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Perform general administrative and domestic duties to aid the smooth running of the
Allied Health Department.
Participate in the intake of community clients by performing initial screening and
referral.
Specific
1. Assist the Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, and Speech Pathologist
to perform assessments of new clients.
2. Prepare any equipment or tools required for assessments to be carried out by
the Allied Health Professionals, and be responsible for returning these to the
appropriate place.
3. Under the guidance and direction of the Allied Health Professional, assist the
client to carry out the prescribed therapy program in a manner which ensures
patient comfort and dignity, safeguards his/her privacy, and is aimed at the
achievement of the best possible outcome for that client.
4. Assist in conducting classes for client groups in accordance with the program
prescribed by the Allied Health Professional, with or without the direct
supervision of the relevant staff member.
5. Provide a link for clients between the various disciplines of therapy and
ensure continuity of care. Act as liaison between multiple providers, client,
and family members.
6. Establish and maintain a professional relationship with each patient that will
contribute to free, friendly, and understanding communication and assist to
maximise the effectiveness of therapy.
7. Perform general administrative duties for the Allied Health Professionals -
answer the telephone, take messages, obtain patient records and refile them
on a daily basis, and make appointments as required.
8. Be responsible for ensuring that the therapy areas and equipment are well
kept and clean, and that linen is changed on a regular basis.
9. Be aware of the importance of confidentiality and strive to uphold this
principle at all times.
10. Initiate and participate in discussion regarding patient care between nursing
staff, medical staff, Allied Health staff, and other members of the health care
team.
11. Be aware of the role of other health professionals and know the limitations of
your own role.
12. Establish work priorities and complete these duties within normal work hours.
13. Manage general administrative tasks associated with certain departmental
programs including Cardiac Rehabilitation and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
planning and organisation, and Prime Movers coordination.
14. Participate in health promotion initiatives of the Health Service and Allied
Health Department.
15. Participate in the client intake process for Community Services.
16. Participate in Quality Improvement activities such as audits and surveys as
required.
Position Description – Allied Health Assistant 08/11/11
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