- Permanent Part Time, 56 hours per fortnight
- Located in: Frankston, Victoria
- Classification: Specialist Year 1 – Specialist Year 9 plus super
Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.
We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.
More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.
Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.
The Team & Role
As Head of Unit Rehabilitation Medicine, you will provide strategic and clinical leadership to specialists, junior medical staff and allied health professionals across the rehabilitation service. Reporting to the Clinical Director (RAPPS), you will play a key role in shaping service delivery, driving clinical excellence and supporting the ongoing evolution of rehabilitation models of care.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based rehabilitation medicine services across multiple sites
- Driving a culture of clinical excellence, safety and continuous improvement
- Providing leadership, direction and change management to a multidisciplinary team
- Supporting workforce development, including recruitment, training and wellbeing of medical staff
- Contributing to service planning, innovation and the development of future models of care
- Ensuring effective resource management and financial stewardship within the service
This is a senior leadership opportunity for a Rehabilitation Physician who is passionate about delivering high-quality care while shaping the future of rehabilitation services within a large, integrated health network.
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Skills & Experience Required
- Medical Practitioner Registered in Australia.
- Rehabilitation Medicine Specialist qualifications FAFRM (RACP).
- Relevant track record and experience in leading rehabilitation teams.
- Sound clinical knowledge, skills and experience in contemporary medical and evidence-based practice.
- Patient safety and quality review knowledge and skills
- Excellence in interpersonal skills
- Ability to implement change
- Leadership and management skills (Desirable)
- Teaching skills (Desirable)
- Financial literacy (Desirable)
Benefits
- Step into state-of-the-art facilities
- Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
- Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
- Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
- Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
- Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
- Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
- Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders
Next Steps
For role specific information please contact Nathan Johns via NJohns@phcn.vic.gov.au
If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact the Medical Workforce Unit via SMSMWU@phcn.vic.gov.au or 03) 9784-7325
The role ceases advertising on 14th August 2026.
Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/
Additional Information
Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.
To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/
*Please refer to Medical Specialists (Victorian Public Health Sector) (AMA Victoria/ASMOF) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2022-2026 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/
It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.
Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.