Allied Health Assistant Position No: 00006263 Level/Salary: HSO Level 2 $74,031 - $78,820 per annum pro rata Work Type: Casual, Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time Unit/Directorate: Sir Charles Gairdner Osborne Park Health Care Group Location: Nedlands/Stirling Closing Date: 2026-03-30 4:00 PM Attachments:
Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community?
This is for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time and Casual Appointments. Fixed Term appointments will be made with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. We have up to 1 FTE available to appoint. Job share arrangements may be considered.
What is our Allied Health Assistant role?
This role under the direction of the Occupational Therapy Coordinator involves providing individual and group treatments as directed by Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists. This may include activities such as helping a patient practise dressing, showing them how to use new equipment like a walking aid and teaching them ways to prevent falls. Patients may have a variety of diagnoses and be under the medical care of clinical teams including oncology, neurology, general medical and acute care of the elderly team.
You will also support the therapists in developing resources, initiating new programmes and measuring if ideas implemented have been effective.
This is an excellent opportunity to learn and apply new skills in an acute hospital environment with a variety of patients. You will be working with experienced therapists who value the role of an AHA and you will have access to regular education and supervision.
While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.
What we offer
NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits () including:
1. Generous salary packaging to increase take-home pay
2. Professional and career development opportunities
3. Diverse and inclusive culture
Want to know more about this role?
We think you’ll like it here
Our employees like working here, and we think you will too. Watch this video to find out what they have to say.
Ready to join our team?
The JDF is attached for reference. Your application should include:
4. A statement addressing the essential selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages as outlined in the attached JDF.
5. A detailed Resume which sets out your qualifications, capabilities and experience relevant to this position.
6. References - the names and contact details of two (2) referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to have been a recent supervisor.
Applicants must ensure their nominated referees are available to provide references when requested, as failure to do so may result in them being deemed unsuitable.
Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.
North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.
NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.
NMHS upholds the social model of disability. We welcome applicants who have disability and endeavour to support reasonable workplace adjustments and flexibility. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the NMHS Talent Attraction Group (TAG) at email .
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.
We look forward to receiving your application.
North Metropolitan Health Service 2025
filler Position Title Allied Health Assistant Agency North Metropolitan Health Service Salary Location Nedlands/Stirling Unit/Division Sir Charles Gairdner Osborne Park Health Care Group Work Type Casual, Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time Position No. 00006263 Closing Date Position Title Allied Health Assistant Location Nedlands/Stirling Work Type Casual, Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time Position No. 00006263 Salary Closing Date Description
Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community?
This is for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time and Casual Appointments. Fixed Term appointments will be made with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. We have up to 1 FTE available to appoint. Job share arrangements may be considered.
What is our Allied Health Assistant role?
This role under the direction of the Occupational Therapy Coordinator involves providing individual and group treatments as directed by Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists. This may include activities such as helping a patient practise dressing, showing them how to use new equipment like a walking aid and teaching them ways to prevent falls. Patients may have a variety of diagnoses and be under the medical care of clinical teams including oncology, neurology, general medical and acute care of the elderly team.
You will also support the therapists in developing resources, initiating new programmes and measuring if ideas implemented have been effective.
This is an excellent opportunity to learn and apply new skills in an acute hospital environment with a variety of patients. You will be working with experienced therapists who value the role of an AHA and you will have access to regular education and supervision.
While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.
What we offer
NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits () including:
7. Generous salary packaging to increase take-home pay
8. Professional and career development opportunities
9. Diverse and inclusive culture
Want to know more about this role?
We think you’ll like it here
Our employees like working here, and we think you will too. Watch this video to find out what they have to say.
Ready to join our team?
The JDF is attached for reference. Your application should include:
10. A statement addressing the essential selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages as outlined in the attached JDF.
11. A detailed Resume which sets out your qualifications, capabilities and experience relevant to this position.
12. References - the names and contact details of two (2) referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to have been a recent supervisor.
Applicants must ensure their nominated referees are available to provide references when requested, as failure to do so may result in them being deemed unsuitable.
Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.
North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.
NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.
NMHS upholds the social model of disability. We welcome applicants who have disability and endeavour to support reasonable workplace adjustments and flexibility. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the NMHS Talent Attraction Group (TAG) at email .
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.
We look forward to receiving your application.
North Metropolitan Health Service 2025
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