Allied Health Assistant

Published
May 28, 2025
Location
Petersham, Australia
Category
Default
Job Type
Casual
Up to $18,550 salary packaging benefits (lower your taxable income and increase your take home pay)
Fitness Passport & HCF Private Health Insurance discounts
Casual opportunity
Availability to work weekends is essential
Based in Petersham NSW 2049
About us..
Royal Rehab Private Petersham is part of the Royal Rehab Group, a leading provider of disability and rehabilitation services. A 34-bed private rehabilitation hospital centrally located in Petersham NSW, Royal Rehab Private Petersham is close to public transport and with access to off street parking.
We provide the highest level of patient care through dedicated staff experienced in all major rehabilitation specialties. Multidisciplinary care is delivered to patients according to individualised patient goals and needs. Our sole focus is helping our patients achieve a better quality of life through rehabilitation, and we are constantly looking at new ways to help improve patient outcomes.
About the role..
Are you passionate about making a difference in clients' lives? We're offering an exciting opportunity to join our friendly weekend team at Petersham. We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Allied Health Assistant to collaborate closely with our skilled Allied Health Therapists within a multidisciplinary team. You will play a crucial role in our inpatient rehabilitation unit, day rehabilitation program, and outpatient/NDIS program, with occasional opportunities to support other units.
If you're looking to work in a supportive environment where your expertise is valued and your professional growth is encouraged, this is the perfect role for you
**Key responsibilities include**:
Implement individual and group therapy programs following written/verbal instructions, predominantly under the instruction/supervision of the Allied Health team.
Assist with hydrotherapy sessions as required, including getting into the pool.
Assist with walking and transferring clients.
Assist with outdoor mobility and community access practice.
Report changes in patient’s condition and incidents to therapist immediately.
Document in the medical record in accordance with Royal Rehab Private Petersham guidelines.
Ensure continuity of care by providing detailed handovers to other therapists.
Tidy and clean therapy areas according to infection control guidelines.
Ensure Allied Health and ward equipment is maintained in good working order, maintain an inventory of items and organise supplies as required.
Complete admin duties as requested by therapists/Allied Health Manager.
About you..
**We are seeking a self-motivated and friendly individual with**:
**Essential criteria**:
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Excellent teamwork, time management and self-organisational skills.
Willingness to learn.
**Desirable Criteria**:
Cert IV in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent.
Previous experience working within a private hospital or rehabilitation setting.
Experience working with people with physical and neurological disabilities.
Ability to independently implement treatment programs with individual clients and within a group setting.
Knowledge of disability specific or adaptive equipment.
Ability to swim.
What we offer
**Salary Packaging**: Lower your taxable income and increase your take home pay

**Benefits**: Fitness Passport & HCF Private Health Insurance discounts
**Career growth**: Genuine career opportunities
**Work life balance**: Flexible work arrangements
**Salary**: Competitive remuneration
**Employee Assistance Program**: Access to professional counselling and coaching for you and your immediate family
**Leadership**: Supportive and experienced leadership team
**Culture**: Friendly and close-knit team environment
We are proud of our diverse and skilled team of passionate healthcare and support professionals committed to delivering the very best for the people we serve. A career at Royal Rehab Private Petersham is the opportunity to make a difference with a progressive and innovative organisation, built on a rich history of community care since 1899.
What’s next
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, address the essential criteria in your cover letter and
Please note, only applicants that address this essential criteria will be considered.
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The successful applicant will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including but not limited to a current criminal record check working with children check, employment history and referee checks.
A career with Royal Rehab Private Petersham is an opportunity to collaborate, grow and make a difference with an iconic organisation recognised as a leader in rehabilitation and disability support.
We do not provide sponsorship and no agencies please.
**Further Enquiries**:
Emma Scriven, Allied Health Manager