Requisition ID: REQ700458

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 Hours per week

Remuneration: Allied Health Assistant Level 2-3: $67,188.26 - $74,286.63 per annum+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Fairfield Hospital

Applications close: 25/10/2026

Contact: Megan Holt - Occupational Therapy Manager on 02 9616 8343 or [email protected]

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia. Achieve Something Great Support older people to maintain independence, wellbeing and quality of life as part of a collaborative Allied Health team at Fairfield Hospital.

In this rewarding role, you will work alongside Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Social Workers to deliver person-centred care, enhance patient outcomes and support safe, timely transitions of care.

- Be part of an innovative multidisciplinary Allied Health team supporting older people with complex care needs at Fairfield Hospital
- Work across Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Social Work
- Deliver patient-centred mobility, functional maintenance and cognitive/social engagement activities
- Contribute to improving patient flow and supporting timely, safe discharges for vulnerable older people by being a key liaison with Residential Aged Care Homes.

Are You the Right Fit? Bring your compassion, resilience and strong interpersonal skills to a rewarding role supporting older people with complex care needs. Join a collaborative team where your patient-centred approach will help make a meaningful difference to patient wellbeing and outcomes every day.

- Robust communicator who can build positive relationships with patients, and external stakeholders
- Compassionate and patient-centred, with a genuine interest in working with older people.
- Comfortable providing hands-on support to patients with complex physical, cognitive and behavioural needs.
- Demonstrates empathy, patience and resilience when supporting patients who may experience dementia, delirium, confusion or challenging behaviours.
- Proactive,



organised and able to work independently while seeking guidance when required

Selection Criteria To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

- Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or relevant qualification or Minimum 12 months full-time equivalent relevant experience with commitment to undertake the Certificate IV in AHA within 12-month period
- Provide an example of a time you delivered hands-on care to a patient with complex physical, cognitive or behavioural needs. How did you manage risks, follow safe work practices and work within your scope of practice to achieve a positive outcome for the patient?
- Outline how you applied effective written and verbal communication skills, including your experience working with challenging clients or managing difficult customer behaviour, and how you used professional communication and networking skills to achieve a positive outcome.

If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.

- Position Information
- Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.

- How to Apply
- Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
- Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
- We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact [email protected]
- We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee,



multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
- Aboriginal Workforce
- For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [email protected]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

- Financial Perks
- 12% superannuation
- Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
- Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
- One extra day off each month for full-time employees
- Work-Life Balance
- Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

- Grow Your Career
- Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
- Health & Wellbeing
- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
- Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
- Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

- Vaccination Requirements
- All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.

- Child Safe Employment
- South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

- Temporary Positions
- For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

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