Director Of Physiotherapy

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Physiotherapist Level 8 Grade 4
Remuneration: $182,480 per annum + Annual leave loading + Superannuation
Requisition ID: REQ
Are you a senior leader in Physiotherapy wanting to extend your skills with creating a new vision for Physiotherapy services in Sydney Local Health District?
About the Role
Sydney Local Health District is one of the fastest growing Local Health Districts in New South Wales. Our facilities and services are world class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring.
This is an exciting opportunity to provide leadership and professional governance for Physiotherapists working in Sydney Local Health District (SLHD) across all clinical settings including the management of professional standards, workforce planning, governance and the development of safety and quality in Physiotherapy services.
You will be part of the Allied Health executive team across SLHD reporting to the District Director of Allied Health with a dual role of Head of Department at a nominated facility. You will work closely with key leaders and stakeholders internally and externally to SLHD including key partnerships with universities.
For more information, please view the Position Description.
Ideal Candidate
Has Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy and current AHPRA registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia.
Current NSW Driver's Licence (P1 and P2 acceptable).
Demonstrated high level leadership and management skills and experience for Physiotherapists working in the health service setting, including demonstrated capacity to understand complex issues and work collaboratively towards solutions.
Committed and able to lead and develop teaching, research, writing for publication and clinical practice advancement for the discipline of Physiotherapy.
Benefits and Perks
Accrued Day Off each month, paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading.
Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. Salary Packaging information available upon request.
Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.
Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families.
Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefit.
This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months
Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health
SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
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Applications Close: 14 September 2025
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