Physiotherapist Assistant in Ashfield, Australia

Join Our Team as a Physiotherapist Assistant!

Are you passionate about optimising the health, well-being, and quality of life for the elderly? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physiotherapist Assistant to join our Care Services team!

About the Role

Position Title: Physiotherapist Assistant

Reporting To: Physiotherapist Lead

Employment Type: Full-Time, Monday to Friday AM shifts.

As a Physiotherapist Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing safe, evidence-based, person-centered care consistent with the ABH’s Mission and Values.

What we offer:

• The opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives
• Not for profit salary packaging and other benefits
• Generous leave entitlements including parental leave, leave loading, an additional public holiday and birthday leave.
• Training and education and on-going skills development, and annual performance and development plans
• Supportive team environment
• Reward and recognition program
• Employee assistance program including 24/7 professional and confidential counselling service for staff to help cope with challenging situations.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Assisting in the safe and effective implementation of individual and group exercise programs developed by the physiotherapist to maintain residents’ independence and functional mobility.
• Obtaining resident feedback, monitoring progress, and keeping the Physiotherapist informed to update care plans.
• Implementing pain management programs in a safe and effective manner as directed by the Physiotherapist.
• Interacting with residents in a kind, caring, and respectful way, ensuring they are treated with dignity and supported to maintain their identity and independence.
• Complying with the Aged Care Act 2024 and the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards (2025).

✨What We’re Looking For

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Understanding of the needs of the elderly.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding and ability to apply safe work practices and the Aged Care Quality Standards.
• Basic computer literacy and good verbal/written English communication skills.

Desirable:

• Experience in a similar role assisting the elderly or disabled.
• Dementia-specific knowledge or training.

Qualifications, Licenses & Registrations

Essential:

• Relevant Certificate IV or higher in Allied Health Assistance, Massage or equivalent.
• First Aid Certificate.
• National Police Check and evidence of legal entitlement to work in Australia.

Organisational Values

We are looking for someone who demonstrates our core values in all actions and interactions:

• Excellence

• Respect

• Compassion

• Stewardship

• Integrity

How to Apply

If you are committed to upholding the dignity, safety, and rights of residents and meet the selection criteria, we encourage you to apply here or write to [email protected]

All applications must include an updated CV and a Cover Letter outlining your skills and experience for this opportunity.

Only suitable candidates will be considered and contacted.

If you have any queries, please contact the HR Team.