NSW Government

Allied Health Assistant - Physiotherapy

🔍 Katoomba, Blue Mountains Hospital | Western Sydney

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Allied Health Assistants
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Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District
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REQ588569 Requisition #
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Allied Health Assistant
Location: Blue Mountains District ANZAC Memorial Hospital
Remuneration: $30.63 - $34.63 per hour
Hours Per Week: 20
Requisition ID: REQ588569
Applications Close: 21/07/2025


 

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment,

working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed
and develop in your chosen career role.

 

About Us

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Region. 


Blue Mountains District ANZAC Memorial Hospital is an acute hospital that supports a population of approximately 80,000 and is the only ANZAC Memorial hospital remaining in NSW. Easily accessible to Sydney residents, our team of clinicians, allied health, and support staff works with the community on a shared goal to maintain the delivery of high-quality healthcare in the Blue Mountains region.

Come join the dynamic Physiotherapy team working across Blue Mountains and Springwood Hospitals, work location and days may be negotiated.

The Allied Health Assistant (AHA) supports Allied Health Professionals in delivering quality care by assisting with patient mobility, treatment preparation, and group activities. The role involves supervising exercises, managing equipment logistics and maintenance, and performing clerical tasks. AHAs are expected to work within their scope of practice, maintain clear communication with AHPs regarding patient progress, and uphold patient privacy and dignity throughout all interactions. 

This role is perfect for someone with a strong commitment to health and well-being, and a desire to contribute to the care and patients within a supportive environment. You'll work closely with patients, helping them regain mobility and improve their quality of life.

We invite you to apply today and become a valued part of our Physiotherapy team.

Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees

  • Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
  • Novated Leasing
  • Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
  • Fitness Passport


NBMLHD is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourages diversity and inclusion within our workforce. We encourage and welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders; people living with disability; people from a Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) background; people who identify as LGBTQI+, people with a lived experience of mental health concerns and people of mature age.


NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards.

For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here.

 

What you will bring to the role

  1. Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance or other equivalent and relevant qualification or willingness to obtain and/or experience as an Allied Health Assistant
  2. Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
  3. Demonstrated experience and skills in manual handling of patients and equipment
  4. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
  5. Demonstrated ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and organise a busy workload
  6. Demonstrated ability to undertake clinical duties with patients once delegated and operate with minimal direct supervision
  7. Computer literacy, with the ability to use Office, email, and electronic patient record systems
  8. Current drivers licence and willingness to use for work purpose travel.


Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.

Need more information?
  1) Click here for the Position Description
  2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Derek Boersma on Derek.Boersma@health.nsw.gov.au

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