Clinical Assistant

Why This Role Matters
Early childhood is a critical stage in development where early intervention can significantly influence long-term health, learning, and social outcomes. The Clinical Assistant plays a vital support role within the Child Development Service by assisting Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) in delivering structured, evidence-based care to children aged 0–8 years.
By contributing to screening, readiness assessments, and delegated treatment activities, this role ensures children receive timely diagnostic support within a multidisciplinary framework. Working within Sunshine Coast Health, you will be part of a values-driven organisation committed to respect, inclusion, and promoting human rights in healthcare delivery.

Job Description
Sunshine Coast Health is seeking a Clinical Assistant to support the Child Development Service Team in a flexible part-time capacity (38 hours per fortnight). The role contributes to total patient management by assisting Allied Health Professionals with delegated assessments, prescribed treatments, and non-treatment operational duties.
You will work under general supervision, following testing guidelines, legislation, clinical pathways, and decision-support tools to ensure safe and effective service delivery. This role supports children aged 0–8 years undergoing diagnostic assessment and early intervention planning.

Key Features of the Role
• Flexible part-time position (38 hours per fortnight)
• CA3 classification
• Hourly rate: $34.53 – $36.30
• Employer superannuation contribution up to 12.75%
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Salary packaging options
• Multidisciplinary work environment
• Ongoing training and development
• Inclusive and supportive workplace culture

Responsibilities
• Conduct delegated clinical screening assessments within scope and guidelines
• Deliver prescribed treatment activities under AHP supervision
• Perform basic screening and Readiness for Care assessments
• Collect and document preliminary health data
• Use standardised tools to monitor developmental outcomes
• Identify potential changes required in programs and discuss with supervising AHP
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation
• Support operational efficiency of the Child Development Service

Required Qualifications
• Relevant allied health assistant or clinical support qualification
• Eligibility to work within Queensland Health
• Ability to operate within delegated clinical scope
• Understanding of healthcare compliance and confidentiality standards

Educational Requirements
• Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (desirable)
• Relevant training in paediatrics or developmental services (advantageous)
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

Experience and Skills
• Experience supporting Allied Health Professionals (preferred)
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Ability to follow clinical pathways and structured guidelines
• Organisational and time-management skills
• Team-oriented mindset
• Compassionate approach to working with children and families

Salary Insights
This role is classified under CA3 with an hourly rate between $34.53 and $36.30. Employees receive:
• Up to 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Annual incremental salary increases
• Salary packaging benefits
• Access to professional development opportunities

These benefits make Queensland Health positions highly competitive within the public healthcare sector.

Company Overview
Sunshine Coast Health operates within Queensland’s public health system, delivering clinical and community health services across the region. The Child Development Service provides multidisciplinary diagnostic assessment and early intervention for children aged 0–8 years.
The organisation is committed to diversity, inclusion, employee wellbeing, and providing safe, high-quality healthcare to the community.

FAQs
Q: Is this a full-time role?
No, this is a flexible part-time position (38 hours per fortnight).

Q: What classification applies?
CA3 classification.

Q: Are agency applications accepted?
No, only direct candidate applications are considered.

Q: What age group does the service support?
Children aged 0–8 years.

Application Tips
• Highlight experience in allied health or paediatric services
• Demonstrate ability to work within delegated clinical scope
• Emphasise documentation and communication skills
• Showcase teamwork within multidisciplinary environments
• Address commitment to inclusive and respectful care