Allied Health Assistant

Gd 3 AHA | 24 hours a week | Working with Occupational Therapists at the Peter James Centre Gd 2 AHA | part time hours | Working with Occupational Therapists at Box Hill Hospital or the Angliss Hospital Expand your clinical expertise through a diverse caseload & professional development Eastern Health Eastern Health is one of Melbourne's largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community. Our Employee Value Proposition is "Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts". This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future. About the role Eastern Health has 3 AHA roles available working with the Occupational Therapy team at the Peter James Centre, Box Hill Hospital or the Angliss Hospital. In these roles, you will provide safe, evidence-based, and person-centred care under the direct, indirect, or remote supervision of an Allied Health Professional (AHP). You will also deliver both clinical and non-clinical support to the Occupational Therapy team. You will experience a supportive environment that ensures structured supervision, professional development opportunities and quality activities and will be working with a varied and rewarding patient group. About you To be successful in this role you will possess: Completion of Certificate IV (Allied Health Assistant) from a registered training organisation, or recognised equivalent inclusive of relevant discipline modules aligned to advertised role. Demonstration of a human rights based approach to all aspects of work An understanding of confidentiality and professional boundaries Excellent communication and organisational skills An understanding of the delivery of safe and effective care An ability to recognise, understand and report risk with sound judgement Knowledge of the Allied Health Assistant role, scope of practice and Department of Health Supervision and Delegation framework An ability to work effectively with the broader AHA workforce, Allied Health Professionals and the relevant healthcare team through demonstrated capabilities of effective teamwork, empathy, respect and professional engagement Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment. What we offer Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here Mentor and Shadowing program Access to discovery days across our 50 sites Study and professional development leave Friendly & supportive teams Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Fitness Passport for work-life balance Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme Access to Private Health Insurance offers Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training Cafes at all of our Hospitals Next Steps Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia. We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates. If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check. Good to know: We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability - within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team. We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees. As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture. Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. Advertising may end before the closing date. We do not accept recruitment agency application If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles. Please clikc here for grade 2 PD and grade 3 PD Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on 7*** (Option 1) Click Here for the Candidate Guide also for help in our recruitment process Our Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day #J-18808-Ljbffr