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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide
• Salary  AHA-2  $30.01 - $32.28  per hour plus 25% casual leave loading
• Casual 

About the Role

As a Level 2 Physiotherapy Assistant in our casual pool, you’ll play an essential role in supporting physiotherapy services across the Royal Adelaide Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Repat Health Precinct and Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre. Working closely with physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals, you'll assist in the delivery of patient care, ensuring treatment plans are carried out safely and effectively to support recovery and wellbeing.

This flexible, hands-on role is ideal for someone who is passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to a collaborative and dynamic team. You’ll be part of a professional and supportive environment, helping to improve both patient outcomes and service efficiency. Whether you're building your experience or looking for varied and meaningful work, this is a great opportunity to make a real difference in public health.

About You

You are a dedicated and compassionate individual with a strong interest in physiotherapy and patient care. You bring practical skills, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.

• Qualified or willing to undertake a Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance (or equivalent), with a strong understanding of safe manual handling and basic life support principles.

• Physically capable and reliable, with the ability to support patients with disabilities or acute conditions under the guidance of a physiotherapist.

• Excellent observation and communication skills, able to identify changes in patient condition, respond appropriately, and clearly document care provided.

• Self-motivated and team-oriented, with the initiative to carry out routine tasks, manage workload independently, and uphold patient confidentiality and care standards.

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:  910072

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 19 September 2025 

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

 910072 RD Casual Physiotherapy Assistants 2026.pdf

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