Director Allied Health - Monash Childrens Hospital
Clayton, VIC, AU, 3168
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Monash Health is Victoria’s largest and most comprehensive health service. For more than 170 years, Monash Health and its predecessors have provided safe, high-quality healthcare and service for people at every life stage. With 25,500 employees, we provide care across south-eastern metropolitan Melbourne and rural Victoria from over 40 locations; via telehealth, within local communities and in people’s homes.
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Help shape the future of healthcare at Monash Health and embark on a rewarding career where your dedication makes a difference in people’s lives.
About the Role
Join our team as a Director Allied Health Monash Children’s in a part time, fixed term position working out of Monash Children’s Hospital at Clayton.
About Us
The Children’s Program provides high quality, equitable service to all children and adolescents. Operating as a single service across multiple inpatient and community sites, collaborative multidisciplinary teams work as an integrated model across the care continuum for children and their families, delivering exceptional care for future health outcomes. Volunteers and key partnerships, integrated into the clinical teams and in stand-alone services, enhance the experience of patients, families and visitors accessing the service. We provide exceptional care, outstanding outcomes and a positive experience for all children and their families.
About You
You are a compassionate and experienced leader with a strong clinical background 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.
To thrive in this role you will 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
In addition:
- Allied Health qualification with current AHPRA registration (as applicable) and / or eligibility for membership of relevant professional organisation
- Post-graduate qualification in Health, Public Administration/Management, Health Research
- 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
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Danielle Smith on 0428 592 320 or Danielle.Smith@monashhealth.org.
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: 12 May 2026