Are you an Allied Health Assistant or have experience within the allied health services sector? You could be exactly what our enthusiastic team are looking for!
The Allied Health Assistant works as a member of the Allied Health Team providing acute and subacute care to inpatients of the Biloela Hospital and outreach Multipurpose Health Service as well as outpatient and community patients. Care is provided through the provision of clinical support tasks.
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About us:
Biloela Hospital provides a range of hospital and visiting specialist services to the Biloela and Banana region. Our vision, outlined in our Destination 2030: Great Care for Central Queenslanders strategy, indicates that Biloela Hospital will be the Banana hub for emergency, maternity, diagnostic and a range of surgical services. We invest in Telehealth technology to provide local access to services wherever possible.
The Gladstone and Banana Allied Health Clinical Network consists of six on site Health Practitioner professions: Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Physiotherapy, Nutrition and Dietetics, Psychology and Social Work. In addition to the generalist services provided, the Allied Health professions provide two targeted service areas, namely developmental paediatrics and cancer care. Senior Allied Health clinicians have regular contact with senior staff within the hospital and across Central Queensland (CQ) Health. Regular communication occurs with the professional seniors and the Allied Health Team Leader - Banana.
About the role:
The Allied Health Assistant works as a member of the Banana Allied Health Team, providing acute and subacute care to inpatients of the Biloela Hospital and outreach Multipurpose Health Service (MPHS) facilities, as well as outpatient and community patients. Care is supported through the provision of clinical support tasks under the direction and supervision of an Allied Health Professional.
About you:
The ideal applicant will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
- Ability to work autonomously with indirect supervision as an effective team member while showing initiative, enthusiasm and commitment.
- High level of verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Work effectively in a multidisciplinary team while building and maintaining appropriate work relationships with clients, colleagues and stakeholders.
What we offer:
Salary information:
Total remuneration value of up to $12,589 p.a. is comprised of:
- A hourly rate between $33.52 - $35.24 p.h.
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% leave loading
Other benefits include:
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Education Opportunities – Study and Research
- Work-Life Balance, Variety and Flexibility
- Generous Salary Sacrificing
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Fitness Passport
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply:
To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:
- Your current CV or resume, including referees.
- A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
- Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.
For assistance, contact Recruitment Services @ CQ Health and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) BA4E562556
Applications close: Sunday, 19 May 2024
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
This position will be filled in accordance with the Health Practitioner and Dental Officers (QUEENSLAND HEALTH) CERTIFIED AGREEMENT (No. 3) 2019.
Documents
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