Chief Allied Health Operations Strategist

About Us

Allied Health and Rehabilitation Services comprises various departments, including Dietetics and Food Services, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Social Work and Spiritual Care, Speech and Audiology, and Allied Health Research. We work in acute, sub-acute, and outpatient settings across the health service.

The Office of the Executive Director Allied Health oversees Allied Health Workforce Development Officers and the Allied Health Data Administrator.

We are committed to reflecting the diversity of the community and ensuring each staff member feels included and valued. Our goal is to provide world-class healthcare to people living on the Gold Coast and northern New South Wales region.

Job Description

You will lead the delivery and implementation of operational plans for Allied Health acute services. This role involves providing authoritative counsel to the Executive Director, Allied Health on key national and statewide health reform priorities. You will also provide leadership, direction, and support in complex problem-solving, driving the strategic framework, policies, and processes necessary to achieve agreed financial, clinical, and activity performance.

You will encourage a workplace culture that values education, research, and learning and development. Our team is focused on delivering exceptional care to our patients, and we need someone with your skills and experience to help us achieve this goal.

About You

To be successful in this position, you will require:

A qualification relevant to the role (please see attached Role Description).
AHPRA Registration (if applicable).
Working with children check (we will cover the cost).
Evidence of vaccination against Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, and Hepatitis B.
Tuberculosis screening.
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed.
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (we will cover the cost).
About Gold Coast Health

We are a nationally and internationally recognized location for innovative medical research and healthcare. With over 1,100 beds across three hospitals and secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities, we offer a unique opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction, and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle. Our workplace culture encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so they can perform at their best.