Allied Health Assistant at HammondCare

Fargo, North Dakota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Allied Health Assistance, Patient Care, Communication Skills, Organisational Skills, Time Management, Team Collaboration, Equipment Management, Documentation Skills, Manual Handling Principles, Cultural Awareness

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

About the role The permanent full-time role of Allied Health Assistant (Occupational Therapy) is to work within the Mission and Mission in Action of HammondCare to ensure a high standard of service is provided to patients of the Hospital, along with appropriate support and advice to their carers. The Allied Health Assistant will participate as a member of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure a patient-centred, evidence-based, continuous quality improvement work environment that is consistent with the values and ethics of HammondCare. HammondCare is a NSW Health-affiliated organisation, all NSW Health transferrable entitlements will be recognised. Responsibilities Assess and treat clients with a high standard of professional practice, maintaining the ethics and standards of HammondCare under supervision and direction of treating Occupational Therapist Contribute to client care as part of a multidisciplinary team and maintain good communication with medical, nursing, allied health and other staff and voluntary workers Provide assistance in patient care and equipment management during therapy sessions and home visits Management of equipment and equipment loan system including transport of equipment as required, equipment ordering, cleaning and general maintenance. Assist in the preparation for and participate in conducting group sessions as required Assist in preparing and transporting patients to and from therapy sessions Assist in the development of resources for therapy programmes Set priorities in the daily work schedule in consultation with the therapist in the assigned area Observe and report on the status of patients to the treating therapist and other staff as appropriate Clearly document intervention in the patient’s clinical records in accordance with documentation guidelines About you Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance would be desirable. Experience working in a health or aged care setting. Experience across inpatient and outpatient / community settings would be desirable. A current driver's license and safe driving record. Willingness to travel between HammondCare’s sites and services. Effective communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal) Organisational and time management skills Experience working in a multi-cultural environment An understanding of Work Health and Safety policies and procedures and manual handling principles Benefits - What are we offering Market-leading remuneration Salary packaging; $15,900 annually for living expenses, plus up to $2,650 each year for entertainment benefits. Additional training & career development opportunities Leave benefits – purchased additional annual leave. Reward and Recognition Program Fitness Passports: Full facility access can include gyms, group classes and pools for yourself and your family. Free independent, confidential counselling services, wand wellbeing resources available through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you & your family. Exclusive discounts at MyCar; Servicing, Brakes, Repairs, and Tyre Care Plans Exclusive commercial discounts for JB HI-FI, The Good Guys, Optus, Dell and Samsung Ready to make a change? Apply Now! For any specific queries please contact Julie Crighton at jcrighton@hammond.com.au Closing date: 28th December 2025 Free independent, confidential counselling services, wellbeing resources and webinars available through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family. HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We thrive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves. All short-listed applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to a criminal record check, immunisation staff screening & vaccination compliance checks. Make a difference every day to the lives of older Australians in need by joining the team at HammondCare. We provide expert aged care, home care, dementia care and palliative care for older people, regardless of circumstances, beliefs, background or financial situation, led by our not-for-profit, Christian foundations and backed by research and clinical expertise. We’ve been caring for people for over 90 years, recruiting and developing passionate team members who can support older people through some of life’s most difficult circumstances. Whether it’s in our innovative residences, our hospitals, or at home, from the most complex situations to just offering a little help, we bring the same skill, experience and compassion to all we do. It's not just care, it's HammondCare. We recognise and celebrate individuals who go above and beyond in their work. Our Mission in Action Awards honour outstanding contributions, while our Service Awards acknowledge the dedication of employees who have been with us for many years. Frontline team members benefit from training in our industry-leading care model, as well as specialised courses in dementia and palliative care. We also offer generous scholarships for higher education, along with programs designed to develop leadership and management skills. Plus, enjoy a $1,000 bonus for successful employee referrals. As a registered charity, we offer salary packaging that allows you to have up to $15,900 of your income tax free, along with the ability to spend up to $2,650 on accommodation, meals, and entertainment, all tax free. Pay less tax on your income and increase your take-home pay with these fantastic benefits! Enhance your wellbeing with Fitness Passport, offering discounted access for you and your family to local gyms, pools, and fitness centres. When you need additional support, our Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential counselling sessions, ensuring you have the resources to thrive.

Responsibilities

The Allied Health Assistant will assess and treat clients under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist and contribute to client care as part of a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities also include managing equipment, assisting in therapy sessions, and documenting patient interventions.