Allied Health Assistant (Identified) (Thursday Island)
Support health, strengthen communities, and make a difference across the Torres Strait.
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About this role
🌴Allied Health Assistant (Identified) | Thursday Island
Temporary Full-Time with an immediate start up to 30 June 2027 (with the possibility of extension)
Ready for a meaningful role that starts with a yarn?
For a confidential discussion about the role, contact Tari Shibasaki on (07) 4069 0626. We'd love to hear your story and answer any questions you may have.
A role that makes a difference
Support Allied Health Professionals to deliver culturally safe patient care, health promotion and community health services across the Torres Strait. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you'll provide support in hospitals, health centres, community settings and clients' homes, helping improve health outcomes for individuals and communities.
Why Torres and Cape?
As an Allied Health Assistant with Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service, you'll play an important role in supporting the delivery of quality healthcare services across the region.
Working in diverse and supportive environments, you'll enjoy unique lifestyle opportunities while making a meaningful contribution to small communities. Along the way, you'll build valuable professional skills, strengthen community connections and gain experiences that will shape both your career and personal growth.
What we can offer you
- Base salary between $68,471 and $71,983 per annum
- Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
- Up to 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- Salary and benefits | Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
- Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
Life on Thursday Island
Experience a unique lifestyle where career and community come together. Thursday Island offers a rich cultural environment, stunning natural beauty and a relaxed island lifestyle, making it an exceptional place to live and work.
- Spectacular views from Green Hill Lookout
- Easy access to the islands of the Torres Strait
- Coastal and marine environments on your doorstep
- Strong Torres Strait Islander culture and community connections
Grow Your Career, Shape Your Life
Find out more about Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service and life in the Torres Strait, Cooktown and Cape York regions.
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Ready to make the move?
Discover more by reading the role description attached.
Our Values: Courage | Accountability | Respect | Engage
How do I apply?
Applications must be submitted online via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.
Please do not send unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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Job details
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Position status Fixed Term Temporary |
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Position type Full-time |
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Occupational group Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
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Classification CA3 |
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Workplace Location Cairns region,Far North Qld |
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Job ad reference QLD/TC686121 |
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Closing date 07-Jul-2026 |
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Job duration
Temp Full-Time until 30 June 2027 (possibile ext) |
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Contact person
Tari Shibasaki |
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Contact details
(07) 4069 0626
Access the National Relay Service |
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Attachments
TC686121_Job Description (PDF, 364KB)
Role Description 1 TCHHS Applicant Information Pack (PDF, 7.50MB) Information Package for Applicants 2 Map Info (PDF, 907KB) Information Package for Applicants |
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