Allied Health Assistant

Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network - Whyalla
AHA3 or AHA2 | Casual
Base Salary Range: $34.55 - $36.82 per hour | 25% Casual Loading | Casual contract (up to 30 June 2026) | AHA3
$30.01 - $32.28 per hour | 25% Casual Loading | Casual contract (up to 30 June 2026) | AHA2 Please note that as this position is multi-classed as either an AHA3 or AHA2, the classification will be determined by qualifications and experience.
Become part of our passionate team and use your expertise to create lasting, positive change in the health and wellbeing of our community
About Us:
The Flinders and Upper North region offers a relaxed lifestyle, breath taking views, endless adventures and friendly and diverse communities.
With a short commute to work, you'll have more time in your day to spend with your family, friends and explore the many attractions of the Flinders and Upper North region.
With wide-open spaces, parks and sports and access to many recreational activities, you'll find something to enjoy outside of work.
There is access to public and private schooling, including tertiary education, making it a great place to raise a family.
You will become a part of a supportive and welcoming team and have opportunities to work in a variety of settings whilst working across both discipline specific and multi-disciplinary teams.
You'll also have access to continuing education and development opportunities, allowing you to grow your career, all while working to improve community health outcomes and wellbeing.
Find out more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network at: Working at the FUNLHN
FUNLHN Information Service:
Allied and Community Health Service
Our Allied and Community Health Teams are multi-disciplinary teams who work together towards the common goal of improving health outcomes of our community members.
Services are based in Port Augusta and Whyalla, with regular outreach clinics held in Roxby Downs, Quorn, Hawker, Maree and Leigh Creek.
We offer a wide range of centre-based, in-home and community-based services to people of all ages and tailor our services to best meet our client needs.
To find out more about the Services at Country Health Connect - Flinders and Upper North Community Health Service | SA Health
About Support and Training: Supervision - as per the Regional LHN Allied Health Supervision Framework
Access to Professional Development funding
Scholarships may be available to undertake a Certificate of Rural General Practice/Graduate Diploma of Rural Generalist Practice via the Allied Health Rural Generalist Pathway (AHRGP) Rural Generalist Program - JCU Australia
Access to contextual Aboriginal Cultural Awareness Training (specific to the region) and access to Aboriginal Liaison Officers and Aboriginal Health Practitioners
Links with Rural Support Service (RSS) - for useful resources and professional support and/or Clinical Governance About the Role:
Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives?
As an Allied Health Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting the Regional Clinical Services Team by helping deliver high-quality allied health services to patients and clients.
Working under the guidance of experienced allied health professionals, you'll contribute to better health outcomes and be part of a collaborative, purpose-driven team dedicated to community wellbeing.
Learn more about our Allied Health workforce
Looking for a change in scenery?
- Allied Health About You:
AHA3 Certificate 4 in Allied Health Assistance, or equivalent.
Experience working in a service environment.
AHA2 Hold or be working towards Certificate 3 in Allied Health Assistance, or equivalent.
Experience working in a service environment.
Please refer to the role description below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.
Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) Applicant Information: Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
Job Ref: 905810 Want To Know More?
Contact:
Tess Badenoch - Acting Regional Team Leader (Clinical Services), 8648 8327, @