Combine clinical expertise and leadership in a supportive multidisciplinary team environment.
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until June 2027
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 4, Social Worker Level 4, Speech Pathologist Level 4, Physiotherapist Level 4
Remuneration: $126,524 - $129,591 per annum + super
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Quirindi Community Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ667875
Applications Close: Tuesday, 08th June 2026
To be eligible to apply for this position the applicant must be a current employee of Hunter New England Local Health District or a current employee of Calvary Mater Newcastle. This a great opportunity for Quirindi clinicians to step up into an exciting leadership role!
An exciting internal opportunity is available for an experienced Allied Health professional to step into the role of Team Leader at Quirindi Community Health. This position provides the opportunity to combine discipline-specific clinical work with team leadership responsibilities in a collaborative and community-focused environment.
Based within a supportive multidisciplinary team of Nursing, Child & Family Health and Allied Health professionals, you will play a key role in coordinating day-to-day operations, supporting staff wellbeing and service delivery, and contributing to positive health outcomes for the Quirindi community.
About the role:
In this role, you will:
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Provide high level clinical services within your discipline area
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Lead and support the Quirindi Community Health team in day-to-day operations
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Manage competing priorities including staffing, service continuity and workload coordination
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Support workforce functions including recruitment, induction, professional development and performance management
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Work closely with the Manager of Gunnedah and Quirindi Community Health and broader leadership teams to support service delivery and continuous improvement initiatives
This is a dynamic role suited to someone who enjoys balancing clinical responsibilities with leadership and is comfortable flexing in and out of both roles as required.
About the team:
You’ll be joining a welcoming and supportive multidisciplinary team that values collaboration, connection and teamwork. The workplace culture is friendly and inclusive, with strong peer support and a focus on staff wellbeing - including the occasional shared morning tea.
About you:
We are looking for someone who:
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Can confidently lead and support a diverse team
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Has strong time management and multitasking skills
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Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability across clinical and leadership responsibilities
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Builds positive professional relationships and contributes to a supportive team culture
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Has experience managing complex workloads and competing priorities
How you'll be supported:
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The Manager of Gunnedah and Quirindi Community Health
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The Manager of Integrated Care
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Senior Allied Health support
Essential requirements:
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Must hold a bachelor or post graduate degree in Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Physiotherapist or Social Worker with general registration through the Australian Health practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and/or provides eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association.
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Current eligibility to drive in NSW and the ability and willingness to travel for work purposes which may involve driving long distances.
Additional information:
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An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
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We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Need more information?
about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Symone Fuller on
[email protected]
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact [email protected] for confidential support.
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