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Allied Health Assistant Grade 2
PER DIEM•Melbourne
About this role
At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.
YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE
Allied Health Imaging Assistant - CASUAL GRADE 2
- Casual (leave backfill - 8-10 weeks per year)
- Reports to Chief Nuclear Medicine Technologist
About the team & role
The team consists of allied health assistants, nursing, nuclear medicine technologists, pathology collectors and nuclear medicine physicians. We are a growing service performing nearly 10000 PET scans and 850 therapy treatments each year to inpatients and outpatients.
We are currently seeking a dynamic Allied Health Assistant to join our imaging team to provide casual backfill during leave periods. The successful candidate will become an integral part of our team, working collaboratively to provide operational support to the Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the Cancer Imaging Department. The allied health assistant will be expected to work closely with the technologists and pathology collectors to provide assistance and direct care for patients having imaging and treatment. care, quality control, infection control and some clerical components of providing imaging to patients.
About you
You will have a good level of interpersonal and conflict management skills and a proven ability to relate effectively with staff, patients and the general public. Experience working within an acute hospital setting will be an advantage.
You'll bring with you:
- Allied Health Assistant Certificate III or IV (or equivalent)
- First aid and basic life support (CPR)
- Driver’s Licence (valid in Victoria)
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated organisational, time management, planning and priority setting skills in relation to own workload
- Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to work independently
- Demonstrated commitment to continued professional development and education
- Good computer literacy
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:
- Discounted health insurance and eye care
- A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
- Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
- Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
- Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities
Inclusion and belonging
Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.
Join us!
If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check and may include vaccination requirements. Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.
Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.
For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.
Hiring Manager: debbie helinski
Contact Number: 8559 6667
Email: [email protected]
Applications Close: 10 February 2026
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Position Summary
- Provide direct patient care and screening in collaboration with qualified allied health professionals
- Contribute to project and service development, monitoring and evaluation
- Perform duties of a general nature to support allied health assessment, treatment, screening, referral, education, research, quality and clinical programs
- Assist in the running of allied health specific clinical programs
Enterprise Agreement
Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025
Classification or Salary Range
IN29– ALLIED HLTH AST GR2
Immunisation Risk Category
Category A: Position involving direct patient contact, potential for exposure to blood, body fluid, human tissue specimens during course of a normal working day
Key Relationships
Internal
- Program leads and line manager
- Key allied health professionals within Cancer Allied Health Services and Psycho-Oncology Programs
- Referrers. E.g. Tumour streams / Medical and nursing staff
- Volunteers
External
- Patients, their families and carers
- VCCC partners
- Community based services
- Other acute, subacute and residential facilities
- Municipal councils and community agencies
- Equipment and product suppliers
- Various clinical schools and universities (training or research collaborations)
Education
Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance
Certificate IV Allied Health Assistance
Skills
Essential Requirements
- Allied Health Assistant Certificate III or IV (or equivalent)
- First aid and basic life support (CPR)
- Driver’s Licence (valid in Victoria)
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good level of interpersonal and conflict management skills and a proven ability to relate effectively with staff, patients and the general public
- Demonstrated organisational, time management, planning and priority setting skills in relation to own workload
- Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to work independently
- Demonstrated commitment to continued professional development and education
- Good computer literacy
Desirable Requirements
- Experience working within an acute hospital setting
- A demonstrated interest in cancer care
- Experience working with a variety of allied health professions
- Experience in managing and delivering patient programs
- Experience in managing equipment and administrative responsibilities
- Experience in quality work, research or data management
Certifications, Licenses & Registrations
Current Victorian Driver’s License
First Aid And Basic Life Support (Cpr)
Key Accountabilities
| Key Accountabilities | Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators |
| 1. Safe and efficient patient care delivery under direction of an allied health professional or as protocol dictates |
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| 2. Multidisciplinary teamwork with two-way communication |
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| 3. Deliver effective and timely screening of potential referrals according to allied health triage protocol |
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| 4. Contributes to project and service development, monitoring and evaluation |
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Key Accountabilities (Contd..)
| 5. Actively participates in continuing professional development and education programs |
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| 6. Manages equipment stores as needed (backfill role) |
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| 7. Maintains accurate clinical, statistical and other records |
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| 8. Complete administrative tasks and ordering as directed by allied health staff | Primary:
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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC
- Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
- Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
- We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.
What you'll do
- The Allied Health Assistant will provide direct patient care and operational support to Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the Cancer Imaging Department. Responsibilities include assisting with imaging and treatment, quality control, and clerical tasks.
About Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre (‘Peter Mac’) is a world leading cancer research, education and treatment centre and Australia’s only public health service dedicated to caring for people affected by cancer.
With more than 4,000 employees, including 700+ laboratory and clinical researchers, we’re focused on providing better treatments, better care and potential cures for cancer.
Our values are Compassion, Excellence and Innovation.
We offer a range of staff benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:
• Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay
• Discounted health insurance and eye care
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
• Pathways for professional development and career opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements wherever possible
• Up to six weeks annual leave plus additional purchased leave
Our main site in Parkville, Melbourne, a state-of-the-art, purpose-built facility, offers public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists, along with onsite eateries, coffee shops and relaxing rooftop garden spaces.
We also have six additional sites providing radiation therapy services to patients in Moorabbin, Box Hill, Bendigo and Sunshine, plus our imaging centre in East Melbourne.
Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment that reflects our vibrant community.
We encourage job applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.
Join us and break new ground and change lives.
Peter Mac acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which our sites are located throughout Victoria. We recognise their strength and resilience and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Allied Health Assistant Grade 2 do at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre?
As a Allied Health Assistant Grade 2 at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, you will: the Allied Health Assistant will provide direct patient care and operational support to Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the Cancer Imaging Department. Responsibilities include assisting with imaging and treatment, quality control, and clerical tasks..
Is the Allied Health Assistant Grade 2 position at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre remote?
The Allied Health Assistant Grade 2 position at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre is based in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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