Fixed-Term Contract (2 Years)
Lead People. Lift Performance. Shape the Future of Physiotherapy.
Make a difference by empowering people to be at their best.
Vector Health is seeking an exceptional
Head of Physiotherapy
– a leader who knows how to build teams, inspire people, and elevate performance within a mission-driven organisation.
This role is ideal for a
senior physiotherapist, lead clinician, or performance director
with demonstrated experience in
leading teams, managing people, engaging clinicians, and driving excellence across multi-site services
.
"The Head of Physiotherapy provides strategic, clinical, and operational leadership across the organisation's physiotherapy and other services including exercise physiology, exercise science and strength and conditioning."
You will guide a multi-site physiotherapy, exercise physiology and exercise science team across two locations, ensuring clinical quality, operational efficiency, and a thriving culture grounded in our mission, vision, and values.
Why This Role Matters
You will be the organisation's physiotherapy leader – responsible for culture, standards, performance, and innovation. Your leadership will shape how our clinicians grow, how our patients experience care, and how our services evolve.
Your impact will span:
Leadership & motivation
People management and team development
Operational coordination and workflow optimisation
Time management and prioritisation
Performance uplift and culture building
What You'll Lead
Leadership & People Development
Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of
physiotherapists and mentor a senior exercise physiologist/exercise scientist




across two sites.
Lead a
high-performance, patient-centred culture
.
Conduct structured supervision, coaching, and performance reviews.
Develop competency pathways from graduate to senior levels.
Model values-based leadership that inspires accountability and growth.
Clinical & Technical Governance
Maintain physiotherapy standards across all services.
Provide advanced case support for complex presentations.
Lead audits, quality improvement, and outcome-tracking systems.Ensure documentation excellence and evidence-based practice.
Operational Management
Coordinate service delivery across two locations.
Manage caseload distribution, scheduling, and workflow optimisation.
Ensure equipment readiness, safety, and compliance.
Collaborate with Performance and Support teams.
Commercial & Strategic Leadership
Drive physiotherapy revenue, productivity, and service growth.
Develop new programs, referral pathways, and partnerships.
Contribute to strategic planning and service expansion.
Represent Vector Health externally with professionalism and impact.
Caseload Expectations
Your primary focus is leadership, governance, and performance – not a full clinical caseload. The caseload you work with will be driven towards your specific area of interest.




What You Bring
Bachelor or Masters in Physiotherapy
AHPRA registration
Demonstrated experience leading teams and managing people
Proven ability to
motivate clinicians and lift performance
Strong time-management and coordination skills
Experience in clinical governance, service development, or commercial performance
Experience across multiple sites (preferred)
Postgraduate qualifications in musculoskeletal, sports, leadership, or governance (highly regarded)
An ability to have tough conversations
Contract & Salary
2-year fixed-term contract
Salary from $135K + super.
This is dependent on experience and demonstrated success in similar roles.
Full-time (This is not a Part-Time Role).
Flexible start date for the right candidate
Salary Packaging available with additional benefits.
Relocation assistance available
If you're ready to lead a high-performing physiotherapy team and shape the future of allied health in Central Queensland, we want to meet you.
Essential Requirements
Relevant Tertiary Qualification
First Aid Certificate
Current Provide/Perform CPR
Sports Medicine / Physio / Allied Health Degree
National Police / Criminal History Check
Drivers Licence
Application Instruction
Please write a cover letter outlining how your experience will help lead our physiotherapy team and continue our business success. Please address the cover letter to Jennifer Pithouse, Practice Manager. The cover letter is limited to 2 pages.
Most current resume
Referees can be supplied on shortlist.
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