Physiotherapist
Core
Assessing neurological/musculoskeletal function and creating and implementing treatment plans for individuals in community and residential aged care settings.
Role type
Allied Health Physiotherapist (Community & Residential Aged Care)
Builds
Rehabilitation programs and treatment plans for aged care consumers
Domain
Healthcare, Aged Care, Community Health
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Neurological assessment, musculoskeletal assessment, treatment plan development, mobility aid prescription, home modification advice, manual handling training, rehabilitation program implementation
Preferred skills
Experience in Aged Care
Technologies
Exercise equipment, mobility aids, adaptive aids
Responsibilities
Assessing neurological/musculoskeletal function, creating and implementing systematic treatment plans, communicating needs with clients and families, prescribing mobility aids and home modifications, collaborating within an Allied health team, reviewing and adjusting treatment plans, re-assessing consumers in nursing homes, providing manual handling training to staff
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level (New grads encouraged)