The Team:

Seeking enthusiastic Allied Health Assistants to join our Allied Health team. We have a strong focus on professional support and career development, supporting all members of the team as they work in a dynamic and innovative environment. We provide opportunities to learn alongside a diverse group of skilled colleagues, working collaboratively with patients throughout their healthcare journey.

The Role:

The Allied Health Assistant-Multidisciplinary assists with the daily functioning of Physiotherapy Services and Allied Health across the Southern Region of Tasmania in the provision of effective and efficient client care. They will exercise initiative and independent judgement in undertaking daily tasks, under the direct and/or indirect supervision from physiotherapists and other allied health professionals. This may also include working with multiple disciplines in the areas of Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Social Work and other allied health services.

They will assist therapists and other therapy assistants with preparation for and prescribed treatment of patients, including transportation of patients to and from treatment areas, evaluate patient progress, communicate treatment outcomes to the therapist and document in patient’s medical progress notes.

Exercise initiative and independent judgment in undertaking delegated tasks under supervision including assisting clinicians in the rehabilitation and/or treatment of clients, preparation of equipment for use in treatment and other related tasks.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania:

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment:

Permanent, full time, day worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary: General Stream, Operational Health Officer Level 3

$67,193 to $72,126 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Salary Packaging:

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

Current Working with Children Registration (where applicable and as determined by individual position requirements)

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Certificate IV in Health Service Assistance (Allied Health Assistance) or equivalent qualification
• Tertiary student of a relevant and approved allied health course of study at a recognised tertiary institution
• Driver’s Licence

Position Features:

• Regular weekend work may be required
• Some intrastate travel may be required

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties:

• 523886L5 Generic Allied Health Assistant OHO3

Application Guide:

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide

How to apply:

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1–2-page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

Applications close on 5 October 2025, 11:55pm.

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Elisabeth Pilgrim
Position: Deputy Manager- Physiotherapy Services
Phone number: (03) 6166 8634
Email address: [email protected]

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Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.