Job Description
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An exciting and rewarding chance is available for a suitably qualified candidate to join the Allied Health team at Portland District Health.
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As an Allied Health Assistant, you are responsible for delivering safe and effective personal care and clinical care under the direct and indirect supervision of an Allied Health practitioner, in accordance with the patient's needs, goals and preferences to optimise their health and well-being. The position will work alongside Allied Health Team in acute, sub-acute and outpatient community programs. You contribute to the effective and efficient operations of the allied health team by performing a wide range of clinical support and administrative duties to support the work of the Allied Health Practitioner.
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About you:
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Certificate IV Allied Health Assistant from an Australian registered training organisation
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Hospital experience is essential
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Specialisation in an allied health clinical practice area
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Sound knowledge, skills and experience in the delivery of duties to support allied health practitioners
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Excellent communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills
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Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
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About us:
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Portland District Health (PDH) provides an integrated health service for the community. The hospital was established in **** on the current site and now provides a comprehensive range of services that include:
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Hospital based Medical and Surgical services, Medical Imaging (Radiology), Pharmacy and Pathology
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A 24/7 Urgent Care Centre for emergency treatment
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Residential aged care for 30 residents at Harbourside Lodge
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An extensive range of primary and community services for the local community
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PDH delivers services from a single campus, employs around 470 staff with an FTE of approximately 290, and has an active volunteer workforce. The People and Culture Unit sits within the Corporate Services Directorate, with other Units including Finance, Building Services, Food Services, Environmental Services, Executive Support, Administration and Health Information.
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Additional Benefits:
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Salary Packaging
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Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
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Social Club
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Free parking
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Portland Leisure & Aquatic Centre corporate rates
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Flexible working conditions
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Employee Assistance program
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Relocation assistance available – conditions apply
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The Region – Glenelg Shire:
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Appreciate the beautiful surroundings of the Glenelg Shire, trek the Great South West Walk, Bridgewater Bay's rugged coastline, or explore Budj Bim (a World Heritage site) and Mount Richmond National Park.
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Affordable coastal, rural and low density urban housing, a choice or private and public primary and secondary school makes Portland an ideal place to work, live and raise a family. To find out more about Portland visit the Glenelg Shire and I Am Portland websites.
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The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:
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Police Record Check
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Current Victorian Working with Children's' check
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Current Immunisation status. This role must be meet the requirements of the Portland District Health Immunisation Policy.
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Proposed interviews will take place on receipt of suitable applications.
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Portland District Health encourage and welcome applications from First Nation People, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature age people.
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📌 Allied Health Assistant - Casual Bank (Victoria)
🏢 Portland District Health
📍 Victoria