About Northern Health:
As an organisation we have a clear focus on how we service and partner with our community, including our strategy of helping the community stay well when at home. Our reputation of community minded, inclusive and progressive is matched to none.
Northern Health is located in the rapidly growing northern suburbs with projected growth the biggest in the state. With a booming, culturally rich and diverse community, and less than an hour’s drive from the CBD (still within the bounds of Myki and ride-sharing), Melbourne’s North is fast
Northern Health are seeking applications from motivated and suitably experienced Allied Health Assistant –Grade 3 to join the Physiotherapy team.
- Relevant qualifications (Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent).
- Clinical experience working in a community setting with older population
- Experience working autonomously under the direction of a Physiotherapist
- Demonstrates a client centred focus in the provision of care
- Demonstrated teamwork and appreciation of multidisciplinary practice
- Understanding of the roles and contributions of different disciplines to patient care and discharge planning
- Demonstrated ability to work independently within Allied Heath Assistant scope of practice and seek advice/support when required.
- Demonstrated negotiation and effective interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills
- Possesses self-management skills with an ability to meet timelines and prioritise competing demands
Why work at the Northern Health?
NH offer a range of benefits which support and reward staff both personally and professionally.
Our staff benefits include award winning facilities and campus partnerships, Professional development and events, an award winning Health and wellbeing program and financial benefits.
- Health and Wellbeing programs, including our new ‘Thrive’ program
- Flexibility in the workplace and extra leave options and support
- An inclusive and culturally safe space
- Access to salary packaging, EAP, our online library and onsite car parking
Work with us! Northern Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds are encouraged.