At a Glance
- Tasks: Support patient care and assist with therapy programs in a dynamic hospital environment.
- Company: Join the Northern Adelaide Local Health Network, a leading public healthcare provider.
- Benefits: Earn $32.30 per hour plus superannuation, with flexible shifts and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and offers career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while gaining hands-on experience in healthcare.
- Qualifications: Must have or be studying Certificate 3 in Allied Health Assistance.
The predicted salary is between 32.3 - 32.3 $ per hour.
Allied Health Assistant - ACRPC Casual Pool
Location: Adelaide Metro Northern
Salary: $32.30 per hour plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits – AHA2
This role attracts a fixed allowance that ensures a minimum salary equivalent to AHA2 (third increment) pro-rated, based on the Undertaking as within the Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025.
Casual up to 28 January 2028 (Multiple Positions)
About the Role:
At Modbury Hospital, the work of Allied Health Assistants is felt in every ward and treatment session, supporting patients to maximise their independence, recovery and quality of life. If you're looking to build hands‑on experience within a respected public health network — and make a genuine difference to people across Adelaide's northern suburbs — this casual pool opportunity with the Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is worth your attention.
Where You'll Make an Impact:
- Deliver therapy programs under the supervision of qualified allied health professionals
- Assist with patient mobility, exercise programs, and functional rehabilitation activities
- Support the preparation and maintenance of therapy equipment and clinical areas
- Contribute to a safe, person‑centred care environment across the ACRPC setting
What You'll Bring:
- Demonstrated ability to follow clinical instructions and work within a supervised allied health model
- Strong interpersonal skills and a calm, respectful approach with patients of varying needs
- Understanding of, or willingness to learn, safe patient handling techniques
- Ability to work flexibly across casual shifts within a busy environment
- Current or eligible SA Health employment screening, including DCSI clearance
To be eligible for this position, you must possess or be currently undertaking Certificate 3 in Allied Health Assistance.
About Us:
The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia, and one of the largest employers in northern Adelaide. NALHN serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high‑quality healthcare services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care, as well as primary health care services with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management.
Benefits of working at NALHN:
- Incremental wage increases in‑line with the Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025
- Access to experienced clinicians across a broad range of expertise, who are supportive of collegial sharing of skills and knowledge in different therapies and client presentations
- Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed
- Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas
- Professional development opportunities
- Regular clinical supervision, allowing you to receive individualised support, learning and development to help you achieve your career goals
SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.
Immunisation Risk for this position is – Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances).
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
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