Rural Allied Health Assistant

3 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia NSW Health Full time
Overview

Allied Health Assistant - Rural

The Western NSW LHD Rural Allied Health Assistant Program is a bespoke rural training experience designed to provide opportunity for participants to gain experience and skills, in a supported environment, to support therapy-based interventions by Allied Health professionals into the local rural health facility.

Role details
  • Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 30/06/2026 (Job share Considered)
  • Position Classification: Allied Health Assistant Level 1, Allied Health Assistant Level 2, Allied Health Assistant Level 3
  • Remuneration: $60, $68,682.13 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
  • Location: Lightning Ridge or Walgett, NSW
  • Hours Per Week: up to 38
  • Applications Close: 4th September 2025 – 11:59pm

Located within either the Lightning Ridge or Walgett MPS facilities you will be directed by allied health clinicians, both locally and from within the Local Health District, to enable and support holistic care for patients and residents. This position will also support the neighbouring Health Facilities. You will be well supported and will be an integral member of the community, contributing to the health and wellbeing of residents.

This position is temporary funding until 30 June 2026, with potential opportunity for ongoing employment. To view the Position Description, click to view the document.

About The Role

The Western NSW LHD Rural Allied Health Assistant Program provides a supported environment for participants to gain experience and skills to support therapy-based interventions by Allied Health professionals in local rural health facilities.

To apply, visit the WNSWLHD careers portal. A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. For remuneration and conditions, visit the NSW Public Health System Awards and the WNSWLHD guide to employment.

To Apply For This Role
  • Click 'Apply'
  • Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
  • Upload your current resume
  • Answer the selection criteria

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Dianne Harvey, Virtual Allied Health Service Manager on or at 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 (ongoing or temporary).
  • 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).
  • Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children.
  • Western NSW is committed to diversity, inclusion and belonging. We welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace delivering the best health outcomes.
  • For more information, visit NSW Public Health System Awards or a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD.

Note: This job posting is part of the current recruitment activity for Western NSW LHD and may be used to fill similar roles within the Local Health District.


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