Allied Health Assistant Emat

**Job no**: 916636
**Work type**: Casual
**Location**: Adelaide CBD
**Categories**: Allied and Scientific Health
- **Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide**:

- **Salary AHA-2 $31.21 - $33.57 per hour plus 25% casual leave loading**:

- **Casual**

**About the Role**

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in people’s lives? As an Allied Health Assistant (AHA) within the Emergency Multidisciplinary Assessment Team (EMAT), you’ll be part of a vibrant and supportive team, working closely under the guidance of allied health professionals to deliver high-quality care to patients across the Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN). Whether supporting clinical services at the Royal Adelaide Hospital or The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, your work will directly contribute to the wellbeing and recovery of patients across a range of care settings.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic environment where your role is truly valued. You’ll assist in the safe and efficient delivery of allied health services, helping to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients. With a strong focus on collaboration, compassion and professionalism, we’re looking for someone who’s committed to delivering person-centred care and enjoys working as part of a multidisciplinary team. If you're eager to grow your skills in a supportive, patient-focused setting, we’d love to welcome you to our team.

**About You**

You’re a motivated and compassionate individual with a genuine desire to support patients on their recovery journey. With a strong foundation in allied health assistance and a flexible, team-oriented mindset, you're ready to make a real difference in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Hold a Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance (or equivalent)
- Physically capable and confident in safe manual handling of patients
- Skilled in recognising and responding to changes in patient condition
- Organised, reliable and able to prioritise tasks in a busy team setting

**About CALHN**

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories, our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

**Benefit of Joining CALHN**

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

- **Salary Benefits**: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
- **Health and Fitness Benefits**: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
- **Employee Assistance Program**: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
- **Flexible Work Arrangements**: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
- **Employee Recognition**: Join a workplace where our people are celebrated through awards for innovation, collaboration, and outstanding contributions to health.
- **Career Opportunities**: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

**Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion**

**Application Information**:

- Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
- SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

**Job ref: 916636**

**Enquiries to**:

- Jess Anaf
- Position: Allied Health Team Leader, EMAT
Phone: 0481 430 067

**Application Closing Date**

11:55 pm Friday 17 October 2025

**Refer to the SA Health Career Website -**How to apply** for further information**

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**Advertised**: 03 Oct 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time
**Applications close**: 17 Oct 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time