Allied Health Assistant

Be part of a collaborative rehabilitation team delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Allied Health Assistants
Remuneration: $31.86 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ629699
Location: Armidale Hospital 
Applications Close: Sunday 18th January 2026

Where you'll be working
Join our General Medical and Rehabilitation Unit located in the beautiful NSW Highlands. Our 32-bed acute mixed medical unit is supported by a dynamic team of young, bright, and caring nurses who are committed to delivering high-quality patient-centred care.
The unit provides care for a diverse patient cohort, including:

• Palliative Care

• Rehabilitation

• Acute Stroke

• Aged Care and Cognitive Impairment

• Cardiac Telemetry

• General Medical patients

Our Rehabilitation Program supports up to six patients at any one time, offering a focused and supportive environment. The Nurse Unit Manager of the General Medical Unit will be the operational lead for this role, with professional leadership provided by the Physiotherapy Department.

What you'll be doing
As an Allied Health Assistant, you will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to support patient care and rehabilitation goals. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with rehabilitation programs under the direction of Allied Health Professionals

• Effectively managing time and organisational demands when working across multiple tasks, units, or sites

• Supporting patients with varying levels of mood, motivation, and behaviour using effective engagement strategies

• Contributing to a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment

• Maintaining clear, timely, and professional communication with the multidisciplinary team and supervising Allied Health Professionals

You will receive daily support from the Rehabilitation Team to ensure safe practice and professional development.

Who we're looking for? 
You are a motivated and compassionate Allied Health Assistant who thrives in a team-based healthcare environment. You will bring:

• Strong organisational and time-management skills

• The ability to adapt to changing priorities and patient needs

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• A patient-centred approach, with an understanding of how mood and motivation can impact rehabilitation participation

• A willingness to learn, contribute, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team

If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to grow your skills while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives, we would love to hear from you.

What we can offer you
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer: 

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 

• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees) 

• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) 

• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance 

• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing 

• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members 

Additional Information 

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. 

• This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.

• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 

• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   

• Hunter New England Health 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. 

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For role related queries or questions contact Megan Langford on megan.langford@health.nsw.gov.au

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