Allied Health Assistant – Acute Inpatient

Southern Highlands Private Hospital, Bowral

Permanent Part Time or Casual Roles Available

The Opportunity

The hospital’s Rehabilitation Services provide excellence in multidisciplinary, patient-focused care using a holistic approach.

As the Allied Health Assistant, you will provide both clinical and non-clinical support, including physical patient support, to Specialists such as Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists to ensure all patients receive high quality care.

 Duties will include (but not limited to):

• Conducting group activities/exercise sessions and individual treatments as allocated.
• Preparation of therapy areas, equipment and materials.
• Assisting in patient escorting/transport to and from Gymnasium and therapy areas.
• Assisting in departmental / service administrative tasks and maintaining resources.
• Inspecting and maintaining mobility aids/rehabilitation equipment for safety and function.

Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance will be highly desirable.
• Candidates currently completing an undergraduate allied health university course will be highly regarded
• Experience in patient manual handling 
• Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to communicate with both internal and external clients 
• Have a client first attitude with a desire to assist our patients in obtaining the best possible health outcomes

What’s in it for you?

Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.  

Discounts:  Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental. 

Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.  

Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.

*Please note casual employees may not be eligible for all benefits. 

The Hospital

The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with over 70 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of ‘People Caring for People’ since 1964.

Requirements

• Must provide a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

To Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

For enquiries, please contact Ashleigh Burns via, BurnsAshleigh@ramsayhealth.com.au.

Applications Close: 20/01/2025

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