Allied Health Assistant – Innovative RAC Therapy & Mobility

Plena Healthcare; Gerringong; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Work life balance, flexible working

1:1 Mentoring Program

Shine Awards

Shine Days

Health Kick - $150 annual 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, delivering high-quality clinical services and handling admin duties for smooth therapy operations.

You will assist in mobility and functional programs, care plan reviews, group sessions, and one-to-one interventions, focusing on resident goals and evidence-based practice.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting physiotherapists/occupational therapists in RAC settings.
• Ability to support therapy programs and care plans under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering physiotherapy services under operating procedures and policies.
• Service RAC clients according to Allied Health treatment plans.
• Transport residents to/from therapy gym and appointments as directed.
• Set up and pack away the physiotherapy gym and clean area/equipment.
• Collect referrals and perform administrative tasks as guided by physiotherapists.
• Order prescribed equipment as needed.
• Run exercise groups and individual programs.
• Support initiatives to meet client/contract expectations.
• Consult with the physiotherapist/occupational therapist on plan adaptations and progressions.
• Participate in mentoring, supervision and appraisals per policy.

Job description

Plena Healthcare is seeking an Allied Health Assistant to support Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists in Residential Aged Care settings, delivering high-quality clinical services and handling admin duties for smooth therapy operations.

You will assist in mobility and functional programs, care plan reviews, group sessions, and one-to-one interventions, focusing on resident goals and evidence-based practice.