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Physiotherapist, Albion Park, close to Wollongong
(Ref: PH34900)
- Profession: Physiotherapy
- Job Type: Permanent
- Grade: N/A
- Job Location: Wollongong
- Salary: $28 - $40 + Super per hour
- Start Date: ASAP
- End Date: TBC
Job Description
A dedicated Health Service who specialises within Aged Care require a registered Physiotherapist on a full-time basis for an aged care facility in Albion Park, close to Wollongong to start between the 23rd - 30th August.
New grads are welcome to apply for this role!
This is an autonomous position working as a Physiotherapist within a multidisciplinary environment. We are looking to recruit Physiotherapists who are strong communicators, flexible, multi-skilled and are able to work with a diverse range of individuals and groups.
Purpose of role:
To provide client centered Physiotherapy services that meet the Aged Care requirements. The Primary aims of this role are to reduce pain, maximise mobility and independence of the client to perform the activities of daily living.
Duties will include:
Implementing & Managing Pain Management clinics.
Working co-operatively with Exercise Physiologists and Physio Aids at the facility, and supervise any students on placement.
Providing comprehensive physiotherapy assessments and care plans to aged care residents.
Assisting in organising and running relevant group activities and promoting other Clinicall services to the facility.
Maintaining Physiotherapy supplies, documentation and equipment
Participating in conference calls as required.
Maintenance of client record keeping.
Participating in Professional Development
Other ad hoc duties as required
You must have:
Full Australian Physiotherapy registration
Eligibility for membership of the APA
An approved Physiotherapy qualification
The ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Strong communication skills
Excellent time management skills
The ability to administer own clinical work practice
Desirable:
Current full drivers License
A full police clearance conducted within the last year
Demonstrated experience in aged care facilities
This role is working for a large national organisation, with on-going training, development and support.
The role will be paid on an hourly rate between $29 - $40 per hour, depending on experience, for the first 6 months, before becoming permanent role if you so choose. This is a very flexible position and can be short-term, long-term or permanent.
If you have any further questions please contact Natalie on 02 9411 7440
Call on +61 (0) 2 9411 7440 for more information
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