Head of Physiotherapy

Woodlands Health; Singapore; On-site; SGD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodlands Hospital in Singapore seeks a dynamic Head of Physiotherapy to lead and transform rehabilitative care across hospital and community settings, elevating patient outcomes and experience, and embedding evidence-based practice.

You will shape service delivery models, drive clinical governance, mentor teams, foster continuous learning, and champion telerehabilitation and digital tools to deliver integrated, patient-centred care at scale, with strong stakeholder partnerships.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physiotherapy with postgraduate qualifications or relevant specialisation preferred.
• Experience in leading teams and driving service transformation.
• Strong governance and quality improvement capabilities.
• Experience in acute and/or community care settings.
• Forward‑thinking, adaptable and able to navigate complexity.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of innovative physiotherapy models spanning acute, community and preventive care.
• Drive integration across multidisciplinary teams to deliver seamless patient journeys.
• Set vision and direction for physiotherapy services with governance and best‑practice focus.
• Grow and develop a high‑performing physiotherapy team and culture of learning.
• Deepen community and population health impact beyond hospital settings.
• Leverage data and digital tools, including telerehabilitation, to enhance care delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical governance

Team development

Stakeholder management

Change management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Telerehabilitation

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

About Us

Woodlands Hospital is a next-generation healthcare system designed to meet the future of care. As an integrated acute and community hospital with specialist outpatient clinics and innovative care models, we deliver person-centred, connected and seamless care—extending far beyond traditional hospital walls.

Our mission is to redefine healthcare for an aging and diverse population through digital innovation, preventive health, and strong community partnerships. Grounded in team-based care, sustainability and health equity, we are building a healthier future for all.

Why This Role Matters

We are looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking Head of Physiotherapy to lead and transform rehabilitative care in an evolving healthcare landscape.

This is not a traditional leadership role. It is an opportunity to shape service delivery models, drive clinical excellence, and reimagine physiotherapy care across hospital and community settings.

You will play a pivotal role in building a future-ready physiotherapy workforce while advancing integrated, patient-centred care.

Key Responsibilities

Transform Physiotherapy Care Delivery

Lead the development of innovative physiotherapy models that support acute, community, and preventive care.

Drive integration across multidisciplinary teams to deliver seamless patient journeys.

Provide Strategic Clinical Leadership

Set the vision and direction for physiotherapy services aligned with organisational goals.

Ensure high standards of clinical governance, patient safety, and evidence-based practice.

Build and Develop Future-Ready Teams

Lead, engage and grow a high-performing team of physiotherapists.

Foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration and innovation.

Deepen Community and Population Health Impact

Ensure continuity of care beyond hospital settings into community.

Partner with stakeholders to improve functional outcomes and quality of life for patients.

Drive Innovation and Digital Adoption

Leverage technology, data and digital tools to enhance care delivery, monitoring and patient engagement.

Champion new approaches including telerehabilitation and remote care models.

Strengthen Integrated Care Partnerships

Work closely with physicians, nurses, allied health and external partners to deliver coordinated care.

Influence system-wide approaches to rehabilitation and recovery.

Advance Operational Excellence

Optimise resources, workflows and service delivery for efficiency, sustainability, and scalability.

Use data and insights to drive performance improvements and service outcomes.

What You Bring

• Degree in Physiotherapy; postgraduate qualifications or relevant specialisation preferred
• 10+ years of progressive clinical experience, with leadership responsibilities
• Proven track record in leading teams and driving service transformation
• Strong clinical governance and quality improvement expertise
• Experience in acute and/or community care settings
• Forward-thinking, adaptable and comfortable navigating complexity
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Passion for shaping the future of healthcare through rehabilitation

Why Join Us?

Make a direct impact on how rehabilitative care is delivered to support recovery and improved quality of life.

Be part of a purpose-driven organisation that is reimagining healthcare through innovation, collaboration and community-based care.