Allied health assistant
Cohuna District Hospital

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

Local bus services nearby