Job Requisition ID: 8518
Legal Entity: Monash Health
Location:
Heatherton, VIC, AU, 3202
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Employment Type: Part Time Fixed Term (Parental Leave)
Posting Date: 26 Jun 2026
Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.
We provide safe and equitable care, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leading expertise and over 175 years of experience. As a leading academic health service, we're committed to providing tomorrow's care today by integrating research, teaching and training into everyday practice.
Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network.
To see first-hand what our colleagues think about working here, take a look at the following short videos monashhealth.org/careers.
Embark on a rewarding career and be part of a team where your dedication makes a difference in people’s lives.
About the Role
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced leader to oversee the delivery and development of high-quality Occupational Therapy services across the Kingston Centre at Monash Health. This is a broad leadership role with both clinical and operational scope, offering the opportunity to shape services, influence outcomes, and contribute to system-wide improvement. Responsibilities will include:
Contribute to the strategic and operational leadership across Occupational Therapy services
Lead a large team of passionate and friendly OTs and AHAs, including 4-5 direct reports
Drive service innovation, research translation, and quality improvement initiatives
Ensure the consistent delivery of evidence-based care across
Support workforce sustainability through supervision, mentoring, and professional development
Partner with the Head of Profession and Allied Health leadership to strengthen care delivery across Monash Health
Reporting to the Head of Occupational Therapy, you will play a pivotal role in service planning, operational oversight, and clinical leadership, ensuring patients and families receive safe, high-quality, and evidence-based care.
This is a part time (0.8 EFT), fixed term position, from August 2026 to August 2027.
About Us
As a senior leader at Monash Health, you will be part of a collaborative and high-performing Allied Health leadership team. This role offers the scope to influence service design, lead innovation, and shape workforce development across multiple sites and clinical settings. You will have the opportunity to champion evidence-based practice, foster research and education, and empower teams to achieve excellence in patient-centred care.
About You
You are a compassionate and experienced leader with a strong clinical background in Occupational Therapy and a passion for service excellence. You thrive in complex environments, are confident in managing diverse teams, and bring a collaborative approach to leadership and are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion, innovation, and continuous improvement. You bring:
Your forward thinking approach to care delivery
Extensive experience in clinical practice and team leadership
Proven ability to manage operational and strategic priorities
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
A commitment to evidence-based practice and professional development
Qualification and licence requirements include:
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy or equivalent.
Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Drivers licence (travel between sites required)
In Return
As a valued member of the Monash Health team, you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and career progression, including:
Salary packaging – increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options.
Professional development – access to ongoing training, education, and leadership opportunities to support your career growth.
Supportive team environment – work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
Employee wellbeing – benefit from a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), staff wellbeing initiatives, and a strong focus on work-life balance.
Career mobility – opportunities to work across Victoria’s largest public health service with a wide range of roles and career pathways.
Diverse and inclusive workplace – join an organisation that celebrates and embraces diversity and fosters a culture of respect and belonging.
This is your opportunity to step into a senior leadership role, where you will be making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities while advancing your career in a leading healthcare organisation.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Sarah Brown, Head of Occuaptional Therapy, Hand Therapy and Equipment Services, on 0404 031 028.
Position Description can be found here.
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement. Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do. We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’. Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close: 14 July 2026 2026
