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Employment Type - Temporary Part TimeHours per fortnight - 38Job Category - Other Professionals - Allied Health AssistantReq Id - 5292Join a dynamic team contributing to the care of Orthopaedics patients at University Hospital GeelongChallenging and rewarding role making functional improvements in patient livesOngoing training and professional development in a supported work environmentPart-time, temporary until May 2026 38 hours per fortnight and may include weekend workAbout The FacilityBarwon Health is the major regional health provider for the Barwon South West region. It is one of Victorias largest regional health services, serving over 500,000 people through the efforts of over 8,000 staff and more than 1200 volunteers. We provide care at all stages or life and circumstance through a wide range of services from emergency and acute to mental health, primary care, community services, aged care, and subacute/rehabilitation.About The RoleAs an Allied Health Assistant (AHA) you will work within the Physiotherapy and broader inter-disciplinary teams to deliver high quality evidence-based therapy to inpatients in our Orthopaedic acute ward.Under the supervision of a treating Physiotherapist you will provide individually tailored exercise programs, facilitate mobility to minimise functional decline and provide early rehabilitation to progress the patient to an optimal discharge destination. You will be provide education about the current evidence for exercise after orthopaedic surgery and it''s benefits, and facilitate engagement in appropriate outpatient education services in our region. You will assist to improve the wellbeing and experience of patients in the acute setting.You will also undertake a range of non-clinical duties to support the provision of Physiotherapy services (eg. administration, gait-aid and equipment collection and cleaning). You may be responsible for AHA student supervision and mentoring of junior AHA staff. You will receive suitable clinical support from our experienced and skilled Physiotherapy team.The successful applicant will have suitable qualifications that meet the selection criteria, as well as employed experience working in a healthcare setting with patients around exercise.About The CultureThe Physiotherapy Department is a high-achieving, supportive and friendly team. We are well-recognised within the organisation for flexibility, teamwork and a can-do attitude to service delivery. Our services are patient centred and are guided by our driving values: Respect, Compassion, Commitment, Accountability and Innovation.Diversity and InclusionWe believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Governments Child Safe Standards.We are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.If you need assistance with your application for this role, please email the Talent Acquisition team at talent.acquisition@barwonhealth.org.au with your preferred contact method and details, and we will get in touch with you. Please note we do not accept resumes via email.Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance.Please note we do not accept resumes via email.This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination.Contact person: Yvonne McNeelEmail: yvonne.mcneel@barwonhealth.org.auPhone: (03) 4215 0826Application closing date: 1st, August 2025Position DescriptionAre you currently a Barwon Health employee? If so, please follow the links below on how to apply.Instructions for Internal Candidates only #J-18808-Ljbffr