcoming and accessible and unified through our diverse community.