About Curtin Heritage LivingCurtin Heritage Living is a not-for-profit, community-based organisation that has been providing a range of services to older members of the western suburbs for over 40 years. We are currently undergoing significant expansion, including the redevelopment of our iconic site on the beach in Cottesloe.About the roleWe are looking for a passionate Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist to join our Wellness Centre team on a permanent part time basis.What you will be doingProvide holistic treatment to our aged care residents for the management of acute of chronic painUndertake therapy assessments, treatment plans and treatments in partnership with residents and representatives, and in line with resident needs, professional guidelines and organisational process Liaise with medical, nursing, care, other allied health, service providers and equipment providers to ensure holistic, comprehensive delivery of care Document and report care interventions, observations, changes in needs and resident feedback in an accurate, objective and efficient mannerEnsure a clean, pleasant and welcoming physical environmentContribute to auditing, review and service development processesProvide advice and education to staff to ensure appropriate careEnsure compliance with all laws, legislation, regulatory frameworks, quality standards, policy, processes and work instructionsProvide leadership to the Wellness Centre therapy team, including performance reviews, supporting team members and providing educationWho we are looking forEssential: Registered as an Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist with the Australian Health Practitioners Registration Agency (AHPRA)Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy (or equivalent)Ability to work in a team environmentDemonstrated capacity to take a leadership roleReliable and positive work ethicNational Police Clearance (current to within three-years)Australian working rightsBasic computer skillsWell developed verbal, written and interpersonal communication skillsDesirable: Experience working in aged care, community services or disability services Experience working in a client focused culture that values continuous improvementExcellent organisational skills and the ability to adapt work priorities and meet deadlinesDemonstrated understanding of accreditation standards and funding rulesBenefits and perksSalary packaging, up to $15,700 tax freeDiscounted private health care ratesFree uniform

Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist - Wellness Centre

  • Onsite parking and close to public transport
  • Beautiful beach side location
  • Salary packaging and discounted private health benefits

About Curtin Heritage Living

Curtin Heritage Living is a not-for-profit, community-based organisation that has been providing a range of services to older members of the western suburbs for over 40 years. We are currently undergoing significant expansion, including the redevelopment of our iconic site on the beach in Cottesloe.

About the role

We are looking for a passionate Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist to join our Wellness Centre team on a permanent part time basis.

What you will be doing

  • Provide holistic treatment to our aged care residents for the management of acute of chronic pain
  • Undertake therapy assessments, treatment plans and treatments in partnership with residents and representatives, and in line with resident needs, professional guidelines and organisational process 
  • Liaise with medical, nursing, care, other allied health, service providers and equipment providers to ensure holistic, comprehensive delivery of care 
  • Document and report care interventions, observations, changes in needs and resident feedback in an accurate, objective and efficient manner
  • Ensure a clean, pleasant and welcoming physical environment
  • Contribute to auditing, review and service development processes
  • Provide advice and education to staff to ensure appropriate care
  • Ensure compliance with all laws, legislation, regulatory frameworks, quality standards, policy, processes and work instructions
  • Provide leadership to the Wellness Centre therapy team, including performance reviews, supporting team members and providing education

Who we are looking for

Essential: 

  • Registered as an Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist with the Australian Health Practitioners Registration Agency (AHPRA)
  • Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy (or equivalent)
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Demonstrated capacity to take a leadership role
  • Reliable and positive work ethic
  • National Police Clearance (current to within three-years)
  • Australian working rights
  • Basic computer skills
  • Well developed verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Desirable: 

  • Experience working in aged care, community services or disability services 
  • Experience working in a client focused culture that values continuous improvement
  • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to adapt work priorities and meet deadlines
  • Demonstrated understanding of accreditation standards and funding rules

Benefits and perks

  • Salary packaging, up to $15,700 tax free
  • Discounted private health care rates
  • Free uniform

 

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