Full Time Remedial Massage Therapist (Diploma or Adv Diploma Qualified)

Wongaburra Society Aged Care Services

Passionate about helping others within an allied healthcare environment?

Wongaburra Society Aged Care Services is currently seeking a full time Remedial Massage Therapist looking to make a positive impact on both aged and disabled residents within our local community.

The position involves working as part of our developing wellness centre, consisting of an Allied Healthcare team to ensure our residents receive remedial therapies to treat chronic pain, muscle, rehabilitation and flexibility issues.

The position is permanent and the successful applicant will further need to demonstrate the ability to lead and train lesser experienced local therapists in the future.

About Us:

Half a century ago, Wongaburra was created as a caring gesture by the people of Beaudesert, Queensland to enable the elderly to remain and live within their community. The town retains the friendly and compassionate spirit that rural Australia is famous for and Wongaburra is the embodiment of that true community spirit.

Wongaburra has since evolved into both highly sophisticated centre for aging residents, as well as offering Home Care services to the local community.

We are proud to support the lifestyle choices of the elderly in the community and surrounding areas

Role Summary:

• Position: Remedial Massage Therapist
• Location: Beaudesert
• Type: Full Time
• Salary: $75,000 to $85,000
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Work under the direction / supervision of the Physiotherapist
• Initial consultations and assessments within a developing Wellness Centre
• Develop and implement tailored treatment plans in consultation other allied health professionals
• Provide Remedial Massage Therapy for chronic muscle pain, tendon, mobility, flexibility and rehabilitation issues
• Maintain accurate client records
• Educating residents and creating preventative programs relating to stretching, strengthening, mobility and release techniques
• Contribute to the Wellness Centre development and assist in the training of other lesser-experienced remedial therapists
• Experience in areas of Myotherapy an advantage.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Diploma or Adv Diploma Qualified in Remedial Massage Therapy
• Two years’ relevant experience in Remedial Massage Therapy
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Strong understanding of human anatomy, physiology and biomechanics