Allied Health Assistant — Flexible RAC Therapy & Mentoring

Plena Healthcare; Gerringong; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Work life balance

1:1 Mentoring Program

Shine Awards

Shine Days

Health Kick – fitness budget

Treasure Chest Fund

Job summary

Plena Healthcare is seeking an Allied Health Assistant to support physiotherapists and occupational therapists in Residential Aged Care settings. The role combines clinical and administrative duties, including assisting with therapy delivery, transporting residents, managing gym setup, and handling referrals.

You will contribute to innovative service delivery through our Plena Care Pathway, participate in group exercise programs, and support adherence to treatment plans and policies.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting physiotherapists/occupational therapists.
• Comfort working in Residential Aged Care settings.
• Strong administrative and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist to deliver physiotherapy services per Plena Healthcare procedures.
• Service RAC clients according to the Allied Health Professionals plan.
• Transport residents to/from therapy gym or appointments as directed.
• Set up and pack away the physiotherapy gym and clean area/equipment.
• Handle referrals and other admin tasks as guided by therapists.
• Order prescribed equipment and run exercise groups/programs.
• Support initiatives to meet client/contract expectations.
• Collaborate with therapists on treatment plan adaptations and progressions.
• Participate in mentoring, supervision and appraisals per policy.

Skills

Clinical support

Administrative support

Transport coordination

Group exercise delivery

Job description

Plena Healthcare is seeking an Allied Health Assistant to support physiotherapists and occupational therapists in Residential Aged Care settings. The role combines clinical and administrative duties, including assisting with therapy delivery, transporting residents, managing gym setup, and handling referrals.

You will contribute to innovative service delivery through our Plena Care Pathway, participate in group exercise programs, and support adherence to treatment plans and policies.