Coordinate and lead business practice improvement projects for the Specialist Palliative Care Service (SPCS), while independently managing a multifaceted continuous quality improvement programme aimed at promoting value-based, patient-centred healthcare to stakeholders throughout the health service.

The Role An opportunity has become available for an Allied Health - Advanced (Digital Improvement) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

- Demonstrate advanced levels of clinical expertise and leadership in specialist palliative care
- Apply advanced clinical expertise to contribute to strategic planning
- Develop specialised education and training programs, supervise and mentor staff within the SPCS
- Independently lead and participate in clinical research and quality improvement projects

About you To be successful in this position you will require:

- Tertiary degree or equivalent from a relevant registered tertiary institution in one of the following: Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Social Work
- AHPRA Registration, or eligibility for registration with the appropriate professional body
- Eligibility for registration with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
- Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
- Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
- Paid Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
- Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed




- Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

- Flexible work options
- Career Development
- Salary Packaging
- Modern Facilities
- Diverse Work Culture
- Research Opportunities
- 12.75% super
- 17.5% leave loading

Salary

- Temporary part-time
- Base salary ranging from $73.12 - $76.30 per hour

About Us The Specialist Palliative Care Service (SPCS) delivers comprehensive and compassionate world class care to address specialist palliative care needs for consumers within Gold Coast Health, as well as leading a number of statewide services and projects.

About Gold Coast Health

- Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
- Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
- More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
- Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
- Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
- A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
- Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply Click APPLY to submit your application by Friday, 25 September 2026

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work setting. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC692444

Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.

📌 Allied Health - Advanced (Digital Improvement) (Robina)
🏢 Department of Health - Queensland
📍 Robina