Love working with people, enjoy a bit of variety and want to see the difference your work makes every day? This one's for you!

Get hands-on and make every interaction count! Support consumers with complex needs, deliver delegated assessments and treatments, lead group programs and help people achieve their goals. And better yet - you'll work alongside a passionate team of Allied Health Professionals, sharing your knowledge, bringing ideas to the table and playing a key role in delivering great care.

If you have your Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (or equivalent), strong clinical knowledge, great people skills and the confidence to take initiative within your scope of practice, we want to hear from you!

Bring your experience, enthusiasm and can-do attitude to a team that makes a real difference to the lives of Central Queenslanders.

Job details

About us:

We're all about making a difference! From helping patients get back on their feet to supporting healthier communities, our teams work hand-in-hand with medical, nursing, technical and operational colleagues and community partners to make great things happen.

We're passionate about delivering exceptional care, finding better ways of doing things and helping our people shine. With plenty of opportunities to learn, grow, share ideas and build new skills, we're creating a culture where innovation thrives, clinical excellence is celebrated and everyone has the opportunity to make an impact. Together, we're helping Central Queenslanders live healthier, happier lives!

About the role:

• Deliver delegated clinical screening assessments, treatments and interventions for consumers with complex needs, using approved clinical pathways, decision support tools and guidelines.
• Lead group programs, provide engaging consumer education, monitor treatment outcomes and recommend adjustments within your scope of practice and delegated responsibilities.
• Work closely with Allied Health Professionals and the wider multidisciplinary team, coordinate delegated tasks, support and mentor fellow Allied Health Assistants, and help keep the team running smoothly.
• Contribute to quality improvement activities, maintain accurate clinical records, build your skills through ongoing learning and training, and juggle competing priorities with confidence.

About you:

• Qualified and ready to go. You hold a Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (or equivalent) and are excited to put your skills into action.
• Knowledge is your superpower. Strong allied health knowledge, understand the healthcare environment and have confidence with medical terminology, general medical conditions, basic anatomy and technology.
• A people person and team player. Fantastic communication and interpersonal skills, know how to build strong working relationships and can confidently liaise with, support and supervise others while understanding your scope of practice.
• Always looking for better ways. Help plan, deliver and evaluate quality improvement activities, and have the skills and confidence to provide delegated assessments and treatments for consumers with complex needs under the guidance of an Allied Health Professional.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $97,962 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $39.57 - $43.30 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6K696896

Applications close: Thursday, 26 November 2026

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Further information

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

This position will be filled in accordance with the Health Practitioner and Dental Officers (QUEENSLAND HEALTH) CERTIFIED AGREEMENT (No. 4) 2022.

Documents

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

• RK6K696896 - Senior Allied Health Assistant (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)