Physiotherapist - Home Care

Job Description

Apply now Job no: 496661 Work type: Full time Location: Perth CBD, Inner & Western Suburbs Categories: Physiotherapist Why Choose Amana Living? Amana Living is one of the largest Aged Care providers in Western Australia and has been responding to the needs of older people and those who care for them since 1962. We offer a broad range of services, including residential care homes, transition care programs, retirement living villages, home care, day care, respite, and dementia specific services. Together, we enable older people to maintain their individuality, providing what is needed to support a fulfilling life. Our vision is a community where every older person is honoured and valued. Our mission is together, we enable older people to maintain their individuality, providing what is needed to support a fulfilling life. Our values are compassion, collaboration, curiosity, inclusion and trust. Amana Living is proud to lead in reforms that benefit our workforce, caring for those who care for a career. Competitive rates Salary packaging benefits up to $18,550 Continued superannuation contribution for employees who are on paid or unpaid parental leave Health and wellbeing programs and more! Ongoing training and development to keep your skills growing! Access to our Employee Assistance Program At Amana Living, we value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those who identify as living with disability, are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, or members of the LGBTIQA+ community. Join us in making a difference! THE ROLE The role of the Physiotherapist within Amana Living includes a range of physiotherapy assessments, restorative and reablement interventions, and equipment prescription for seniors in their homes as well as group activities within the community. This role will be working 8:30am - 4:40pm, Monday to Friday, driving to clients’ homes throughout the day within the Perth Metro area. This position includes a Company Car and a flexible workplace, with the ability to work from home. Key responsibilities Conduct comprehensive assessments that identify the client’s functional capacity, strengths, and lifestyle goals Provide recommendations for client care based on assessment outcomes and prepare reports Provide individualized therapy services, including mobility equipment prescription, enabling older people to maintain functional capacity, prevent deterioration, maximize quality of life, and re-engage with community activities Regularly review and evaluate client therapy plans to ensure identified goals are achieved and quality of life and healthy ageing are promoted Ensure all documentation is timely, accurate, maintained, and actioned in accordance with the Amana Living Clinical Governance Framework, organisational policies, procedures, and confidentiality agreement Provide general advice and recommendations relating to equipment Attend and actively participate in family and staff meetings and mandatory training sessions ABOUT YOU The successful candidate will contribute to the development of holistic, individualized, client-focused care plans in partnership with the client and their carer/advocate and Amana Living team. Experience in community-based assessment and rehabilitation including equipment prescription Demonstrated excellence in specialist assessment and the delivery of evidence-based physiotherapy interventions Evidence of COVID-19 and Current 2024 Flu vaccinations per Amana Living policies Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance (within 6-months validity) Successful completion of pre-employment form and reference checks 3+ years’ post-qualification experience within Aged Care or Home Care Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) degree Current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) Current and valid motor vehicle Class C driver’s licence How to apply If you are interested in this role and meet the essential criteria, please click the "apply now" button. Amana Living reserves the right to close this position prior to the closing date. Shortlisting and interviews will commence immediately. Advertised: 29 Aug 2024 W. Australia Standard TimeApplications close: Open until filled Position Description #J-18808-Ljbffr