Allied Health Assistant

About the opportunity

This position provides the successful applicant with an opportunity to work under a delegated model of care providing high levels of care and support to patients and residents of the Hughenden Hospital and wider community. Working with the Allied Health Team that consists of Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Social Work, Podiatry, Pharmacy and Dietetics, you will deliver goal-oriented therapeutic interventions to support enhanced patient functional and lifestyle outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your high level interpersonal and communication skills in a health care environment.

About your new employer

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Hughenden Multipurpose Health Service is an acute facility with 24-hour emergency and general medical care, with six long-stay nursing home-type beds.

Hughenden is situated on the banks of the Flinders, Queensland's longest river, and approximately halfway between Townsville and Mount Isa. Experience the casual small-town vibe, where the smiles are free and everyone has a greeting for newcomers.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $ $ p.f. (CA4)
• 4  weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading
• Locality allowance
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements:

• A Certificate IV – Allied Health Assistant or equivalent is required for this position. Evidence of any qualifications must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of duties.
• If Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent has not been completed, then appointment will be at CA3 classification in the Allied Health Assistant position until successful completion of the qualifications. It is expected that the successful applicant complete the required qualifications within 24 months of employment.
• Blue Card Checks: Potential applicants are advised that the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian Act 2000 requires Queensland Health to seek a 'working with children check' from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian prior to appointment to this position. 5.1.
• National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening Check
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary

Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Bridget Webber

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-

Applications close:  Thursday, 8 January 2026

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.