Allied Health Assistant Level 2 - Transition Aged Care Program - Port Macquarie Community Health

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Allied Health Assistants
Remuneration: 67188.26 - 69204.44
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ690786
Applications Close: Tuesday 22nd September 2026

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa). 

What you'll be doing
Provide basic client care, clinical duties and/or administrative support under direct, indirect or remote supervision of the delegating allied health professional (AHP) and in accordance with NSW Health and LHD policies and procedures to achieve patient/client outcomes in the community setting.   

About You
You are a compassionate and motivated Allied Health Assistant with a Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent qualifications, bringing valuable experience supporting older adults and people with disability across hospital, community, and healthcare settings. You are committed to enhancing client wellbeing and independence by delivering high-quality support under the guidance of allied health professionals and contributing to positive health outcomes.

You have a strong understanding of the Allied Health Assistant role and are confident implementing delegated therapy programs, supporting client activities, and assisting with service delivery while maintaining safe practice within your scope of responsibility. Your ability to recognise when to seek guidance and escalate concerns ensures care is delivered safely, effectively, and in accordance with professional standards.

A collaborative team member, you work effectively within multidisciplinary healthcare environments and build positive relationships with clients, families, carers, and colleagues. Your excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills enable you to engage respectfully with diverse populations and contribute to coordinated, person-centred care.

Highly organised and dependable, you are skilled at managing competing priorities, meeting deadlines, and completing delegated tasks efficiently in busy clinical settings. With strong computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and email applications, you are able to maintain accurate records and support administrative and clinical processes. Holding a current NSW Driver Licence, you are flexible and able to travel as required to support service delivery across a range of healthcare and community environments. 
  
Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit. 
Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. 

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact MNCLHD-WorkforceSupport@health.nsw.gov.au .
 

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.
 

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ  

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s.  These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx. 

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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.