Calvary Health Care Kogarah

Physiotherapy (Allied Health) Assistant - DRU

• Make a difference at one of Australia’s leading health care providers
• Permanent Full-Time position
• Generous salary packaging benefits, ongoing professional development and supportive team environment

Assist a registered physiotherapist in the implementation of therapeutic interventions to clients admitted to the Rehabilitation and Aged Services at Calvary Health Care, Kogarah (CHCK). This includes the implementation of exercise programs and/ or hydrotherapy programs and is also involved in the personal care and supervision of clients attending physiotherapy services. This position is rotational and the incumbent will rotate between the Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit, Day Rehabilitation Unit / Hydrotherapy Pool and the Transitional Aged Care Program. When working in Inpatients the incumbent will be expected to work a regular Saturday shift, and other times while Saturdays may not be regular they may be requested to fill a Saturday shift to cover leave.

At any stage the incumbent of this position may also be requested to work in other physiotherapy units or a Saturday shift within the CHCK Physiotherapy Department.

About Calvary

We are a leading provider of quality, integrated care that puts our patients, residents and clients at the centre of everything we do. Calvary offers flexible careers in clinical, allied health, hospitality, ICT and health administration, mission, leadership, management and more. Founded in Australia in 1885, we’re one of the largest providers of health, aged and community care with over 18,000 staff and volunteers, 14 Public and Private Hospitals, 72 Residential Care and Retirement Communities and 19 Community Care Centres.

As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and are committed to fostering a workplace that is respectful, welcoming and inclusive where people are supported to draw strengths from their identity, culture and community. We value the integral dignity of each person and we encourage applications from First Nations peoples, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ people, people who have come to Australia as migrants or refugees and veterans.

Why work for Calvary?

Joining us is your opportunity to learn with purpose and drive positive impact to our community in a stimulating work environment. We offer paid parental leave, salary packaging, career progression, flexible working hours and training and skills development. Calvary is also proud to be recognised as a leader in gender equality.  Further details are available here: https://www.calvarycare.org.au/careers/benefits/

If you are looking for a rewarding career in an organisation that supports the community, apply now!

Please note the following:

• Only applicants with a valid right to work in Australia will be considered.
• As part of the application process, you may be required to participate in a health evaluation, which could include face to face assessment and drug and alcohol testing, to ensure your suitability for the role.
• Calvary has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirement for all workers. You will also be required to provide evidence of other immunisation as required for your role.
• Please note we are unable to accept emailed applications or resumes and phone calls from recruitment agencies.
• As part of this recruitment activity, an eligibility list will be created for future vacancies. In addition, should you wish to be considered for our casual pool, please advise the convenor during your interview process
• Contact: Lynelle Bartram on 9553 43070 or Lynelle.Bartram@health.nsw.gov.au