Allied Health Assistant - Speech Pathology - Rehabilitation

Overview

Employment Type
:
Permanent Part Time

Position Classification
:
Allied Health Assistants

Remuneration
: $63,177.29 - $63,177.29 per annum plus Superannuation

Hours Per Week
: 12

Requisition : REQ
635789

Application Close
: 4 February 2026

REQ
635789 - Allied Health Assistant - Speech Pathology - Rehabilitation

The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is ‘exceptional care, healthier lives’. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it.

St George Hospital is seeking a motivated Allied Health Assistant (AHA) to support the Speech Pathology team within the new Rehabilitation Precinct, including inpatient and outpatients.

You will assist Speech Pathologists in delivering communication and swallowing therapy programs for patients with acquired or traumatic brain injuries. You will help prepare therapy materials, support patient sessions, maintain equipment, and contribute to high‑quality, patient‑centred care.

We are looking for someone who is organised, proactive, compassionate, and eager to support best practice care within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team. Speech Pathology students who are wanting experience working in a hospital are encouraged to apply.

• Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
• Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
• Discounted Private Health Insurance.

• Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance, equivalent work experience or a willingness to work towards certification.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage with patients with communication impairments
• Demonstrated computer literacy skills with proven ability to learn new IT systems
• Demonstrated ability to work independently under the direction of a variety of healthcare professionals
• Demonstrated ability to organise work priorities and manage time effectively
• Experience or demonstrated understanding of working with patients with Speech Pathology focused goals of care.

• An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies.
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer.
• We do have an Aboriginal Employment Consultant that can also provide support (SESLHD-Aboriginal Workforce.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website.

For role related queries or questions, please contact Tracy Kelly via email ly.gov.au

We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.

Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-STG.gov.au and let us know. Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups…