Mater Hospital Springfield is seeking applications for Allied Health Assistant - Occupational Therapy to join us in a permanent, part time (0.6 FTE) role, working Wednesday to Friday. Based at our Springfield campus, these roles will be part of a landmark moment in Queensland healthcare at Mater Hospital Springfield — opening in the coming weeks. This state of the art facility will meet the needs of the growing Greater Springfield region. With a mix of public and private beds across ICU, maternity, emergency and medical, surgical services, it’s set to care for over 200,000 patients annually.

Salary range: $34.87 - $36.55 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits! 

What you’ll be doing

As the Allied Health Assistant - Occupational Therapy, you will be responsible for providing clinical support tasks under the direct or indirect supervision of an Occupational Therapist or other Allied Health professional. This role involves assisting in patient care, transport, unit resource management and administrative support to ensure the delivery of clinical services across the hospital.

• Deliver patient care in group and individual sessions under Allied Health professional direction
• Contribute to patient records and maintain department equipment and stock levels
• Clean and maintain equipment and treatment areas following infection management guidelines
• Assist with personal care, manual handling and patient transportation
• Fulfill administrative duties and contribute to care delivery across all clinical areas
• Adhere to workplace health and safety policies, accreditation requirements and risk management protocols
• Provide supervision, training to Allied Health Assistants students and volunteers (delete this line)
• Achieve productivity targets, participate in meetings, and communicate effectively with stakeholders
• Support Mater's Mission and Values, comply with policies and procedures, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives
• Participate in committees, projects, and audit processes, and ensure compliance with legislative obligations and infection control policies.

About you

The ideal candidate will have experience working as an Occupational Therapy Assistant or Allied Health Assistant, and a Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance (the latter being desirable, not essential).

• Collaborate with Allied Health staff, Nursing staff and Allied Health Assistant colleagues across Mater sites
• Effective communicator, skilled in working collaboratively with teams, patients, and carers for optimal outcomes
• Strong organisation, prioritisation and resourceful problem-solving abilities
• Proficient in computer and digital literacy skills
• Experience in an acute hospital, sub-acute health settings preferred.

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER

Applications close on Wednesday, 25th March 2026. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Candidates may be required to complete criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks as part of employment with Mater.

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

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