Job Description
Gr 3 Allied Health Assistant
Req ID:  4269
Posting Start Date:  17/07/2025
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Work Location:  The RMH Parkville (City campus) & The RMH Royal Park

The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers. Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.
Job Description: 

Grade 3 Allied Health Assistant

Royal Melbourne Hospital

 

  • Permanent, full time with ADO (80 hours/fortnight).
  • Based in General Medicine Physiotherapy Team
  • Located primarily at RMH City Campus.

 

The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Victoria’s largest hospitals providing a comprehensive range of health services including acute, sub-acute, general, and specialist surgical and medical services throughout inpatient and community-based facilities. We are also a proud part of the world-renowned Melbourne Biomedical Precinct, working in collaboration to advance research for continuous improvement of clinical care.  

 
The Royal Melbourne Hospital Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology service employs over 200 staff providing services across the City Campus in Parkville and the Royal Park Campus. We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced Grade 3 Allied Health Assistant to join our Physiotherapy service. 

Your new role: 

  • Provide inpatient Physiotherapy and Allied Health support and interventions within identified scope of practice as determined by Allied Health Clinician/s. 

  • Continue to broaden your skills and knowledge as an Allied Health Assistant. 

  • Communicate with a range of people including patients, families, carers and staff from other disciplines. 

  • Assist in the provision of leadership and coordination of other Allied Health Assistants and Allied Health Assistant student placements across The Royal Melbourne Hospital. 

  • Assist with the management and prioritisation of Allied Health Assistant weekday and weekend caseloads. 

 

About you: 

  • You hold an Allied Health Assistant Certificate IV or equivalent and have a minimum of three years’ experience (full time equivalent) as a Grade 2 (or equivalent).
  • You have strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as administrative skills. 
  • You are adaptable and thrive in a dynamic multidisciplinary team environment. 
  • You have a passion for patient centred care and are able to follow instructions and guidance from Physiotherapists and Allied Health clinicians. 
  • You hold a current Victorian driver's license and basic swimming capabilities.

 

Benefits of working with The Royal Melbourne Hospital: 

  • Great opportunities for career diversity and professional development, including training and research opportunities, as well as access to mentorship and leadership programs. 
  • Melbourne City location – close to public transport and the CBD. 
  • Salary packaging options available. 
  • Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing programs including onsite staff gym, Staff Medical Service, Employee Assistance Program, Peer Support Program - run by our dedicated employees.

 

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Advertisement Contact (Name and phone):  Joseph Cobbledick 0488 234 187

Interested in Applying?

If this opportunity resonates with you and you have the experience and qualifications we’re looking for, we encourage you to apply without delay. We’re reviewing applications and scheduling interviews immediately. Advertising may cease prior to the closing date. For a confidential discussion or more information, please reach out using the contact details above.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and a Working with Children Check. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of an immunisation assessment prior to commencement.

Please note: This position is for applicants only. We do not accept applications from recruitment agencies or third-party representatives.

The RMH stands in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in work and care. We are proud to be a workplace that champions diversity, inclusion and equality for our staff and our community.  Our goal is for our people to feel safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best every single day. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to our vacancies, and will consider adjustments to support such applications.