Physiotherapist

at  Vivir Healthcare

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Physiotherapy Bachelors’ Degree or equivalent as approved by AHPRA –
• GENERAL Registration with AHPRA
• Drivers’ license and reliable vehicle
• Professional indemnity insurance, or willingness to obtain
• Valid NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, or willingness to obtain
• 2023 Flu Vaccine Certificate, or willingness to obtain
• COVID vaccine certificate, or willingness to obtain
  Opportunities available across Residential Aged care, Community Home care and NDIS

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This role involves a variety of one-on-one and group physiotherapy services provided to clients funded by HCP, CHSP and STRC programs. Some regular duties include:

• Assessment of various neurological, musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory, rehabilitation, and general systemic function as required for clients and participants with a wide range of disabilities and impairments.
• Assessment of mobility and function and prescription for provision of appropriate mobility and functional equipment and aids to support clients in their own home.
• Development of individual, evidence-based treatment plans and goals to address any deficits identified in these areas ensuring best practice and person-centred care for clients.
• Develop and implement regular treatments; including exercise prescription, supervised assisted exercises, manual therapies, home exercise program formulation, equipment prescription, and other strategies and materials to enable clients and participants to achieve their health and lifestyle goals as set by their person-centred plan.
• Regular review and evaluation of client and interventions, treatment plans and goals, using an individualised approach to suit the needs of each client.
• Provide correct documentation procedures involving individual assessment reports, person-centred plans, and progress notes.
• Consult with the client or participant, appropriate staff, medical practitioners, family members and other stakeholders in the best interests of the clients and participants.