The Role The role of a Physiotherapist Assistant in aged care is to build strong, positive relationships with our residents and be responsible for providing mobility and exercise programs and perform delegated resident treatment plans, under the direction and supervision of the Physiotherapist and in accordance with the philosophy, objectives and framework of Amana Living. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering Amana Living’s award winning model of care and be committed to making a real difference to residents' quality of life. Work Schedule Part‑time basis at Kinross Care Centre Beach House, 55 hours per fortnight. Schedule Details Week 1 & Week 2 Monday: 09:00-15:00 Tuesday: 09:00-15:00 Wednesday: 09:00-15:00 Thursday: 09:00-15:00 Friday: 09:00-15:00 Please note you will need to commit to all shifts/days to be considered. Key Responsibilities Plan and organise therapeutic activities under the direction and supervision of a Physiotherapist, Manager and or Registered Nurse. Prepare and conduct resident activities correctly and safely. Maintain records, statistics and progress notes as required by the Physiotherapist. Observe residents’ responses to treatment programs, and report findings to Physiotherapist and/or Registered Nurse. Contribute information to resident assessment and personal care evaluation. Assist with mobilising and transferring residents – moving from place to place and position to position. Assist with residents’ personal care needs to the extent necessary to ensure resident safety, comfort and satisfactory completion of planned programs. Essential Criteria Evidence of current flu vaccinations per Amana Living policies. Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance (within 6‑month validity). Successful completion of pre‑employment and reference checks. Satisfactory completion of an Accredited Physiotherapy Assistants Course. NDIS Screen Check (or willingness to obtain at interview stage). Availability to attend a compulsory 2 day induction at our Rivervale Training Institute. Effective communication skills and the ability to develop understanding relationships with residents. Our Benefits Competitive rates. Salary packaging benefits up to $18,550. School holidays childcare assistance. Health and wellbeing programs. Ongoing training and development to keep your skills growing. Access to our Employee Assistance Program. At Amana Living, we value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those who identify as living with disability, are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, or members of the LGBTIQA+ community. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Pta - Kinross Care Centre Beach House
AMANA LIVING
upington, upington
Published 4 days ago
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