Allied health assistant
Rochester & Elmore District Health Services

Students will extend their knowledge of the health industry, gain a greater understanding of the various roles and professions within a rural facility, learn about Occupational Health and Safety protocols and apply their training in a practical setting

Skills You Might Learn

Students will extend their knowledge of the health industry, gain a greater understanding of the various roles and professions within a clinical setting, learn about Occupational Health and Safety protocols and apply their training in a practical setting.

Typical Tasks & Duties

During this placement students will accompany and observe health professionals; take part in lifestyle activities; assist within an Allied Health program; interpret medical terminology; comply with infection control policies.

Student Requirements

Suitable for VCE or VCAL student as only one day out of school a week. Applicants from year 10 and 11 welcome to apply.
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Motivated and organised
- Ability to use own initiative
- Willingness to learn
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Responsible, supportive and caring attitude
- Good people skills
- Accommodating to different personalities and abilities

Dress Requirements

Black pants or skirt, closed toe shoes and school polo shirt.

Special Transport Requirements

Students are responsible for getting to and from work. Bus and train station across the road.

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

• HLT32412 - Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance