Title: Allied Health Assistant
Requisition ID: 6847
Location:
Eastern Health, VIC, AU, 3128 Box Hill, VIC, AU, 3128 Wantirna, VIC, AU, 3152 Burwood East, VIC, AU, 3151 Upper Ferntree Gully, VIC, AU, 3156
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Job Posting Date: 5 Aug 2026
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Allied Health Assistant – Multiple Positions Across Various Locations
Part-time, full-time and casual opportunities across professions including Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Social Work
Enjoy flexible work options, peer support and regular supervision and reviews within a collaborative multidisciplinary team
Grow your career through mentoring, professional development and diverse clinical experiences across multiple specialties
About the role
We are seeking passionate and motivated Grade 2 and 3 Allied Health Assistants (AHAs) to join our team across a range of professions and Eastern Health sites.
The roles on offer are across all our allied health professions in our acute and rehab bed-based services. As a multidisciplinary AHA you work with two or more allied health professions, contributing to a coordinated, patient-centred model of care. These roles are new to Eastern Health and, while across many professions, they are sit under the supervision of one allied health profession and can access development opportunities and support from any of the professions. The profession-specific roles are key players in the Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy teams who work to deliver safe, evidence-based and person-centred care as part of the multi-disciplinary bed-based teams.
Social Work AHAs are new roles and are a great opportunity for 3rd and 4th year Social Work students and qualified AHAs to develop knowledge and skills in providing an innovative and high-quality hospital social work service.
We also have an opportunity for an AHA to join the Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP). This is an internationally recognised, evidence-based program designed to prevent delirium and functional decline in older people during their hospital stay. HELP uses a multidisciplinary approach, supported by trained staff and volunteers, to provide cognitive, social, mobility, hydration, nutrition, vision and hearing support tailored to individual patient needs. The program aims to enhance the hospital experience for older adults, promote independence, improve health outcomes, and support safe discharge planning. Through person-centred care and meaningful engagement, HELP contributes to maintaining dignity, wellbeing and quality of life for older patients.
We offer a supportive, inclusive environment with strong supervision, generous entitlements, and professional development opportunities to help you grow your career. We are investing heavily in our AHA workforce and actively partner with our workers to grow their skills and enhance their working experience. Whether you are looking to develop your skills, broaden your experience or take the next step in your allied health career, you will be supported to make a genuine difference to our diverse community.
Our current opportunities include:
Permanent, part time:
24 hours per week Grade 3 Occupational Therapy AHA located at Peter James Centre in Burwood East
32 hours per week Grade 3 multidisciplinary AHA based in rehab services located at Wantirna
Fixed term, full time:
Physiotherapy AHA located at Maroondah Hospital
Grade 3 Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP) AHA located at Peter James Centre in Burwood East
Casual:
Grade 2 and 3 Social Work AHAs across multiple sites
Grade 3 multidisciplinary AHA located at Box Hill Hospital and/or Maroondah Hospital on weekends and weekdays
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess:
Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or recognised equivalent.
For Grade 2 AHAs, a minimum of 80 hours of clinical experience.
For Grade 3 AHAs, a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Grade 2 AHA.
Demonstrated human rights-based approach to all aspects of work.
An ability to recognise, understand and report risk with sound judgement.
Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role, and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.
About Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.
Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.
This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
Mentor and Shadowing program
Access to discovery days across our 50 sites
Study and professional development leave
Friendly and supportive teams
Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
Fitness passport for work-life balance
Employee assistance program accessible to you and your loved ones
Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements
Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme
Access to private health insurance offers
Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training
Cafes at all our hospitals
Next steps
Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference and are eligible to work in Australia. We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates. If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.
Good to know
We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
Advertising may end before the closing date.
We do not accept recruitment agency applications.
Please click here to view the Position Descriptions:
Grade 2 Allied Health Assistant
Grade 3 Allied Health Assistant
Multidisciplinary Grade 3 Allied Health Assistant
Contact Person: Katherine Gilopidis
Contact Email: [email protected]
Need help submitting your application?
Contact the Hiring Manager listed in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (option 1) for support.
Our Values in Action
Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day
