Allied Health Assistance
Allied Health Assistants (AHAs) can deliver Allied Health services when supervised and working under the direct guidance of a qualified therapist. AHAs are a fantastic option to reduce wait times for therapy, and ensure regular and consistent therapy for a reduced cost.
What is Allied Health Assistance?
Allied Health assistants have the role of providing both clinical and administrative support to Health Professionals.
Allied Health assistants may work under several professionals including but not limited to Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists or dieticians.
Some of their duties include undertaking prescribed programs from treating professionals, delivering group sessions, reporting on progression or changes in health status, appointment scheduling, program documentation, equipment sourcing, preparation and practice.
Benefits of working with an Allied Health Assistant:
Reduced wait times for therapy
Regular and consistent therapy for a reduced cost
Increased level of hours of clinical care leading to improved client outcomes
Flexible appointment times
School and home visits available
What services can be delivered by an AHA?
Physiotherapy
Speech Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Exercise Physiology
What will therapy look like?
A tailored therapy plan created by your treating therapist with regular reviews
Goal orientated practice
Therapy sessions conducted by an Allied Health Assistant
