Gopitha Ragulan
Tarneit,Victoria
Summary
Dynamic Allied Health Assistant with proven expertise in patient care, honed at Baptcare and Dorset Rehabilitation Centre. Excelled in supporting Parkinson and dementia patients, showcasing strong problem-solving and communication skills. Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and organizational contribution, adept in computer skills and team collaboration. Achieved significant improvements in patient engagement and safety protocols.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Allied Health Assistant
Baptcare
Brunswick, VIC
04.2022 - 08.2024
- Support exercises individually with Parkinson and dementia patients.
- Support Group exercise program.
- Conduct home visits and carry out tasks as requested by clinicians for delivery, setting up and educating clients to use aids and equipment safely.
- Set up equipment and store it away at the end of treatment sessions.
- Assist with maintaining a safe, clean, and tidy treatment area.
- Support OT- follow up with patient and family members about home modifications such as installing rails, ramps, tap. Also equipment delivery
- Provide assistance to podiatrist to sterilise the equipments
- Providing administrative support - onboarding clients, gathering patient medical history
- Maintaining client’s file.
- Attending team meetings.
- Undertake training and activities to improve skills allocated from organisation.
Allied Health Assistant Student
Dorset Rehabilitation Centre
Pascoe Vale, VIC
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Monitored vital signs of patients during therapy sessions, ensuring their safety throughout treatment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Education
Certificate III - Dementia
University of Tasmania
TAS09.2023
Certificate IV - Allied Health Assistant
Melbourne Polytechnic
Greensborough, VIC08.2022
Skills
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Communication
- Professionalism and work ethic
- Organizational growth
- Self-motivation and initiative
- Active listening
- Computer skills
Languages
Tamil
Full Professional
Timeline
Allied Health Assistant
Baptcare
04.2022 - 08.2024
Allied Health Assistant Student
Dorset Rehabilitation Centre
11.2021 - 12.2021
Certificate III - Dementia
University of Tasmania
Certificate IV - Allied Health Assistant
Melbourne Polytechnic