Allied Health Assistant, Queensland Health

Queensland Government; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 49,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing Professional Development and E

Discounted health insurance and gym

Staff health and wellbeing programs

Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety

Generous Salary Sacrificing Options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted Private Health Insurance

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Queensland Health in Rockhampton, Australia is seeking an Allied Health Assistant to deliver patient care across inpatient, outpatient and community settings under the direction of Allied Health Professionals. The role includes supporting assessments, treatments, and patient education, with collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

Applicants with a Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance are preferred but not essential.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance is highly regarded but not essential.
• Knowledge of allied health and healthcare systems, medical terminology and basic anatomy.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities with appropriate professional boundaries.
• Ability to deliver delegated clinical assessments and treatments under supervision.
• Willingness to contribute to quality improvement and safe patient care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care across inpatient, outpatient and community settings under supervision.
• Support clinical assessments and treatments by completing delegated tasks and adjusting programs as directed.
• Educate and engage patients through health education and group sessions, and track patient progress.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams by maintaining accurate records and participating in meetings.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Clinical support

Education

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance

Job description

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 contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Discounted health insurance and gym memberships
• Staff health and wellbeing programs
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine 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.

Allied Health Assistant, Queensland Health Rockhampton, Australia