Allied Health Manager
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Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Counsellor Level 7 Grade 2; Dietitian Level 7 Grade 2; Occupational Therapist Level 7 Grade 2; Physiotherapist Level 7 Grade 2; Sexual Assault Worker Level 7 Grade 2; Social Worker Level 7 Grade 2; Speech Pathologist Level Grade 2; Welfare Officer Level 7 Grade 2
Remuneration: $171,030.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Bathurst, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 19 August 2026 – 11:59pm
Allied Health Manager
Bathurst Health Service
About the role
The Allied Health Manager is a senior leader who provides operational, strategic, professional and clinical leadership to Physiotherapy, Dietetics, Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Mid-Western Brain Injury and Social Work teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality clinical care.
You will lead the strategic initiatives within the teams to contribute to the successful delivery of District, State and Commonwealth priorities at Bathurst Health Service.
While leading and oversee the maintenance and monitoring of clinical and workforce governance mechanisms to promote professional growth and high performance across your teams, you will demonstrate accountability and a positive workplace culture.
The successful candidate will provide expert advice to Bathurst Heath Service Executive on matters relating to clinical and workforce governance to ensure timely and effective issues resolution.
In addition to leading supporting staff to manage time and prioritise their clinical, operational and strategic workloads within optimum delivery standards, the Allied Health Manager will manage a complex and diverse team of clinicians.
Reporting to the General Manager, this role is also responsible for leading and supporting the achievement of National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards within Bathurst Health Service.
About Bathurst Health Service
Bathurst Health Service is a Level C referral facility with 100 beds.
Bathurst Hospital Services include allied health, ambulatory care, coronary care, emergency medicine, intensive care (level 4), general medicine, maternity (level 4), mental health drug & alcohol, obstetrics & gynaecology, oncology, paediatrics, pathology, radiology, rehabilitation and surgery services.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
· Click ‘Apply’
· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
· Upload your current resume
· Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Jo Holden on (02) 6330 5300 or at jo.holden@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
· Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
· Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
· For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
