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Jessica Parin

Perth,NSW

Summary

With a proven track record at WA Country Health Service, I excel in delivering high-quality patient support and navigating complex healthcare schemes. Expert in relationship building and client confidentiality, I've significantly enhanced client functioning and streamlined patient assistance processes, showcasing my commitment to excellence in healthcare support services.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Diability Support Worker

Self Employed Services
01.2019 - Current
  • Worked closely with therapists and other specialists to implement prescribed interventions consistently, leading to measurable improvements in client functioning.
  • Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
  • Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
  • Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
  • Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.

PATS Officer (Patient Assisted Travel Scheme)

WA Country Health Service
11.2008 - 08.2011

Provided the following for patients living in the South West WA Region


  • Provided information, phone support and an advisory service to PATS applicant
  • Determined clients’ eligibility for assistance under the PATS (Patient Assistance Travel Scheme) scheme ensuring all PATS forms are completed correctly and in full.
  • Liaised with referring practitioners and specialist centres to resolve any queries in relation
    to referral forms received and appointments attended.
  • Liaised with Social Workers, Aboriginal Liaison Officers and Health Workers for clients with
    social and cultural differences.
  • Issued purchase orders and payment for purchase of air flights, bus fares, accommodation
    and taxi vouchers and authorises the accounts for payments when received from suppliers
    in accordance with the Treasure’s Instructions.
  • Calculate reimbursements for clients approved travel and accommodation.

Senior PATS Officer

WA Country Health Service
01.2006 - 04.2008

Provided the following for patients residing the Pilbara Region of WA.

  • Provided information, phone support and an advisory service to PATS applicant
  • Determined clients’ eligibility for assistance under the PATS (Patient Assistance Travel Scheme) scheme ensuring all PATS forms are completed correctly and in full.
  • Liaised with referring practitioners and specialist centres to resolve any queries in relation to referral forms received and appointments attended.
  • Liaised with Social Workers, Aboriginal Liaison Officers and Health Workers for clients with social and cultural differences.
  • Issued purchase orders and payment for purchase of air flights, bus fares, accommodation and taxi vouchers and authorises the accounts for payments when received from suppliers in accordance with the Treasure’s Instructions.
  • Calculated reimbursements for clients approved travel and accommodation.

Education

Certificate III - Non-Emergency Patient Transport

Australian Paramedical College
Burleigh Heads, QLD
11.2024

Diploma - Auslan

Central TAFE
Leederville WA
11.2003

Skills

  • Personal Care
  • Relationship Building
  • Client Confidentiality
  • Mobility support
  • Health and safety
  • Meal Planning
  • Daily Living Requirements
  • Emotional Support
  • Transportation Assistance
  • Social Skills Development
  • Client Transportation

Languages

Auslan
Professional Working

Timeline

Diability Support Worker

Self Employed Services
01.2019 - Current

PATS Officer (Patient Assisted Travel Scheme)

WA Country Health Service
11.2008 - 08.2011

Senior PATS Officer

WA Country Health Service
01.2006 - 04.2008

Certificate III - Non-Emergency Patient Transport

Australian Paramedical College

Diploma - Auslan

Central TAFE
Jessica Parin