Overview
Assists with the provision of care to patients in a hospital by ensuring wards are neat and tidy, lifting and turning patients and transporting them in wheelchairs or on movable beds, and providing direct care and support.
Skills
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below. AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)
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
Alternative Titles
- Patient Services Assistant
- Wardsperson
Related Occupations
Source: 1220.0 - ANZSCO - Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations, First Edition.
Note: The tasks associated with the occupation are to be used as guidance only. The tasks listing may include tasks associated with the grouping/category to which the occupation belongs.
Training Pathways
11 courses found.
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HLT33115: Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
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HLT30902: Certificate III in Health Support Services (Cleaning Support Services)
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HLT30802: Certificate III in Health Support Services (Client/Patient Support Services)
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HLT20802: Certificate II in Health Support Services (Cleaning Support Services)
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HLT20702: Certificate II in Health Support Services (Client/Patient Support Services)
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CHC20499: Certificate II in Community Services (Community Work)
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CHC20208: Certificate II in Active Volunteering
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CHC20202: Certificate II in Community Services Work
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CHC20108: Certificate II in Community Services
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CHC20102: Certificate II in Community Services Support Work
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91052NSW: Course in Wound Care - Aged And Community Care
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