Allied Health Assistant Westlakes Community Rehabilitation Team
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- Hunter New England Local Health District
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- REQ561887 Requisition #
Empower patients on their rehabilitation journey—join our dynamic Allied Health team as an Allied Health Assistant!
Remuneration: $30.64 Per Hour + Superannuation
Location: Westlakes Community Health Service, Newcastle
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Allied Health Assistants
Hours Per Week: 16
Requisition ID: REQ561887
Applications Close: 10/04/2025
Where you'll be working:
Join the passionate team at Westlakes Community Health Service, where collaboration and support are at the heart of everything we do. As part of our dynamic, multi-disciplinary rehabilitation team, you’ll work alongside Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech Pathologists, Social Workers, Enrolled Nurses, and Allied Health Assistants. Together, we empower patients to regain independence and improve their quality of life across outpatient, home-based, and community settings.
About the role:
You will collaborate closely with the Allied Health Team to deliver outpatient, home, and community-based rehabilitation. Our Rehabilitation Team includes Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Speech Pathologist, Social Work, Enrolled Nurse and the Allied Health Assistant.
The Allied Health Assistant will have the opportunity to develop skills in working with a diverse clinical population supported by a multidisciplinary team. Tasks will include the delivery of therapy programs to improve everyday function, mobility and reduce the risks of falls.
The Allied Health Assistant will engage in a range of administrative tasks to support the team. This includes booking patient appointments, organising patient transport, sending out acceptance and discharge letters. The Allied Health Assistant will also develop skills in sourcing and setting up equipment and following up social supports in collaboration with the Allied Health Team.
About you:
- Exceptional customer service skills and a passion for patient care.
- Ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team.
- Enjoy delivering rehabilitation interventions in consultation with the Allied Health Team.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage administrative tasks efficiently.
- A love of learning and professional growth in the areas of ageing and rehabilitation.
Support & Training:
- Comprehensive orientation provided onsite.
- Supervision and mentorship from the Team Leader and Allied Health Team.
- Access to Allied Health Assistant Competencies to support skill development.
- Ongoing internal and external learning opportunities relevant to your role.
- Connection with Allied Health Assistant support networks for continued professional development.
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. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero.
- Proximity to shopping and other services.
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees).
- 4 weeks of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees).
- 6 weeks of annual leave (for eligible full-time nurses).
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) – giving you the opportunity for true work-life 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.
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Glade Vyslysel on Glade.Vyslysel@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Information:
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.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
