Question on Notice regarding physiotherapy services in the South West electoral region of Western Australia, including staffing levels, vacancies, wait times, and paediatric caseload.

AnsweredQoN 1880Legislative Council
Asked
22 October 2014
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I refer to physiotherapists in the South West electoral region, and I ask: (a) how many fulltime equivalent positions are located in the South West and where are they located; (b) how many positions are currently vacant; (c) what is the wait time for a consultation; and (d) how many children are currently on the wait list for a consultation?

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Answered
2 December 2014
Responded by
Parliamentary Secretary representing the Minister for Health
Response time
41 days
As at 22 October 2014 -
(a) 22.45 full time equivalent. Positions are located at Bunbury Hospital; Hudson Road Community Health Centre; Harvey; Collie; Donnybrook; Bridgetown; Manjimup; Busselton; Margaret River; and Augusta.
(b) Nil.
(c) All referrals are prioritised and high priority referrals will be seen within two - three days, average wait time is currently three - four weeks.
(d)  67.

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