Exercise Medicine Team Leader
Physiotherapist / Exercise Physiologist
Full-Time
Join our team and make an immediate impact
Lift Cancer Care Services is a unique, purpose-built oncology service operating as both an accredited day hospital and a multidisciplinary allied health clinic, delivering Exercise Medicine, Physiotherapy, Lymphoedema Services, Dietetics and Psychology under a world-leading integrated model of care.
We are recognised as leaders in oncology exercise medicine, delivering evidence-based care to people living with cancer in a complex, high-volume clinical environment. Our work sits at the intersection of hospital-level governance and fast-paced outpatient care, requiring strong systems, clear decision-making, and operational discipline.
“We are looking for high-calibre Physios and EPs with leadership capability who want to move beyond traditional models and be part of a clinically integrated, high-performance cancer care service.”
This is not a typical leadership role
At Lift Cancer Care Services, we are changing the way cancer is treated. Exercise is not positioned as rehabilitation. It is delivered as evidence-based treatment, alongside chemotherapy, radiation and surgery. We are looking for leaders to help us scale this model.
About the Role
We are seeking an Exercise Medicine Team Leader to join our leadership team.
This role sits at the intersection of:
Clinical excellence
Team leadership
Operational performance
You will play a key role in:
Leading and developing a multidisciplinary Exercise Medicine team
Ensuring high standards of clinical care and consistency of delivery
Supporting the operational performance of a high-volume, hospital-grade service
Contributing to the ongoing evolution of an innovative model of care
This is a role for someone who wants to:
Lead from the front, think critically, and be part of something that is genuinely reshaping healthcare.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Clinical Leadership
Drive clinical standards, consistency and quality of care
Provide mentoring, support and development to Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists
Monitor clinical performance and contribute to continuous improvement
Support onboarding, training and competency development of new staff
Team Leadership & Culture
Foster a high-performing, connected and values-driven team environment
Be a visible leader on the clinical floor
Support team engagement, communication and development
Act as a key point of support for the Exercise Medicine team
Operational Excellence
Support efficient clinic operations, rostering and service delivery
Monitor key metrics including utilisation, access and patient flow
Identify and implement improvements to systems and processes
Work closely with administration and leadership teams to optimise service delivery
Patient Experience & Access
Support patients to access and engage in Exercise Medicine treatment
Contribute to a model of care that prioritises accessibility and continuity
Ensure patient feedback is captured, responded to and used to improve care
Service Development & Growth
Contribute to the ongoing development of Lift’s Exercise Medicine model
Engage with emerging evidence and support translation into practice
Be part of a team shaping the future of cancer care in Australia
About You
You are:
A Physiotherapist or Accredited Exercise Physiologist
An experienced clinician with a strong foundation across clinical settings
Someone who has stepped into leadership or is ready to
Confident managing complexity and making decisions
Highly organised, accountable and proactive
Motivated by purpose and impact, not just a job
Most importantly, you are someone who wants to be part of changing how healthcare is delivered.
What Makes This Role Different
You will work in a clinically integrated, hospital-grade environment
You will lead within a growing, values-driven organisation
You will develop both clinical and leadership capability
You will be part of a model that is gaining national attention for its innovation
Why Lift?
At Lift, our mission is simple:
To improve the health outcomes of people with cancer.
Our values guide everything we do:
Care – for our patients, our team and our work
Accessibility – ensuring people can access the care they need
Empowerment – enabling people to take an active role in their health
We are a clinician-led organisation and we are building something meaningful.
The Opportunity
This is an opportunity to:
Step into a leadership role with real responsibility
Grow your career in a rapidly evolving area of healthcare
Work alongside a passionate and driven team
Be part of something bigger than yourself
Apply
Applications are now open. If this resonates with you, we would love to hear from you.
Please email your CV and cover letter to careers@liftcancercare.com.au for a confidential discussion.
