Allied Health Assistant
Core
Provide hands-on support to patients in the Emergency Department and community settings to maximize functional outcomes and achieve timely discharge under the guidance of allied health professionals.
Role type
Allied Health Assistant (clinical support)
Builds
Patient care interventions and discharge planning
Domain
Healthcare / Emergency Medicine / Rehabilitation
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
therapeutic skills, patient monitoring, equipment preparation, patient transfer support, accurate documentation, quality improvement contribution
Preferred skills
adaptability, clear communication, priority management
Technologies
therapy equipment and aids
Responsibilities
Support patients in the Emergency Department and community to maximise functional outcomes; Monitor patient progress and report changes to clinicians; Prepare and adjust therapy equipment and aids; Support patient transfers, transport and personal care needs; Record interventions and patient outcomes accurately; Contribute to quality improvement and research activities
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on support