Allied Health Assistant - Transitional Aged Care

Murrumbidgee Local Health District; Cootamundra; Presencial; AUD 66.000 - 74.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Salary packaging up to $20,600 per año

Novated car leasing option

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Health & wellbeing programs

Descripción de la vacante

Murrumbidgee Local Health District in Cootamundra is seeking an Allied Health Assistant for the Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP). The role supports the multidisciplinary team to help clients transition from hospital to the community and to achieve client goals.

Permanent part-time position up to 30 hours per week with a salary range of 65,704.30 to 74,286.50 AUD per annum pro rata plus super and 17.5% leave loading where applicable.

Formación

• Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (or commitment to complete within 3 years) or relevant equivalent qualification
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, prioritising workload and meeting deadlines
• Proficient computer literacy including Microsoft Office and email applications
• Current Class C drivers licence and willingness to travel for work purposes

Responsabilidades

• Complete delegated clinical care and support tasks as directed by a supervising Allied Health Professional, ensuring high quality patient care
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, maintaining professional communication with colleagues, external Allied Health providers, and patients and their families
• Perform administrative duties supporting the Allied Health team, including maintaining accurate records and utilising Microsoft Office applications
• Work independently within your scope of practice, prioritising workload, meeting deadlines, and escalating issues to your supervising Allied Health Professional when required
• Demonstrate cultural competence with a commitment to improving health outcomes for Aboriginal peoples, delivering respectful and inclusive care
• Participate in ongoing professional development including completion of a Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance within 3 years, and engage in annual performance reviews to support personal and service growth

Conocimientos

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Educación

Certificate IV Allied Health Assistance (or equivalent)

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Email applications

Descripción del empleo

Employment Type: Permanent Part - Time Position Classification: Allied Health Assistant - Level 1 - 3 Remuneration: $65,704.30 - $74,286.50 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable) Hours Per Week: up to 30 Requisition ID: REQ701294 Location: Cootamundra

Are you a talented Allied Health Assistant looking to make a significant impact within regional communities?

About the role:

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and passionate Allied Health Assistant who is ready for a new adventure. You will join us in the Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP) that aims to transition aged care clients safely from hospital back into the community. The TACP Allied Health Assistant will work closely with the TACP multidisciplinary team to support clients to achieve their goals.

Responsibilities:

• Complete delegated clinical care and support tasks as directed by a supervising Allied Health Professional, ensuring high quality patient care within Murrumbidgee Local Health District
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, maintaining professional communication with colleagues, external Allied Health providers, and patients and their families
• Perform administrative duties supporting the Allied Health team, including maintaining accurate records and utilising Microsoft Office applications
• Work independently within your scope of practice, prioritising workload, meeting deadlines, and escalating issues to your supervising Allied Health Professional when required
• Demonstrate cultural competence with a commitment to improving health outcomes for Aboriginal peoples, delivering respectful and inclusive care
• Participate in ongoing professional development including completion of a Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance within 3 years, and engage in annual performance reviews to support personal and service growth

What MLHD offer:

• Meaningful Impact - Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
• Flexible Working Arrangements - Designed to support work-life balance, aligned with NSW Health policy.
• Generous Salary Packaging - Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
• Professional Development - Take advantage of ongoing learning and career development opportunities.
• Health & Wellbeing Support - Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs, Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.

Ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (or commitment to complete within 3 years) or relevant equivalent qualification
• Effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills across all levels of internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, prioritising workload and meeting deadlines within scope of practice
• Proficient computer literacy including Microsoft Office and email applications
• Current Class C drivers licence and willingness to travel for work purposes

More information:

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Anne Phillips - Facility Manger, Cootamundra on [e-mail] for a confidential chat.

Applications close: 18 November 2026

MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community. If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.