Allied Health Assistant (Lvl 2/3) - Macarthur Transitional Aged Care - Temp FT
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- South Western Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ558471 Requisition #
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week until Jun 2026
Location: Macarthur Transitional Aged Care
Position Classification: Allied Health Assistants Level 2/3
Remuneration: $1,190.51 - $1,316.29 Per week
Requisition ID: REQ558471
Application Close Date: 16/03/2025
Interview Date Range: 19/03/2025 – 26/03/2025
Contact Details: Jasmine Iler – 0402 967 810 | Jasmine.iler@health@health.nsw.gov.au
About the Opportunity
An opportunity exists for an allied health assistant (AHA) to join our multidisciplinary team based in Camden Hospital.
This position will assist with the provision of therapy for aged care clients recently discharged from hospital.
Under the direction of treating therapists the AHA will deliver home programs that may include physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech pathology. The position also provides support to the team with administrative tasks and centre-based therapy groups.
The position is well supported with access to regular supervision and opportunities to develop skills and knowledge.
There will be a comprehensive orientation process, as well as professional development opportunities in line with your goals.
What You'll be Doing
To provide a high quality clinical service to clients and their families/carers under the supervision of an Allied Health Professional to optimise health outcomes for the clients of the service. The Allied Health Assistant is also responsible for undertaking designated departmental and administrative tasks necessary to support service delivery.
Where You'll Be Working
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.
The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.
As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or relevant qualification or Minimum 12 months full-time equivalent relevant experience with commitment to undertake the Certificate IV in AHA within 12 month period.
- 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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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
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Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
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