AddressJob reference: 863320
Location: 5723 - COOBER PEDY
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
- Eyre and Far North Local Health Network, Coober Pedy
- Salary: $29,725 - $70,968 p.a - AHA1/AHA2/AHA3
- Temporary Full Time (up to 18 April 2025)
Overview
A great opportunity is available to work as an Allied Health Assistant in Coober Pedy for the Eyre and Far North Local Health Network. As the Allied Health Assistant, you will provide assistance and support to the Allied Health Professionals in the delivery of Allied Health services to patients/clients of the Eyre and Far North Region, under the supervision of an Allied Health professional.
The Allied Health Assistant (AHA) level 1 role is primarily a role defined to enable training in the AHA work with the view of progression to AHA level 2 upon successful completion of either Certificate 3 in Allied Health Assistance, or at the end of 6 months continuous employment, whichever is sooner and on the understanding that the incumbent is not subject to any performance management processes at that time.
To qualify as an AHA1 you must be eligible to undertake Allied Health Assistance Certificate Level 3 training.
To qualify as an AHA2 you must hold or be working towards Certificate 3 in Allied Health Assistance.
To qualify as an AHA3 you must have a Certificate 4 in Allied Health Assistance, or equivalent.
Please refer to the job pack below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities and qualifications.
Benefits
- Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of Eyre & Far North means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
- In addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is.
- Up to $15,000 reimbursed Relocation cost may be available
The Region
The Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN) covers almost 440,000 square kilometres of spectacular South Australia, supporting about 40,000 people living around Eyre Peninsula and the Far North of the state.
With its ancient outback landscapes and culture, boutique vineyards, renowned oyster farms and Australia's best-kept-secret surf coast, the Eyre Peninsula and Far North offers a lifestyle that will inspire and energise you. The region enjoys a Mediterranean style climate so there's plenty of opportunity to enjoy everything the region has to offer. From surfing and fishing to hiking and exploring the outback - create your best life, right here.
To find out more about working in Eyre and Far North LHN visit Eyre and Far North LHN | SA Health.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.
Check(s)
- DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
- National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A
SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 863320
Enquiries
Caitlin Parker
Allied Health Program Manager - Child Health
Phone: 7669 1063
E-mail: **************@sa.gov.au
Application Closing Date
7 May 2024 - 11.55PM
Attachments
863320 Allied Health Assistant - Job Pack.pdf
Australian applicant guidelines
International applicant guidelines
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
