Allied Health Assistant (520050)

Service Tasmania; Launceston; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health service in Tasmania is seeking an Allied Health Assistant to work in their Outpatient Rehabilitation team. The role involves supporting various healthcare professionals in delivering therapy programs and scheduling appointments. Applicants must have strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a range of benefits including fitness access and salary packaging options.

Benefits

Professional development and accelerated pathways

Fitness Passport for access to fitness facilities

Study leave and Professional Development Support

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills to foster rapport with clients.
• Willingness to learn computer systems for scheduling.
• Ability to provide individual and group therapy programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist multiple Allied Health professions to support their clients.
• Coordinate and schedule appointments for the service.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Adequate computing skills

Ability to work with multiple disciplines

Education

Certificate IV in Health Service Assistance or equivalent

Tertiary student of an approved allied health course

Job description

The Team:

Outpatient rehabilitation is a multidisciplinary allied health outpatient service for clients returning home to the community following an inpatient admission. Outpatient rehabilitation is based at the Launceston General Hospital and provides goal-directed, time limited therapy for clients with physical, emotional and/or cognitive difficulties and deficits arising from their recent medical event. The service aims to deliver excellent care and improve functional outcomes for clients.

We offer an exciting and rewarding place to work, featuring contemporary, evidence-informed practise that sees our Allied Health Assistants working with our Allied Health Team and closely linked to the broader multidisciplinary team. We are dedicated to the development of our people and will provide a welcoming and supportive team environment to work within.

The Role:

This important role will see you working within the Outpatient Rehabilitation team at the Launceston General Hospital. As an Allied Health Assistant in this team, you will assist multiple Allied Health professions (Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Dietetics, Psychology and Social Work) to support their clients to reach their goals by delivering and supporting therapy programs. In addition to supporting individual and group programs you will assist with coordinating and scheduling appointments for the service.

You will need:

• Strong communication skills to foster rapport building with clients and engage with team members.
• Adequate computing skills and willingness to learn computer systems for the purpose of appointment scheduling and documentation.
• Ability to work with multiple Allied Health disciplines to provide individual and group therapy programs.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment:

Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76hours per fortnight, commencing from 2 February 2026.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary:

$67,193 to $72,176 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Salary Packaging:

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility:

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Certificate IV in Health Service Assistance (Allied Health Assistance) or equivalent qualification
• Tertiary student of a relevant and approved allied health course of study at a recognised tertiary institution

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties:

Generic Allied Health Assistant (LGH) OHO3 (Dec 2025).docx

Application Guide:

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

How to apply:

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Jacqui Bannon
Position: Allied Health Team Leader - Outpatient Rehabilitation
Email address: [e-mail]

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