Allied Health Assistant Level 1/2/3 - Goulburn

Southern NSW Local Health District; Goulburn; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Fitness Passport

Annual influenza vaccinations

Career development support

Job summary

Southern NSW Local Health District is seeking an Allied Health Assistant (Casual) to support physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists and other allied health staff in delivering high-quality care across rural communities. You will provide clinical and administrative support to the team, help with therapy and rehabilitation activities, and travel as required within the health district.

A Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent is preferred.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent qualification/experience and commitment to complete training within 2 years.
• Demonstrated ability to function as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines within scope of practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and administrative support to the Allied Health team.
• Assist in delivery of therapy and rehabilitation services to patients.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Driver's licence

Travel willingness

Education

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email applications

Job description

Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Allied Health Assistants

Remuneration: $33.89 - $37.47 per hour

Hours Per Week: Dependent on Health Service Needs

Requisition ID: REQ699724

Applications Close: 25 October 2026

Interview Details: Scheduled within 10 days of closing

About The Service

Allied Health Assistant – Support Quality Care in Our Rural Community

Are you eager to assist healthcare professionals in delivering effective therapy and rehabilitation services?

At Southern our Allied Health Assistants play a vital role in supporting physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, and other allied health staff to enhance patient outcomes across a range of settings.

Join us and help make a positive impact on the health and independence of our community.

Support for

• Working within SNSWLHD
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Salary packaging options
• Health and Wellbeing benefits including Fitness Passport, and annual Influenza vaccinations
• A team that values your expertise, invests in your development and supports your lifestyle
• Moving to the area? Visit The Welcome Experience | NSW Government

What You'll Be Doing

The Allied Health Assistant provides clinical and administrative support to the team in the delivery of allied health services to patients and clients, to facilitate the provision of high quality clinical care.

Selection Criteria

• Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance with relevant skill sets, OR relevant qualification and/or experience AND formal commitment to complete this training. Training will be supported by the district and must be completed within 2 years from enrolment.
• Demonstrated ability to function as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and complete activities (including ability to work within scope of practice and seek assistance when required) as delegated by the supervising Allied Health Professional.
• Demonstrated computer literacy skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office and email applications.
• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills
• Current unrestricted drivers' licence and the ability to maintain. Ability and willingness to drive/travel as the role requires. This may involve driving long distances.

We look forward to learning more about you and what you can bring to our team.

Information for applicants

Southern NSW Local Health District is committed to closing the gap in health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As part of this commitment, the Stepping Up website has been developed to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants through the NSW Health recruitment process. The site provides guidance, resources, and tools to help applicants confidently apply for roles and build meaningful careers in health.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2026_004: 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.

Southern NSW Local Health District 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.

At Southern NSW Local Health District, we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated, inclusion is part of everyday practice, and our people are supported to succeed. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ people, and others who bring diverse experiences and perspectives to our workforce.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact [e-mail] for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

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. www.immi.gov.au

For role related queries or questions contact Josephine Church on 4825 4181 or email [e-mail]