Please note: This role can also be filled by a Occupational Therapist -Team Leader, Physiotherapist - Team Leader, Psychologist - Team Leader, Social Worker - Team Leader Speech Pathologist - Team Leader as per attached Role DescriptionsThe Role
An opportunity has become available for a Team Leader (Rehabilitation Response Team) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
Apply advanced level decision making and expert clinical judgement to contribute to determining patients' rehabilitation trajectory
Manage day-to-day operational leadership of nursing, allied health, and clinical assistant staff
Lead the of collection of high-quality health information relating to community rehabilitation service delivery
Lead change management processes when required within Rehabilitation Response Team
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent
Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Board of Australia
Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
Driver Licence
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Modern Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading
Salary
Permanent full time
Base salary ranging from $144,991 - $152,685 per annum
About Us
Rehabilitation Response Team
The Rehabilitation Response Team service provides several functions:
Management of the central rehabilitation referral hub
Referral management, consultation, and liaison for GCHHS inpatients referred for inreach and inpatient rehabilitation
Management bed allocation and coordination of admissions to GCHHS inpatient rehabilitation units for patients referred from internal and external service providers
The multidisciplinary inreach rehabilitation service within GCHHS hospital facilities
The Spinal Cord Injury Liaison Service (SCILS)
About Gold Coast Health
Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Tuesday, 1 September 2026
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC690224NG
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