Allied Health Assistant

*Employment Type:*
Permanent Part Time, 24 hours per week

*Location:*
Bowral Hospital

*Position Classification:*
Allied Health Assistant Level 2/3

*Remuneration:*
$ $34.63 per hour

*Requisition ID:*
REQ606800

*Application Close Date:*
06/10/2025

*Interview Date Range:*
08/10/2025 – 15/10/2025

*Contact Details:
Kimberley Gray –
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About The Opportunity*
As an Allied Health Assistant within the Occupational Therapy team, you will work under the direction of Occupational Therapists to support the delivery of high-quality care. Your responsibilities will include assisting with the preparation of treatment sessions and implementing therapeutic interventions.

In addition to clinical support, you will carry out a range of administrative tasks to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of Allied Health services. A key aspect of this role involves managing the equipment loan pool, which includes cleaning and maintaining equipment, updating databases and computer systems, and providing direct assistance to patients accessing this service.

We Are Looking For Someone

• With experience in use of computers and data base management
• Who is a quick learner and a team player
• Is able to work independently and has good communication and organisational skills

Requirements

• Current drivers licence

Benefits Available To SWSLHD Staff

• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
• Salary packaging and novated leasing options
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

What You'll Be Doing
To provide a high quality clinical service to clients and their families/carers under the supervision of an Allied Health Professional to optimise health outcomes for the clients of the service. The Allied Health Assistant is also responsible for undertaking designated departmental and administrative tasks necessary to support service delivery.

*Where you'll be working*
Nestled in the scenic Southern Highlands of New South Wales, Bowral is a charming regional town just 90 minutes southwest of Sydney. As the cultural and commercial hub of the Highlands, Bowral boasts vibrant tulip gardens, acclaimed restaurants, boutique shopping, and renowned cool-climate wineries.

Bowral Hospital offers the best of both worlds—providing high-quality care in a welcoming rural setting, while benefiting from close connections to major health centres such as Liverpool and Campbelltown Hospitals. Working in rural health presents unique opportunities to make a meaningful impact within the community and to grow professionally.

We are proud to cultivate a supportive, collaborative workplace where evidence-based care drives everything we do. Our team is experienced, passionate, and committed—and we look forward to welcoming a new member to join us on this journey

How To Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.

• Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or relevant qualification or Minimum 12 months full-time equivalent relevant experience with commitment to undertake the Certificate IV in AHA within 12 month period.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and complete activities (including ability to work within scope of practice and seek assistance when required) as delegated by supervising Allied Health Professional
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate across all levels
• Demonstrated good organisational skills, ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Demonstrated computer literacy skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office including management of emails, word processing and database management
• Must possess a valid Australian Drivers Licence (excluding learner driver's licences). If not already in possession, a NSW Drivers Licence must be obtained within 3 months of appointment.

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Additional Information
*Salary Packaging*
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.

*Health & Fitness*
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.

Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

*To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don't just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the
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SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people's rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
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