Are you passionate about optimising the health, well-being, and quality of life for the elderly? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physiotherapist Assistant to join our Care Services team!
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About the Role
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Position Title: Physiotherapist Assistant
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Reporting To: Physiotherapist Lead
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Employment Type: Full-Time, Monday to Friday AM shifts.
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As a Physiotherapist Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing safe, evidence-based, person-centered care consistent with the ABH's Mission and Values.
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What we offer:
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- The opportunity to make a real difference to people's lives
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- Not for profit salary packaging and other advantages
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- Generous leave entitlements including parental leave, leave loading, an additional public holiday and birthday leave.
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- Training and education and on-going skills development, and annual performance and development plans
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- Supportive team environment
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- Reward and recognition program
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- Employee assistance program including 24/7 professional and confidential counselling service for staff to help cope with challenging situations.
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Key Responsibilities Include:
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- Assisting in the safe and effective implementation of individual and group exercise programs developed by the physiotherapist to maintain residents' independence and functional mobility.
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- Obtaining resident feedback,
monitoring progress, and keeping the Physiotherapist informed to update care plans.
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- Implementing pain management programs in a safe and effective manner as directed by the Physiotherapist.
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- Interacting with residents in a kind, caring, and respectful way, ensuring they are treated with dignity and supported to maintain their identity and independence.
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- Complying with the Aged Care Act 2024 and the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards (2025).
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What We're Looking For
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Knowledge, Skills & Experience
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- Understanding of the needs of the elderly.
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- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
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- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
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- Understanding and ability to apply safe work practices and the Aged Care Quality Standards.
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- Basic computer literacy and good verbal/written English communication skills.
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- Experience in a similar role assisting the elderly or disabled.
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- Dementia-specific knowledge or training.
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Qualifications, Licenses & Registrations
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- Relevant Certificate IV or higher in Allied Health Assistance, Massage or equivalent.
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- First Aid Certificate.
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- National Police Check and evidence of legal entitlement to work in Australia.
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We are looking for someone who demonstrates our core values in all actions and interactions:
📌 Physiotherapist Assistant (New South Wales)
🏢 Ashfield Baptist Homes
📍 New South Wales
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