Allied Health Assistant - Therapy Aide

NSW Health; Walgett; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Health is offering a permanent full-time Allied Health Assistant position in Walgett, NSW. The role supports community health nurses and therapists, assists with programs and day-to-day tasks, and involves clerical duties and using computers, email and Microsoft Office.

You will contribute to delivering exercise programs under supervision, manage the equipment loan pool, and participate in team development. A current NSW driving licence is required to travel for work.

Qualifications

• Relevant Allied Health Assistant qualifications or experience welcome, but not essential.
• Must be confident using computers, email and Microsoft programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administration and day-to-day tasks as part of a small team of community health nurses and therapists.
• Assist delivering exercise programs under supervision.
• Assist with the equipment loan pool and contribute to team development.

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Allied Health Assistant
Remuneration: $65,704.30 - $74,286.63 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Walgett, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 26 October 2026 – 11:59pm

About the role
Experienced Allied Health Assistant or looking to start in healthcare – this is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door and begin a career in NSW Health. Relevant Allied Health Assistant qualifications or experience are welcome, but not essential.

You will be working as part of a small team of community health nurses and therapists to deliver programs and assist with other day to day tasks.

The job is varied including assisting with administration, and you will need to feel confident using computers, email and Microsoft programs, and be able to learn new systems. You will assist delivering exercise programs under supervision, assisting with the equipment loan pool and contributing to team development.

You will need to have a current licence to drive in NSW with the ability to drive for work purposes.

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

Helping you Move to Western NSW

The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Carmen Rousell, Health Services Manager on 02 6845 5*** or at **************@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD

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