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
4
Alternative Titles
- Therapist’s Assistant
Specializations
- Diversional Therapist’s Assistant
- Occupational Therapist’s Assistant
- Physiotherapist’s Assistant
Skills Assessment Authority
Caveats
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 an AQF Certificate II or III, 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.