Are you considering or already studying a career in allied health? You’ve made a great decision! The booming healthcare industry means you’ll enjoy job security, a competitive salary, and opportunities for advancement.
Staff members in the allied health sector work with other healthcare professionals to support people's medical care. They aren’t doctors, dentists, or nurses but work as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team in hospitals, private practice, aged care facilities, community centres, schools, and disability services. As an allied health professional, you'll assist patients recovering from illness, injury, or chronic illness or those looking to maintain their overall health and wellbeing, and you'll become part of a community of approximately 200,000 registered allied health workers in Australia.
The Opportunities at Altius Group as an Allied Health Professional
Altius Group allied health workers include:
- Exercise physiologists
- Occupational therapists
- Psychologists
- Physiologists
- Physiotherapists
- Disability and vocational support workers
- Rehabilitation counsellors
- Work health and safety professionals
- Social workers
Other careers in allied health include:
- Audiology
- Biomedical engineering
- Dietetics
- Medical science
- Medical Physics
- Nuclear medicine technology
- Orthotics and prosthetics
- Pharmacy
- Podiatry
- Radiation therapy
- Sonography
- Social work
- Speech pathology
Why Choose a Career in Allied Health?
There are many reasons why people decide a career in allied health is for them. Here are just a few - and perhaps exactly what you’re looking for:
Job Satisfaction
Most people working in the allied health sector will say their job is rewarding, just like Amanda, who’s a Regional Manager and Registered Psychology at Altius Group.
Reflecting on her job, she mentions “...I reflect on the amount of people that we’ve been able to help, it’s really heartwarming and it’s something that really inspires me and gets me here every day”.
Going to work every day means there is a chance to make a difference in the lives of many, and the work is appreciated not only by the patients but also by the patients' family and friends who may be caring for them. Allied health jobs make life-changing differences every day.
Variety
Just as no two patients are the same, no two days are exactly the same in the allied health world. There is always something new to experience and learn. Advances in technology, for example, mean the industry is always evolving and improving. Every year, new medical technology helps save lives and improve the quality of life, and working with new technology keeps the job interesting.
Physically Active Role
Few allied health jobs make staff feel tied to a desk, and instead, most require greeting patients, demonstrating, manipulating, stretching, and bending. Working in non-sedentary jobs means staff members are looking after their health as well as their patients.
Flexibility
Allied health is a perfect career choice for someone who wants to work part-time, full-time, or as a casual. Many of our staff members work part-time to fit in work around study, caring for their children or elderly parents, or pursuing other interests. Offering flexibility ensures happy employees and low turnover rates.
Job Security
Allied health staff are in demand. Our ageing population and the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in Australia mean there are more job vacancies than qualified staff to fill them. Allied health workers can travel around the country (and often overseas) knowing their qualifications will be recognised - so you won't need to worry if you want to pursue a new job somewhere else!
Why Work at Altius Group?
Altius Group is one of the largest, well-respected organisations in the allied health field in Australia. Founded in 2001, we have over 20 years of experience delivering high-quality, end-to-end services to individuals, workplaces, and communities. Continue reading on to see why working at Altius Group can be your perfect fit.
Holistic Wellbeing
We believe in holistic care for our team and our clients. This covers everything from mental and physical health to social and financial stability.
Rubie, Principal Consultant and Registered Nurse at Altius Group describes this perfectly by saying “I definitely feel like I’ve now got a proper work-life balance, being able to spend more time with friends and family outside of work as well is great”.
We know meaningful work is essential to job satisfaction and a sense of purpose, which is why our staff members also benefit from working closely with other specialties to widen their knowledge, ask questions, and offer feedback.
At Altius Group, our collaborative atmosphere and adaptable work schedules assist you in achieving equilibrium between your personal and professional life, empowering you to excel on a daily basis as part of a passionate team.
Professional Growth
We want you to grow with us! We strongly believe individual development is equally vital as an organisation expands. Therefore, we offer an extensive array of educational and growth opportunities designed to enable you to realise your utmost capabilities.
With our widespread national footprint and a broad spectrum of services and professional skills, we create avenues for you to broaden your competencies and seize diverse opportunities. We further facilitate growth through leadership training, mentorship, and tailored advice to assist our team in achieving their objectives.
A Place To Be You
“I was welcomed with open arms from the day that I came here and I just feel so valued within the company”, mentioned Sam, Rehabilitation Consultant & Exercise Physiologist at Altius Group.
At Altius Group, our core values guide us to build a supportive, respectful, and inclusive culture and provide first-rate services that exceed expectations. Read more about our values including Professional Integrity, Resolve, Innovation, Distinction, and Excellence (PRIDE) here.
We appreciate uniqueness and acknowledge the distinct talents and inputs of every member of our team. All together, we cultivate an inclusive atmosphere where you are encouraged to be your authentic self in the workplace.
Award-Winning Provider
Altius Group’s dedication to clients has won numerous awards. In the 2023 Australian Rehabilitation Providers Association (APRA) awards, we had team members named finalists with 3 placing as winners from Nabenet and AMS Consulting!
If you want to be a part of the Altius Group and work for an organisation that cares about your health and wellbeing as much as we care for our patients, search for our current career opportunities here. We are eager to hear from you!
Our mission is to be the Australian market leader in supporting people on their wellbeing journey, with our leading professionals offering a suite of holistic, evidence-based, health advice, and therapy services. Find out why you'll love working at Altius Group here. For further questions, you can also contact us online or call 1800 258 48.
