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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network
• The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woodville South
• Salary   AHA-2  $58,709 - $63,154 p.a. (pro rata) + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Temporary up to 22/1/26 and part-time working 15 hours per week

About the Role

Join the dynamic team at CALHN’s Pain Management Unit (PMU) and make a real difference in the lives of patients managing chronic pain. As a key member of the team, you will assist in organising and delivering pain management programmes under the guidance of Allied Health professionals. You’ll play an essential role in supporting patients and staff during group interventions and education sessions, administering ePPOC questionnaires, and updating important resources to guide treatment and referrals.

In this rewarding role, you will also provide vital administrative support by helping prepare materials for group programmes, assisting in the management of Allied Health triaging and patient follow-ups, and assisting with the maintenance physiotherapy equipment. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the holistic care of patients while working alongside a collaborative team of health professionals, ensuring that the highest standards of care and service are consistently met.

About You

We are looking for someone who is compassionate, proactive, and ready to make an impact in patient care. You will bring:

• Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent qualification.
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work collaboratively and follow therapist direction.
• Excellent communication abilities, showing empathy and respect when interacting with patients and staff.
• Computing skills, including data entry, word processing and management of electronic patient records
• Experience in patient care or working with individuals with chronic health conditions or disabilities.

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation.  As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories , our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

Benefit of Joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: 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.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families. 
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites. 
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Job ref: 908051

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 18^th July 2025

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

 908051 AHA2 Role Description.pdf

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