Allied Health Assistant - Physiotherapy
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time / Job share may be considered
(6/7/2026 - 7/5/2027)
Position Classification: Allied Health Assistant Level 1,2,3
Remuneration: $63,177.29 - $71,429,33 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Cowra, NSW - Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 24 June 2026 - 11:59pm
Allied Health Assistant - Physiotherapy
Cowra Health Service
About the role
Experienced Allied Health Assistant or looking to start in healthcare - this is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door and begin a career in NSW Health. Relevant Allied Health Assistant qualifications or experience are welcome, but not essential.
There is an opportunity within the Physiotherapy Department at Cowra Health Service to work as an allied Health Assistant. This is a full time temporary role until 7 May 2027.
You will be working as part of a small team of physiotherapists and a cardiac rehab nurse to deliver high quality physical care to inpatients and outpatients at Cowra Hospital.
The job is varied including assisting with administration, and you will need to feel confident using computers, email and Microsoft programs, and be able to learn new systems., You will assist delivering exercise programs under supervision, assisting with cast and brace application and contributing to team development.
There is no after hours or weekend work and there will always be supervision available to ensure you are working within a supportive environment to develop your skills. You will need to have a current licence to drive in NSW with the ability to drive for work purposes.
This role could suit someone starting out in healthcare, looking for a career change or wanting experience before further study.
This is an amazing opportunity - don't miss out!
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
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To apply for this role:
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Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
Upload your current resume
Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Tom Shepherd, Physiotherapy Manager on (02) 5338 5630 or at [email protected] for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/workforce/aboriginal/Pages/default.aspx#:~:text=GSE Rule 26 allows agencies,persons covered by the Rule.. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
