Applications close: 13th Jun, 2026Chief Acute Care Officer TLC Healthcare is a leading values-driven provider experiencing significant growth and innovation across Australia. We are establishing and scaling a new acute care platform, commencing with day surgery and expanding over time. We are seeking an exceptional Chief Acute Care Officer (CACO) to join our Executive Leadership Team and shape a new platform within an established organisation.The Opportunity Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Acute Care Officer holds local hospital CEO‐level accountability for:Establishing and operating TLC's first day surgery hospitalLeading clinical governance, safety, compliance and operational performanceBuilding and leading a high‐performing acute care leadership and medical modelDriving disciplined, staged growth of the acute care pipeline over timeThis is a hands‐on executive role, requiring strong clinical governance acumen, commercial discipline, and the maturity to lead confidently in a complex, highly regulated environment.About You You are a senior healthcare executive with:Proven leadership experience at hospital CEO, COO or equivalent executive levelDeep expertise in acute care operations, clinical governance, accreditation and regulatory complianceExperience leading hospital commissioning, capital development and growthStrong credibility with clinicians, VMOs, Boards, regulators and insurersHigh emotional intelligence, judgement and executive presenceYou bring a balanced leadership style—commercially astute, clinically grounded, values‐driven and outcome‐focused.Remuneration This role attracts Executive Level remuneration, consistent with TLC's senior executive pay framework:Total Remuneration Package circa $550,000Short‐term incentive opportunity of 15 %Compliance RequirementsSatisfactory NDIS Worker Screening Check (including National Criminal History Police Check)Completion of mandatory training requirementsRight to work in AustraliaCurrent Victorian Driver's LicenceUp‐to‐date COVID‐19 and Influenza vaccinationsWhat you'll getProgram of employee and wellbeing initiativesExclusive access to TLC Employee Shopping PortalEmployee Assistance ProgramOngoing leadership development and coachingDiscounted health insuranceFree gym membershipNovated leasingWhy Join TLC Healthcare?Be part of a growing, innovative healthcare organisationShape and lead a new acute care platform with executive authorityWork closely with a highly engaged CEO and executive teamMake a lasting impact on healthcare delivery, quality and outcomesFor any questions regarding this role, please feel free to contact Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@tlchealthcare.com.au.We are an organisation with a strong sense of purpose that celebrates diversity, inclusion and embodies our core values of respect, accountability, excellence, collaboration, integrity and innovation. Our culture is based on a supportive team environment where people thrive and achieve their best professionally. At TLC, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered. We believe that embracing different perspectives strengthens our organisation and enhances our ability to serve our communities with integrity and compassion.As part of our recruitment process, you may be required to complete a pre-employment psychometric and medical assessment.#J-18808-Ljbffr