Physiotherapist - Grade 4 (Clinical Operations Lead)

• Location: Across Footscray, Sunshine & Williamstown Hospitals
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Ongoing 
• Salary: Grade 4 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Physiotherapist to join our Grade 4 leadership team as Clinical Operations Lead in a full-time, ongoing capacity. 

The Clinical Operations Lead works collaboratively with key stakeholders to develop and implement operational and strategic objectives for the Physiotherapy and Allied Health Workforce. This includes assisting the Physiotherapy Manager with recruitment, supervision of senior clinical staff, coordinating the undergraduate teaching program of the Physiotherapy department, leadership within an Allied Health portfolio, maximising operational effectiveness, implementing evidence based practice, creating strong partnerships internally and externally and other activities to contribute to the Allied Health Best Care model. 

The Grade 4 Physiotherapy Clinical Operations Lead position will require advanced communication skills, an aptitude for teamwork and flexibility, along with a passion for mentoring and supporting junior staff.  The successful candidate will also have opportunities to participate in research and quality improvement within the Physiotherapy service, joining a division that is dedicated to excellent patient outcomes, evidence-based practice and continuous improvement. 

We hope you can bring new ideas, a fresh set of eyes, and an enthusiasm for high-quality physiotherapy, to help us continue to improve the lives of our community in the West.  

Come and join our innovative, supportive and friendly department, with our strong positive workplace culture, and help us continue to care for the community in the West. 

Key responsibilities: 

• Lead the processes of recruitment, selection and retention of employees to meet client and service needs 

• Supervision of senior clinical staff 

• Coordination of the undergraduate physiotherapy teaching program 

• Maximise operational effectiveness of the physiotherapy department 

• Lead and deliver high quality person-centred interprofessional care in line with the ‘Best Care’ framework 

• Involvement in Allied Health leadership through committee and portfolio representation 

• Contribute to development and implementation of methods to ensure that staff have an appropriate, measurable level of competence 

• Develop recommendations for senior management regarding complex service level issues 

• In conjunction with service managers, support staff to meet service targets/goals 

• Provide positive leadership and role modelling which promotes effective teamwork, encourages cohesion and ensures employees feel valued and contributions are acknowledged 

• Lead and contribute to relevant team and client meetings 

• Lead service development and evaluation through quality improvement activities or research projects 

• Conduct or contribute to feedback to employees on their performance including performance development planning and performance management where relevant 

About you: 

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Demonstrate advanced open and effective communication with consumers, employees and service providers 

• Provide your expert guidance and leadership to junior physiotherapists and students 

• Promote effective workplace relations and teamwork to ensure optimum relations across services and collaborating community agencies 

• Demonstrate highly developed organisational skills and effective time management to appropriately evaluate, prioritise and complete workload 

• Have the ability to identify, lead and support others to solve complex problems 

• Deliver expert and authoritative advice, innovative options and solutions 

Click here for the Position Description.

About Western Health 

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.  

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.  

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges. 

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall. 

Why join us? 

Compensation and benefits 

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards. 

• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements. 

• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey. 

Learning and development opportunities 

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways. 

• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education. 

• Mentorship and career support. 

Community impact and inclusion 

• Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care. 

• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion. 

• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research. 

Organisational culture and environment 

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment. 

• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare. 

Ready to make an impact? 

If you’re passionate about the provision of high-quality physiotherapy, improving operational efficiency, and supporting and mentoring staff, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.  

Closing date: 11:59pm on 4 May 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Will O’Sullivan (Manager - Physiotherapy & Exercise Physiology) on 0402 184 842 or Will.O’Sullivan@wh.org.au.  

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe. 

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable). 

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees. 

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

Western Health