Alfred HealthAlfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.Full TimeFixed Term 2-year contractGrade 4 Allied Health ProfessionalLocation: Alfred Health – The Alfred, Caulfield and Sandringham HospitalsThe DepartmentThe Allied Health Research and Knowledge Translation program is a Department of Health funded initiative focusing on enhanced research, education, and leadership capacity for allied health professionals. The program aims to support the development and implementation of allied health specific research, as well as facilitating the growth of research activity and research skills for allied health professionals. The Allied Health Research and Knowledge Translation program will provide an emerging Allied Health researcher with a 2-year funded contract to undertake priority research and facilitate the translation of high-quality research evidence to clinical practice.The next phase of research translation at Alfred Health will be focusing on telehealth, workforce including professional governance and novel models, allied health assistants, and supporting leadership capability and pathways for allied health professionals.Position SummaryThe Alfred Health Allied Health Research and Knowledge Translation Lead will design, develop, and implement research, in addition to supporting the growth of research activity and skills for allied health professionals over a 2-year periodKey Priorities IncludeDigital technology to improve health outcomesNovel models of care to improve patient and health system outcomesIncreasing the evidence base for allied health interventions in an area of interest of the applicantQualifications And Experience RequiredRecognised graduate entry-level qualification in a relevant Allied Health discipline and also have completed (or have demonstrated significant progress towards completion) of a research doctorate (PhD).You will demonstrate a beginning track record of successful and productive research related to Allied Health practice and a strong commitment to evidence translation to improve patient outcomes and experience.Evidence of critical thinking, innovation and system-level focus are highly desirable.Staff BenefitsGenerous salary packaging and novated leasing are available through MaxxiaOnsite child care services, payroll deductible expenseOnsite staff gym, a payroll deductible expenseModern onsite library faculties, exclusive to Alfred Health staffAccess to health and wellbeing incentivesDiscounted health insuranceFor more information about the position refer to the position description.If you have any questions please contact Andrea Elliott, Deputy Director Allied Health, on 0432 558 500.applications close at 11.00pm on Tuesday 24th of June 2025Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au
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