Allied Health Assistant Grade 3 - Physiotherapy

Allied Health Assistant - Grade 3

• Multiple positions – fixed term and permanent part time roles  

• Acute and subacute hospital care as part of a team of Allied Health Assistants 

• A supportive and empowering environment for Allied Health Assistants within a dynamic team.

Be part of the Angliss Hospital physiotherapy team focused on caring for a diverse range of patients in their early stages of hospital care 

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.

About the Role

Join the physiotherapy and broader multidisciplinary team in delivering care to a diverse range of patients during their acute and subacute hospital admission. Work with the team to deliver therapeutic interventions through clear delegations, support setup and maintenance of therapy spaces, be actively engaged in patient equipment management an provision and work with the multidisciplinary team to support excellent care for our patients at Eastern Health. 

You will have: 

• Opportunities to work across diverse clinical areas within Angliss Hospital including Medicine, Surgery, Acute Care of the Older Person (ACOP), Geriatric Evaluation and Management (GEM) and the Emergency Department, offering broad skill development and exposure. Potential to work within the Intensive Care and High Dependency Units

• Comprehensive clinical supervision and support provided by our Angliss Physiotherapy Team 

• Participation in the Eastern Health Allied Health Assistant Professional Development Program, supporting ongoing learning and career progression for all our AHA’s across Eastern Health as part of a large, supportive AHA team, with peer support from an experienced group of Grade 3 AHAs across the Eastern Health Network and amongst the Grade 3 AHA team at Angliss, within the Physiotherapy and broader allied Health Teams. 

• Join a fun, dynamic, and socially connected team that values collaboration, wellbeing, and a positive workplace culture 

About You

To be successful in the role you will possess:  

Essential:

• Certificate 4 Allied Health Assistant (or equivalent) from a registered training organisation  

• Completion of Physiotherapy modules as part of Certificate 4 training 

• At least 3 years experience working as a Grade 2 Allied Health Assistant or equivalent 

• Experience and/or ability to supervise Allied Health Assistant Students

• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills  

• Current Australian working rights / Visa  

• Please note this role does not align with student application if currently undergoing training 

Desirable: 

• Public Health experience either as a student or employee 

• Experience working within an acute or subacute hospital setting either as a student or employee 

Please refer to the attached position description for further details about the role 

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.

Those that are offered and/or start between January and April do not require an up to date vaccination for Influenza to progress providing they are aware of its requirement later in the year. Those that are offered and/or start between May and December require the up to date Influenza vaccination prior to offer.

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 & supportive teams
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 
• Fitness Passport for work-life balance 
• Employee Assistance program accessible for 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 of 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 application

If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.

Please click here for the position description link

Contact Person: Heather Fitzgerald

Contact Email: [email protected]

Job Posting End Date: 16/07/2026

Need help submitting your application?

Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1) | Medical Workforce Unit on (03) 9895 3469. [TA for Non Medical roles, MWU for Medical roles]

Click Here for the Candidate Guide also for help in our recruitment process!

Our Values in Action:

Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day