Physiotherapy Professional Lead

Dhelkaya Health; Castlemaine; On-site; AUD 89,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stress‑free parking

Salary packaging

Onsite gym access

Health and wellbeing program

Dhelkaya Health Social Club

Home share information

Job summary

Dhelkaya Health in Castlemaine, Victoria, is seeking a Physiotherapy Professional Lead to provide senior professional leadership and governance across the Physiotherapy workforce. The role combines strategic direction with hands‑on clinical oversight within the Ambulatory Care Program, collaborating with the Chief Allied Health Officer and program managers to deliver high‑quality services.

The successful candidate will champion clinical governance, lead workforce planning and development, and

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Physiotherapy.
• Current AHPRA registration as a Physiotherapist.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior professional leadership, governance and strategic direction for the Physiotherapy workforce.
• Contribute to clinical service delivery and program leadership across the organisation.
• Champion clinical governance, proactively manage clinical risk and strengthen professional identity among Physiotherapists.
• Maintain an active clinical caseload and provide leadership oversight of designated community, outpatient and/or inpatient programs.

Education

Physiotherapy degree

AHPRA registration as Physiotherapist

Job description

Position Title: Physiotherapy Professional Lead

Classification: G3 Y3B to G3 Y4B (MI82 to AH22)

Salary per hour: $64.48 to $71.18 + superannuation + generous salary packaging options

Award: Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise agreement 2021 - 2026

The Physiotherapy Professional Lead is a senior leadership role within Dhelkaya Health, based in the Ambulatory Care Program. This position provides professional leadership, governance, and strategic direction for the Physiotherapy workforce, while also contributing to clinical service delivery and program leadership across the organisation.

Working closely with the Chief Allied Health Officer, Program Managers, and key stakeholders, the Physiotherapy Professional Lead will ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based Physiotherapy services. The role serves as the primary professional advisor and advocate for Physiotherapy within Dhelkaya Health, supporting the profession's growth, capability, and contribution to exceptional patient care.

A key focus of the position is fostering a skilled, engaged, and well-supported workforce through clinical supervision, professional development, workforce planning, recruitment, and the promotion of professional standards. The successful candidate will champion clinical governance, proactively manage clinical risk, and strengthen a cohesive professional identity among Physiotherapists across the organisation.

In addition to professional leadership responsibilities, the Physiotherapy Professional Lead will maintain an active clinical caseload and provide leadership oversight of designated community, outpatient, and/or inpatient programs. These responsibilities will be undertaken in collaboration with Program Managers and may vary depending on service needs and individual circumstances.

This position is primarily based at Dhelkaya Health's Castlemaine campus, with the flexibility to work across other organisational sites as required

About you

• Tertiary qualifications in Physiotherapy
• Current AHPRA registration as a Physiotherapist

Culture and Benefits

Dhelkaya Health is located on Dja Dja Wurrung country in regional Victoria. Just a short drive from Bendigo and easily accessed via public transport, the area is brimming with culture that blends the old with the new. Steeped in rich history, the town boasts a vibrant arts scene, historic architecture and is part of the Bendigo Region UNESCO City of Gastronomy.

Surrounded by scenic trails and a unique natural environment that includes historic goldfields, outdoor enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world. Combined with a wide range of sporting clubs and outdoor recreation opportunities, the community offers a rich, diverse culture to enjoy.

From community events celebrating local festivals to grassroots initiatives fostering inclusivity and diversity, this is a place where people come together.At Dhelkaya Health, you’ll enjoy all this and a flexible work environment with access to career development pathways that suit your life goals. You’ll also benefit from:

• Stress‑free parking: at no‑cost close to your place of work.
• Salary packaging: to maximise your earnings with options to package meals, entertainment, rent/mortgage repayments, and more.
• Healthy and active lifestyle: through access to a free onsite gym and Fitness Passportmembership for your family to use in a wide range of gyms, pools, and fitness facilities across the region
• Health and wellbeing: through a supported work environment that prioritises work‑life balance and a health and well‑being program that includes an Employee Assistance Program.
• Building meaningful connections: through the Dhelkaya Health Social Club and a variety of staff events and activities throughout the year held in a friendly, inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.
• Home share - If lack of housing is stopping you from applying for a job here, consider Home share. It may help you get started at Dhelkaya Health. See this link for obligation free information.

https://dhelkayahealth.org.au/homeshare/

The successful applicant will be required to complete all relevant pre‑employment checks, including a National Police Check, WWCC and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check (as applicable), and comply with Dhelkaya Health's Vaccination Policy.

Our purpose and role at Dhelkaya Health is to be Healthier Together - we engage and empower individuals and community through the provision of empathetic inclusive and professional health services. We want a workforce who share our passion and purpose and is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, and people of diverse genders and/or sexual orientations.

For further information about this position, please contact Alex Culvenor - Ambulatory Care Manager on 03 5471 3***.

Applications close 9th August 2026