WSLHD - Allied Health Casual Pool - Allied Health Assistant

• Flexible casual opportunities across Western Sydney

• Support multidisciplinary allied health teams

• Build valuable experience across diverse clinical settings

Support recovery, deliver therapy programs and build your allied health career across Western Sydney’s leading healthcare facilities.

Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Allied Health Assistants
Remuneration: $31.86 - $36.02 per hour 
Location: Western Sydney Local Health District

Where you'll be working
Join the Western Sydney Local Health District Allied Health Casual Pool and become part of a collaborative healthcare network delivering patient-centred care across multiple hospital and community settings. You’ll work alongside experienced allied health professionals in a supportive environment that values teamwork, learning and high-quality care.

• Gain exposure across physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, podiatry and social work

• Work across a variety of inpatient, outpatient and community healthcare settings

• Be part of a multidisciplinary team focused on positive patient outcomes

• Enjoy flexible casual shifts across a 7-day roster

• Develop your clinical and healthcare support experience within one of NSW’s largest health districts

What you'll be doing
As an Allied Health Assistant, you will support allied health professionals in delivering safe, effective and high-quality therapy services to patients and clients across the continuum of care.

• Assist with individual and group therapy, education and exercise programs under supervision

• Support patients to maximise independence, mobility and functional outcomes

• Accurately document patient attendance, progress and treatment outcomes

• Communicate effectively with allied health professionals and the broader healthcare team

• Assist with therapy equipment maintenance, stock management and clinical preparation tasks

Bring your enthusiasm, teamwork and patient-focused approach to a role where you can make a meaningful difference every day.

Join NSW Health and help deliver exceptional care to the communities of Western Sydney while growing your allied health career in a supportive and rewarding environment.

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Criteria:

• Qualification: Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance/relevant qualification. 

Selection Criteria:

1. Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance (or equivalent/relevant qualifications) or more than 12 months (full-time equivalent) experience as an AHA.

2. Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate across all levels with internal and external stakeholders.

3. Demonstrated previous experience working in a health environment.

4. Demonstrated ability to work as a contributing member of the allied health team.

5. Demonstrated ability to prioritise workload delegated by supervising AHP's, meet deadlines and complete activities within scope of practice, seeking assistance as required.

6. Demonstrated computer literacy skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office and email applications.

7. Knowledge and understanding of Work Health and Safety legislation and principles and how it applies to the duties of the position.

8. Demonstrated ability to work within a healthcare service or professional care giving capacity, in a positive manner enhancing the client's ability to achieve positive outcomes and personal goals.

Requisition ID: REQ656897
Applications Close: 21 May 2026

Need more information?

• Discover more about the application process.

• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.  

• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.

• For inquiries about the role, contact Michelle Stewart on Michelle.Stewart2@health.nsw.gov.au.