Finished your Deadly Start Traineeship and ready to take the next step in your healthcare career?This Allied Health Assistant Trainee (Identified) position offers a six-month opportunity for Deadly Start alumni to build on the skills, knowledge and experience gained through their traineeship. By working alongside experienced allied health professionals within multidisciplinary teams, you'll be support to further develop your clinicals skills, gain hands‐on experience and showcase your readiness for future Allied Health Assistant opportunities in Queensland Health.This role is designed to be a supported transition into the health workforce, providing intentional opportunity for Deadly Start alumni to consolidate their learning, grow their confidence and gain clinical experience as an Allied Health Assistant. Let us help you turn your training into a career! Make sure to include your cover letter and CV with your application.
About your new employer
Career Growth and DevelopmentWe support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and robust institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage
A strong community‐driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro‐level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close‐knit professional network.




Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.
Market-competitive salary and benefits
Generous remuneration package value up to $**** p.m. comprising:Salary range: $***** to $***** p.h. (CA2)4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading*****% employer contribution to superannuationPlus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
About your opportunity
Join Townsville HHS as an Allied Health Trainee (Identified) and contribute to the delivery of safe and effective patient care. Working under the delegation of allied health professionals, you'll provide clinical care and health screening, support patients throughout their care, and assist with clinical resources and patient information. You'll wokr collaboratively within allied health teams while building practical skills and experience in a supportive learning environment.
Requirements
Certficate III in Allied Health Assistance (or equivalent) is highly desirable
Under the s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act ****, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role
Pre-employment checks will be conducted
Please refer to the Role Description for further details
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted
Applications close: Thursday, 17 September ****
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📌 Allied Health Assistant - Trainee (Identified) (Townsville)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Townsville