Allied Health Assistant Grade 2 or 3

Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives. 

We provide safe and equitable care, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leading expertise and over 175 years of experience. 

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Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network.

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Embark on a rewarding career and be part of a team where your dedication makes a difference in people’s lives.   

About the Role

We’re excited to offer an Allied Health Assistant (AHA) Grade 2 or 3 position in the Physiotherapy & Exercise Physiology team at the Kingston Centre (grade dependent upon experience). This opportunity is for:

• Kingston Centre: Full-time ongoing Grade 2 or 3 AHA role in the Physiotherapy & Exercise Physiology Sub-acute team, focusing on gerontology, neurological, and general reconditioning patients 

We welcome applications from candidates seeking both full-time and part-time opportunities. This is a great opportunity to join a high performing team that offers support and promotes growth. 

In this role you will be responsible for the provision of assistance to Physiotherapists, Exercise Physiologists and other Allied Health professionals. Performing work of a general nature under the delegation and supervision of Allied Health professionals including, but not limited to: 

• Work under delegation to implement therapeutic and related activities, in individual and group settings 

• Provide clinical support to Allied Health professionals in delivering therapy programs 

• Provide non-clinical assistance to Allied Health professionals including but not limited to administrative and cleaning duties 

As part of the Allied Health team, you will be expected to work across sites as required.    

About Us 

Monash Health Allied Health share the vision of One Team; Making a Difference Together. The vision is underpinned by the following principles:    

• We provide quality care focused on the person in the context of their life   

• We are interdisciplinary and innovative with a can-do attitude   

• We view change and challenge as great opportunities  

At Monash Health, Allied Health provides integrated, inter-professional care focused on delivering the highest quality, patient-centred outcomes across the care continuum. Our AHA workforce is an essential part of this service.  

About You

The successful candidates will be required to participate in/lead programs, processes and quality improvement activities as part of our Allied Health Assistant and Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology teams. You may be responsible for representing your local Allied Health Assistant team at Monash Health AHA group meetings and will demonstrate excellence in initiative and program implementation and a commitment to ongoing evaluation and best practice. Communication and working effectively in a team are pivotal to this role.  

What you need:  

• Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance   

• Relevant experience working as an AHA in a health care setting preferred (minimum of three years of experience - fulltime equivalent required for Grade 3) 

• A current Australian Drivers Licence  

In Return

As a valued member of the Monash Health team, you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and career progression, including: 

• Salary packaging – increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options 

• Professional development – access to ongoing training, education, and leadership opportunities to support your career growth 

• Supportive team environment – work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence 

• Employee wellbeing – benefit from a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), staff wellbeing initiatives, and a strong focus on work-life balance 

• Career mobility – opportunities to work across Victoria’s largest public health service with a wide range of roles and career pathways 

• Diverse and inclusive workplace – join an organisation that celebrates and embraces diversity and fosters a culture of respect and belonging 

At Monash Health, you’ll be making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities while advancing your career in a leading healthcare organisation.

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AHA Gr 3 Position Description can be found here

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Our Culture and Values 

At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement. 

Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence. 

You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do. 

We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time. 

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.