Allied Health Assistant

Queensland Government; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work-Life Balance

Professional Development Opportunities

Discounted health insurance and gym

Staff health and wellbeing programs

Job summary

Queensland Government seeks an Allied Health Assistant to deliver patient care across inpatient, outpatient and community settings under supervision. You will assist with assessments, deliver prescribed interventions, and educate patients to improve health outcomes.

Applicants should have knowledge of allied health and healthcare systems, with strong communication and teamwork skills. The role offers ongoing professional development, flexible arrangements, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications such as a Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance are highly regarded.
• Knowledge of allied health, the healthcare system, medical terminology and common conditions.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with an understanding of professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care across inpatient, outpatient and community settings under supervision by Allied Health Professionals.
• Support clinical assessments and treatments by completing delegated screening assessments and delivering prescribed interventions.
• Educate and engage patients through health education and group sessions; track progress and outcomes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and maintain accurate patient records.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Healthcare knowledge

Clinical documentation

Education

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

About us:Allied Health provides generalist services across six professions: Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Physiotherapy, Nutrition and Dietetics, Psychology, and Social Work, supported by Allied Health Assistants.Working alongside medical, nursing, technical and operational teams and community partners, the service focuses on improving patient recovery, health and wellbeing. The team is committed to clinical excellence, continuous improvement and ongoing learning and professional development, supporting CQ Health's Destination 2030 strategy.About the role:Deliver patient care across inpatient, outpatient and community settings under the direction and supervision of Allied Health Professionals.Support clinical assessments and treatments by completing delegated screening assessments, delivering prescribed interventions and adjusting treatment programs within approved guidelines.Educate and engage patients through basic health education, group treatment sessions and feedback on patient progress and outcomes.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams by maintaining accurate patient records, participating in team meetings and case conferences, and liaising with healthcare providers.About you:Relevant qualifications, such as a Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance, are highly regarded but not essential.Knowledge of allied health, the healthcare system, medical terminology, common medical conditions, basic anatomy and computer systems.Strong communication and teamwork skills, with an understanding of professional boundaries and scope of practice.Ability to deliver delegated clinical assessments and treatments as prescribed by Allied Health Professionals.Willingness to contribute to quality improvement activities and support the delivery of safe, effective patient care.What we offer:Total remuneration value of up to $51,668 p.a. is comprised of:An hourly rate between $35.96 - $38.06 p.h.12.75% employer superannuation contribution17.5% leave loadingAdditional Benefits:Ongoing Professional Development and Education OpportunitiesDiscounted health insurance and gym membershipsStaff health and wellbeing programsFlexible Work-Life Balance and VarietyGenerous Salary Sacrificing OptionsPaid Parental LeaveEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Discounted Private Health InsuranceFitness PassportVaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.How to apply:To apply, please submit the following:Your current CV or resume, including referees.A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.For assistance:Contact [e-mail] the Job Ad Reference (JAR) BA6J695004Applications close: Thursday, 29 October 2026#Theodore #BananaThis work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.