Allied Health Assistant (Level 1-3) - Occupational Therapy

Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 46,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Annual leave loading

Salary packaging options

Job summary

Sydney Local Health District invites applications for an Allied Health Assistant within the Occupational Therapy team at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. The role supports patient care delivery, therapy administration, and equipment management under OT guidance.

The position offers flexible hours (part time, 8 hours/week), with the potential for two shorter shifts, and opportunities to grow in a tertiary hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Equivalent work experience in an allied health or health-related setting.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Assist OT to address clinical priorities as directed by the team.
• Manage equipment loan pool and enable timely access to aids.
• Administer therapy programs under supervision of occupational therapists.
• Support group therapy sessions as determined by the OT team.
• Prepare treatment spaces and assist with patient transport to therapy areas.
• Assist with documentation and handovers in the department.

Skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Certificate III/IV Allied Health Assistant

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time; 8 hours per week

Position Classification: Allied Health Assistant Level 1-3

Remuneration: $33.13 - $37.46 per hour + Superannuation

Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital

Requisition ID: REQ694031

In Sydney Local Health District our vision is Excellence in health and healthcare for all. Join the team at one of the leading public health organisations in Australia!

About The Role

Join the Occupational Therapy (OT) team at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH) as an Allied Health Assistant, supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care across the department. In this role, you will assist in addressing clinical priorities as directed by the OT team, manage and maintain the equipment loan pool to ensure timely access to essential aids and equipment, administer therapy programs under the guidance and supervision of occupational therapists, and support the facilitation of group therapy sessions as determined by the OT team.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a career in allied health, working alongside a supportive and experienced team in a leading tertiary hospital setting. Flexible working arrangements will be considered, with the option to work two shorter shifts (e.g. two 4 hour days).

Some of the duties include:

• Update equipment loan register/database and manage overdue returns.
• Photocopy/print therapy resources, home exercise programs, group handouts.
• Answer department phone, take messages, redirect queries.
• Clean and reprocess returned equipment in line with infection-control standards.
• Basic maintenance checks (loose screws, worn tips on walking aids, brake function on wheelchairs).
• Transport equipment between wards, storage, and patients' homes/cars.
• Liaise with external loan pool services/vendors to maintain stock.
• Set up/pack down treatment areas before/after sessions.
• Escort patients to and from therapy areas.
• Prompt/cue patients through exercises with close supervision.
• Report changes in patient presentation back to the OT immediately.
• Attend daily handover and team huddles.
• Manage consumables inventory and order stock.
• Support new staff/students with orientation of department systems.
• Adapt to changing clinical demand and reprioritise tasks.
• Manage competing tasks with minimal supervision.
• Work within scope and being proactive with escalations.
  
  

For more information, please view the Position Description.

Ideal Candidate

• Equivalent work experience in an allied health or health related setting and/or successful completion of Certificate III or Certificate IV Allied Health Assistant or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.
• Ability to work both independently and cooperatively with health professionals in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and computer literacy.
• Current NSW driver’s licence (P1 and P2 acceptable).
  
  

Benefits

• Paid parental leave and annual leave loading.
• Additional public holiday during the end of year period.
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus.
• Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.
• Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families.
• Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
  
  

For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefits.

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

For further information, please contact Joshua Yeung, HOD of RPA Occupational Therapy on 0448 350 688.

Applications Close: 27 September 2026

For applicant support and information, visit Applicant Information.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004).

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

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