• Mornington Peninsula and surrounding locations
• Great benefits including salary packaging and employee benefits program
• Classification - Grade 2*
• Limited Term until 5/07/2026
On 1 January 2026 five health services (Kooweerup Regional Health Service, Peninsula Health, Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health and Gippsland Southern Health Service) will come together to create Bayside Health. A newly merged health service with more than 22,000 employees caring for a community of over 1.2 million Victorians.
The new health service will provide people with the best possible care with services that support them throughout their lives. The merger will also strengthen our workforce, providing new training, education and career opportunities. Subject to final approval on 1 January 2026, all employees from the five health services will transfer to Bayside Health.
Who We Are and What We Stand For
Peninsula Health is the major metropolitan health service caring for a community of 300,000 people. To realise this vision we need people who strive for a sense of achievement, take an interest in their individual growth, enjoy innovation and looking for ways to improve and have a passion for communicating and connecting with others. In representing Peninsula Health, we expect all employees and volunteers to reflect our values: Be the Best, Be a Role Model, Be Open and Honest, Be Compassionate and Respectful and Be Collaborative.
We are One Peninsula Health.
Please see Position Description
What You Will Be Doing
The Grade 2 Position is rotational across the continuum of care, offering rotations in Community Health, Sub-Acute, Residential, Acute, Acute Rehab Team, High Risk Foot Clinic and At Home care. The Grade Two Allied Health Assistant provides support to deliver high quality evidence based podiatry services to a broad range of clients. The Allied Health Assistant will work as part of an integrated multi-disciplinary team. The position is responsible for supporting delivery of client centred assessments and care plans and provides a flexible treatment approach with a strong emphasis on self-management and outcome evaluation. The Grade 2 Allied Health Assistant (AHA) will provide clinical and non-clinical support to the Podiatry team. The AHA will work under the delegation and supervision of an Allied Health Professional (AHP).
What You Need
• Certificate III / Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent
• Minimum 120 hours of clinical placement.
• Current Victorian drivers licence
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Experience working in Podiatry setting.
• A sound understanding of gr 2 AHA scope of practice in the Podiatry setting.
• Understanding of normal development and medical conditions, as relevant to the role.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills through direction and feedback
• Ability to use a wide range of software applications for word processing, databases, etc.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position.
• Demonstrated problem solving and organisational skills.
What Next
If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact us - the People Experience Team on (03) 9784 2700, option
For specific information on this role please contact Elise Gillies on 0409 023 072.
To Apply: Please submit your application before the closing date of 26/10/2029.
Additional Requirements
Peninsula Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity and promotes a workplace that welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from individuals who identify as being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, are culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+ or who have a disability to apply. We are also strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process. To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/
*Please refer to salary circular for Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021 – 2026 for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience.
It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.
Join Peninsula Health and help us to deliver safe, personal, effective & connected care to every person, every time.
