Acute Allied Health Assistant Grade 3 - Occupational Therapy

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Permanent Part Time Position - 0.2EFT (2 days per f/n)
• Grade 3 Allied Health Assistant - Classification (IN30)
• Located at the Alfred in the Hand Therapy Team
• Be part of a supportive team with a strong focus on supervision and learning and development
• Great staff benefits! 5 Weeks Annual Leave & Salary Packaging

About the Team

Alfred Health - Occupational Therapy Services operates across The Alfred, Caulfield and Sandringham Hospitals, with clinical services aligned to Alfred Health's strategic goals and operational performance targets. 

The benefits of working within the Occupational Therapy department at Alfred Health include: 

• The opportunity to work in a supportive team with diverse clinical expertise and knowledge. 
• Access to regularly scheduled professional development opportunities and cross-campus education, supported by a strong clinical supervision framework. 
• A commitment to developing your clinical and non-clinical skills with a focus on promoting personal development. 
• Providing an opportunity to participate in service development, and Research and Quality Improvement initiatives. 
• A focus on work-life balance and employee well-being with access to formal employee support programs. 

About the Role

An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and dynamic Allied Health Assistance (AHA) to join the Occupational Therapy team in a permanent capacity. The AHA in this role will work closely with The Alfred Hand Therapy stream to provide a flexible and responsive service that meets each client’s identified therapeutic goals. The successful applicant will be responsible for the implementation of individual therapy programs, as delegated by the treating Occupational Therapist. This role includes executing suitable therapeutic activities and plans to progress client independence within defined goals, as well as, be responsible for administrative and clinical support functions, which assist with patient management and contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the Occupational Therapy Service.  

Skills & Experience

• Completion of Certificate IV (Allied Health Assistance) from a registered training organisation, OR
• Recognised equivalent qualification (as determined by the line manager):
  • Higher qualification in a relevant health science discipline at Diploma or Associate Diploma level
  • Certificate level qualification in a relevant health-related field
  • Overseas-trained Allied Health practitioner with a qualification at Diploma level or higher
  • Allied Health undergraduate student (in a relevant health science discipline) having successfully completed one year of study at minimum
• Previous employment in an AHA Grade 2 or AHA Grade 3 role (3-5 years’ clinical experience)
• Previous experience working within an acute hospital setting and/or rehabilitation

Benefits

• Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Maxxia.
• Flexible Heath Insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance.
• On-site car & bike parking opportunities, Deducted Pre-Tax!!
• Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport Health and Fitness.
• Child Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services.

If applicable, specify specific requirements that you require in the cover letter or CV.

Any queries please contact Anna Kennedy, Deputy Occupational Therapy Manager, on 0408 484 099.

Applications closing 11pm AEST, Sunday 6th October 2024.

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au