Position Details
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Allied Health Assistant Level 1 - 3
Location: Blue Mountains Hospital, Katoomba
Remuneration: $63,177.29 - $71,429.33 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ
Applications Close: 01/02/2026
With CORE Values of C ollaboration, O penness, R espect and E mpowerment, working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.
About Us
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions.
Blue Mountains District ANZAC Memorial Hospital is an acute hospital that supports a population of approximately 80,000 and is the only ANZAC Memorial hospital remaining in NSW. Easily accessible to Sydney residents, our team of clinicians, allied health, and support staff works with the community on a shared goal to maintain the delivery of high-quality healthcare in the Blue Mountains region.
We are seeking a dedicated Allied Health Assistant with a strong interest in physiotherapy to join our team. This role provides the opportunity to work across a range of clinical settings, including inpatient rehabilitation, medical wards, hydrotherapy, and aged care services. You will work under the direction of physiotherapists to deliver high quality care that supports patient recovery, mobility, and independence.
In this role, you will assist physiotherapists in implementing treatment programs, including exercises, mobility training, and hydrotherapy sessions. You will help prepare and maintain therapy equipment, monitor patient progress, and provide feedback to the clinical team. Your work will involve supporting patients during therapy activities and ensuring safety throughout all interventions.
Strong communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, and a commitment to patient centered care are essential. A proactive and compassionate approach to supporting patients in achieving their goals will set you apart.
This is a rewarding opportunity to gain experience in physiotherapy across diverse clinical environments. You will be part of a supportive team that values collaboration and professional growth, with access to ongoing development opportunities.
Join our supportive allied health team and play a meaningful role in delivering high‑quality, person‑centred care. Apply today and take the next step in a rewarding health career.
Benefits Available To Eligible NBMLHD Employees
* Accrued Day Off (ADO) for full time employees
* Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
* Novated Leasing
* Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
* Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
* Fitness Passport
NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.
NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards.
For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here.
What You Will Bring To The Role
* Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance or other equivalent and relevant qualification or willingness to obtain and/or experience as an Allied Health Assistant
* Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
* Demonstrated experience and skills in manual handling of patients and equipment
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
* Demonstrated ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and organise a busy workload
* Demonstrated ability to undertake clinical duties with patients once delegated and operate with minimal direct supervision
* Computer literacy, with the ability to use Office, email, and electronic patient record systems
* Current drivers licence and willingness to use for work purpose travel.
Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.
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