Posted 16 July, 2026
Allied Health Assistant - Community Services Team
Taranaki District Health Board
Invercargill, STL, NZ
Full Time
Reference: 760af5846c62bde5
Job Description
Allied Health Assistant - Community Services Team Southland Hospital Salary $75,353 - $90,665 per annum + Kiwisaver About the Opportunity We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and proactive individual to join our Community Services Team, as an Allied Health Assistant. This is a full-time permanent role, with weekend work on a rostered basis. In this role, you will work alongside a multidisciplinary team (consisting of Registered Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and other Allied Health Assistants) to deliver interventions and rehabilitation plans with patients. This role is varied and involves supporting patients in their own homes to achieve their goals. About you You will have experience in rehabilitation and a natural empathy for people. You'll bring a positive attitude, a good sense of humour, and the ability to motivate and engage others to achieve the best outcomes for our patients. Requirements Be a supportive team player who is open to learning Demonstrate commitment, reliability, and a positive attitude. Can follow instructions while also using initiative and common sense. Be physically fit and comfortable with the physical aspects of the role. Be confident using computers and digital systems. Hold a full clean driver's licence. Able to work weekends as the service runs 7 days per week If you enjoy a team environment and are looking for your next exciting career move, we would love to hear from you. Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. Job Details Job Reference: 35777 Location: South Island - Southland - All values Job type: Permanent Full time Expertise: Clinical - Health Care Assistant - Hospital / Community - All values #J-18808-Ljbffr