Allied Health Assistant | AHA | AHA2 | IC Geriatric Services

4 weeks ago


Whyalla, Australia SA Health Full time

Allied Health Assistant | AHA | AHA2 | IC Geriatric Services

Job no: 910986

Work type: Part time

Location: Adelaide Metro Northern

Categories: Administration, Business and Management, Allied and Scientific Health

- Central Adelaide Local Health Network

- Salary: AHA2 - $58,709.00 - $63,154.00 p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits

- Sefton Park SA, 5083

- Part Time, Contracted Role working 15 hours per week up to 30 Jun 2026

- Occasional weekend work required

About the Role

As an Allied Health Assistant, you will support patients and their families across CALHN’s Integrated Care Geriatric Services programs, including Geriatrics in the Home (GITH), the Multidisciplinary Community Geriatric Service (MCGS), and the Geriatric Outreach Service (GOS). Working under the guidance of the multidisciplinary team (MDT), you will provide therapy support and practical assistance with daily living activities to help improve wellbeing and independence for older persons.

You will contribute to hospital avoidance and substitution strategies by ensuring patients receive timely, compassionate and effective care in the most appropriate setting. Your support will help families feel supported and connected throughout the care journey, in a team delivering safe, person-centred care for older members of the community.

About You

You are a compassionate and motivated Allied Health Assistant with qualifications, skills, and experience to support patients and families in healthcare or community settings. You will have excellent communication and teamwork abilities and work well in multidisciplinary environments, while also delivering safe, effective, and person-centred care.

- Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance (or equivalent qualification in aged care, community health, disability, or a related health field) with experience in healthcare or community settings.

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage with patients from diverse backgrounds and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.

- Highly motivated, reliable, and adaptable with the ability to manage workloads, follow care plans, use initiative, and maintain professionalism in demanding environments.

- Commitment to ongoing professional development with knowledge of MDT practices and the ability to apply digital and administrative skills to support patient care.

About CALHN

CALHN is a large health network delivering clinical care, research, and innovation. We value safe and connected healthcare for patients, communities, and staff.

Application Information

- Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

- SA Health Services are required to implement vaccine-related policies in the workplace as applicable.

- Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Enquiries

Jordan Lockwood, Physiotherapist

Phone: 0479 188 245

E-mail: Jordan.Lockwood@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 10 October 2025

How to apply for further information is available on the SA Health Career Website.

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