Clinical Support - Aged Care Assessments

APM Assessment Services; St George; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Queensland is seeking a passionate Clinical Support professional to enhance the quality of life for older Australians. You will provide clinical advice, assess client eligibility, and make delegate decisions under the Aged Care Act. The ideal candidate holds a relevant tertiary qualification, has a minimum of 1 year experience in aged care assessments, and possesses excellent communication skills. Flexible working arrangements and additional benefits are offered.

Benefits

Ability to purchase additional leave

Flexible working arrangements

Discounted gym and health insurance

Novated car leasing

Commitment support for personal development

Discounts at retail outlets

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted General Registration with AHPRA or relevant professional association.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in Aged Care Needs Assessments.
• Ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Providing clinical advice to clients.
• Determining client eligibility for Aged Care Needs Assessments.
• Making delegate decisions as per the Aged Care Act.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Proactive problem-solving

Customer service experience

High computer literacy

Team orientated

Education

Tertiary education in a health-related discipline

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

client management systems

Job description

Clinical Support – Aged Care Assessments

Are you committed to ‘Enabling Better Lives’? We are looking for passionate individuals to join our Clinical Support team.

About the role

As part of the Clinical Support team, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for older Australians by :

• Providing clinical advice
• Determining the eligibility of a client for an Aged Care Needs Assessment
• Undertaking reviews of clients’ needs
• Making delegate decisions as per the new Aged Care Act.

What will make you successful

• Commitment to ensure that older adults are treated with dignity and respect and an awareness of the impacts of ageism.
• Commitment to APM Values : Integrity, Customer Focus, Respect, Empathy, Achievement, Teamwork and Enthusiasm.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proactive problem-solving and self-motivation.
• Experience in exemplary customer service.
• High computer literacy and ability to navigate online systems.
• Team orientated with a focus on efficient service delivery

Requirements

• Tertiary education in a health-related discipline. E.g. registered nurses, medical officers, occupational therapists, physiotherapists and social workers.
• Current unrestricted General Registration with AHPRA or relevant professional association.
• Minimum of 1 years’ experience in Aged Care Needs Assessments.
• Experience in determining client’s needs and / or service delivery in a community or health-related position.
• Intermediate skills in Word, Excel, Outlook and client management systems
• Current Australian driver’s licence, a comprehensively insured vehicle and ability to travel as required.

What’s in it for you

• Ability to purchase additional leave
• Flexible working arrangements and variety
• Discounted gym and health insurance
• Novated car leasing
• Commitment support to your individualised personal development
• Plus, discounts at hundreds of retail outlets

Ready to join?

Click APPLY now to submit your resume outlining your suitability for the role.

At APM we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures including indigenous peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people with a disability.