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Allied Health Assistant
Occupation Code: 3259
Alternative title: Allied Assistant
Job description and duties
Allied Health Assistants form part of a multidisciplinary team and provide assistance to all Allied Health Professionals, such as Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists. Once employed, Allied Health Assistants are placed according to the specialisation available.
Allied Health Assistants provide information, guidance and support to patients availing themselves of various health services. Although duties vary according to the specific role, an Allied Health Assistant is typically expected to:
• Provide general medical care, treatment and health advice under the direction of health professionals
• Carry out routine investigations and monitor patients’ progress
• Assist with tests and evaluation to identify and assess patients’ clinical problems and health care needs
• Seek advice and help from health professionals to ensure patients receive a high standard of care
• Maintain patient records and carry out other administrative tasks
• Perform technical and practical tasks to support implementation of treatment and healthcare plans established by health professionals
• Maintain effective communication with patients and their relatives, ensuring that they are kept well informed
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to a collaborative working environment
Work environment
Allied Health Assistants may work in a variety of health settings including hospitals and clinics in the public and private sector. This role is typically on a full-time basis and one may be required to work on shift basis. Allied Health Assistants may be required to work during weekends and public holidays.
Occupation data
Entry level education / special licences / warrants
To work as an Allied Health Assistant, a qualification at MQF Level 4 or higher is required. Training programmes include:
Number of employees (2017)
312
Share of foreigners (2017)
3%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+15%
Median Pay (per annum)
€21,600
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