Allied Health Assistant

Why This Role Matters
Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service is seeking an Allied Health Assistant to support rehabilitation services and improve patient recovery outcomes. This role is vital in assisting clinicians, enhancing patient care delivery, and ensuring efficient rehabilitation processes within hospital settings.

Job Description
As an Allied Health Assistant, you will support multidisciplinary teams by assisting with clinical assessments, delivering treatment programs, and managing patient-related documentation. You will work within rehabilitation services, particularly in acute and inpatient settings, contributing to patient recovery and care continuity.

Key Features
• Position: Allied Health Assistant
• Company: Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service
• Location: Southport, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
• Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time / Part-Time (up to 6 months, possible extension)

Responsibilities
• Assist in clinical screening and patient assessments
• Support delivery of rehabilitation interventions and treatment programs
• Manage daily workload independently and efficiently
• Maintain accurate patient records in line with legal and organisational standards
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary rehabilitation teams
• Support inpatient and inreach rehabilitation services

Required Qualification
• Relevant qualification or experience in Allied Health Assistance or healthcare support (preferred)

Important Requirements
• Evidence of vaccination (MMR, Varicella, Pertussis, Hepatitis B)
• Tuberculosis screening compliance
• Valid driver’s licence
• Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
• Criminal history screening clearance
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment

Employment Options
• Temporary full-time or part-time roles
• Opportunity for extension
• Work in a government healthcare setting

What We Offer
• Salary: $34.53 – $36.30 per hour + 12.75% superannuation
• Flexible work options
• Salary packaging benefits
• Career development opportunities
• Access to modern healthcare facilities
• Diverse and inclusive work culture
• Research and learning opportunities
• 17.5% leave loading

Experience and Skills
• Rehabilitation and patient care support skills
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow clinical instructions and protocols
• Documentation and record-keeping skills

Salary Insights
• $34.53 – $36.30 per hour + 12.75% super
• Competitive pay for government allied health support roles

Company Overview
Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service is a leading public healthcare provider in Queensland, delivering secondary and tertiary healthcare services across multiple facilities. With a large workforce and strong focus on innovation, research, and patient care, it plays a key role in supporting the health of communities across the Gold Coast and northern New South Wales.

FAQs
Who can apply?
Candidates with relevant healthcare or allied health assistant experience.

Where is the job located?
Southport, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia.

Is this a permanent role?
No, it is a temporary role (up to 6 months) with possible extension.

Are vaccinations mandatory?
Yes, required vaccinations and screenings must be completed.

Application Tips
• Highlight any healthcare or rehabilitation experience
• Emphasize teamwork and patient care skills
• Mention compliance with vaccination and screening requirements
• Showcase ability to work in fast-paced clinical environments