Therapy Aide - ANZSCO 423314 - Getting Down Under

Description

Assists therapists in providing therapy programs and in the direct care of their patients in a variety of health, welfare and community settings. Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill Level

Alternative Titles

Therapist’s Assistant

Specialisations

Diversional Therapist’s Assistant
Occupational Therapist’s Assistant
Physiotherapist’s Assistant

Skills Assessment Authority

Caveats

No caveats apply to this occupation.

Group: 4233 Nursing Support and Personal Care Workers

Description

provide assistance, support and direct care to patients in a variety of health, welfare and community settings.

Tasks

assisting patients with their personal care needs such as showering, dressing and eating
assisting patients with their mobility and communication needs
participating in planning the care of individuals
following therapy plans such as interventions to assist those with dementia and behavioural problems
observing and reporting changes in patients’ condition, and reporting complaints about care
assisting with rehabilitation exercises, basic treatment and delivering medications
providing direct support and assistance to therapists

Skill Level

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

AQF Certificate II or III, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

In New Zealand:

NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. Note: some roles within this unit group are at ANZSCO Skill Level 3.

Registration or licensing may be required.

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