Allied Health Assistant (Lvl 1) - Physiotherapy - Casual
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- South Western Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ690009 Requisition #
Requisition ID: REQ690009
Employment Type: Casual, up to 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $33.13 per hour
In addition to base salary, all roles attract 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Applications close: 27/09/2026
Contact: Sonja Mestrom-Jones - Deputy Head of Department, Liverpool Physiotherapy on Sonja.MestromJones@health.nsw.gov.au or call on (02) 8738 4854
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
Join the Physiotherapy Department at Liverpool Hospital as a Casual Allied Health Assistant Level 1 and contribute to the delivery of high-quality patient care within one of NSW's largest and busiest health services. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable clinical experience while working alongside experienced Physiotherapists in a supportive and collaborative teaching environment. Working across acute wards, you will assist with patient care and rehabilitation activities, helping patients achieve their recovery goals while developing valuable healthcare skills.
In this role, you will:
- Support Physiotherapists in delivering care and rehabilitation programs to patients across acute hospital wards.
- Gain hands-on clinical experience in a dynamic and supportive teaching environment.
- Develop practical skills in patient interaction, rehabilitation and manual handling techniques.
- Work alongside experienced clinicians committed to education, mentoring and professional development.
- Enjoy flexibility in workdays and hours, primarily on weekdays, and weekends as required
Are You the Right Fit?
This opportunity is ideal for Physiotherapy students seeking to build their clinical experience within a hospital setting. You are enthusiastic, adaptable and eager to learn, with a genuine interest in patient care and rehabilitation. With strong communication skills and a collaborative approach, you enjoy working with patients and healthcare professionals and are committed to delivering safe, respectful and person-centred care.
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
- A strong interest in developing your physiotherapy knowledge, manual handling capabilities and patient interaction skills.
- Flexibility and adaptability to work across a variety of clinical settings and patient groups.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills when working with patients, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team.
A positive attitude, willingness to learn and commitment to ongoing professional development.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- Experience as an Allied Health Assistant or commitment to complete the Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistant within 12 months of employment
- Demonstrated ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and complete activities (including ability to work within scope of practice and seek assistance when required) as delegated by supervising Allied Health Professional
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate across all levels
- Demonstrated good organisational skills, ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Knowledge and understanding of Work Health and Safety legislation and principles
- Demonstrated computer literacy skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office including management of emails, word processing and database management
Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
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Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Temporary Positions
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
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