Richmond Health Service, is an acute facility that provides an accident and emergency service, a general medical/surgical ward, long-stay elder care and daily outpatient session.

An opportunity has arisen for an Advanced Allied Health Assistant to join the Rural Allied Health Western Hub, located in Richmond, on a permanent full-time basis.

Job details

Are you ready to make a difference in public healthcare?

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland and our purpose is "great care every day,".

Our values are:

Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement

We are seeking committed and passionate professionals to help us achieve our mission.

About the opportunity:

Position: Advanced Allied Health Assistant
Vacancy: Permanent full-time
Location: Rural Allied Health Western Hub, Richmond

About the role:

Ever thought about a career in healthcare? As the Allied Health Assistant in Richmond, this is your chance to work as part of the Rural Allied Health and Richmond MPHS teams to deliver excellent care for patients and residents of the Richmond Multipurpose Health Service (MPHS), and the wider Richmond community.

In this role, you will work with the Physiotherapist, Social Worker, Speech Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, Podiatrist, and other allied health professionals to deliver goal-oriented therapeutic interventions to support great patient and resident outcomes. With no two days the same, this is an excellent opportunity to showcase your high level interpersonal and communication skills in a health care environment.

Enjoy a generous remuneration package value up to $92,813 p.a. comprising:

• Salary range: $2916.00 to $3118.00 p.f. (CA4)
• Annual leave with 17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Why Choose Us?

• Job Security: Enjoy stability in your career and become empowered with a supportive employer committed to your growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages, including comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and generous leave entitlements.
• Lifestyle and location: Imagine the profound sense of freedom that comes from gazing across a land, gleaming in the sun, that is so vast and unique it spans from the plains of the downs region to the forest country's gidgee trees and the refreshing waters of Queensland's longest river. Discover why Richmond is frequently described as `an oasis in the Outback'. 

Mandatory requirements:

• While a Certificate IV in AHA or equivalent will allow you to step into this role now, if you don't have this qualification but are the right person for the job, we will support you to learn and grow on the job while working as a CA3 Allied Health assistant.
• Possession of C class drivers' licence.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted including criminal history clearance, including Blue Card Checks and NDIS Worker Screening Checks.
• A can-do attitude and a willingness to learn!

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now if you want to help us shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Natalie Davidson on (07) 4787 0433.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV638318 

Applications close: Monday, 2 June 2025.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  CA4 Allied Health Assistant - Advanced (Richmond) 32140324 (Word, 383KB)
  Role Description