Lead strategic Allied Health services that support exceptional patient care, innovation and workforce excellence at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers.

Director of Allied Health

Why Join RMH?

• Full-time on going opportunity
• Lead and influence Allied Health strategy and multidisciplinary models of care across multiple services
• Drive organisational priorities, including patient flow, safety, and value-based care in a high-acuity environment

About the role

The Director of Allied Health is a key executive leadership role responsible for shaping the strategic direction, clinical excellence and future growth of Allied Health services at The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Leading a highly skilled and diverse workforce, you will drive service innovation, workforce capability and contemporary models of care that enhance patient outcomes and support organisational priorities.

Working in close partnership with the Chief Allied Health Officer, executive leaders and multidisciplinary teams, you will influence strategy, lead transformational initiatives and foster collaboration across a broad portfolio of Allied Health disciplines. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the delivery of patient-centred care within one of Australia's leading public health services.

Key Accountabilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across Allied Health services
• Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement
• Drive innovation in models of care aligned with RMH’s vision and strategic priorities
• Lead workforce planning, capability development and service redesign initiatives

About You

You are a highly accomplished Allied Health professional with:

• Extensive leadership experience in complex healthcare environments
• A track record of delivering transformational change and service innovation
• Strong strategic, financial and people leadership capabilities
• A passion for multidisciplinary collaboration and consumer-centred care

Essential

• Tertiary qualification in an Allied Health profession
• Current registration with applicable National Board or eligibility for membership with the relevant professional association
• Post-graduate qualification in health service management/administration/public health/ business management or relevant field.
• Exceptional ability to engage and manage stakeholders
• Demonstrated understanding of contemporary quality assurance, education and research in the context of Allied Health professions
• Strong ability to manage change effectively 

Benefits of Working at RMH

• Join a values-based organisation offering great opportunities for career diversity and professional development, including training and research opportunities, as well as access to mentorship and leadership programs.
• Access to comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, including Employee Assistance and Fitness Passport.
• Up to $12,000 tax free earnings with salary packaging options.
• Generous leave entitlements – five weeks annual leave per year (pro-rata for part time), additional monthly paid day off for full time staff.
• Central Parkville location – onsite car parking options, easily accessible via public transport.

Position Description

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Interested?

Click Apply to submit your application, please include a cover letter and resume.

Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled

Our Commitment

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and are committed to a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.