Operations Director Radiology

• Lead one of Australia’s largest and most advanced radiology services, performing over 350,000 examinations annually across eight sites.
• Drive operational excellence and innovation across medical, interventional, and therapeutic radiology, nuclear medicine, and advanced imaging technologies.
• Shape the future of radiology services in a leading academic health network, fostering research, education, and best‑practice patient care.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Monash Health is Victoria’s largest and most comprehensive health service, providing safe, high‑quality care across more than 40 locations to a rapidly growing and diverse population. Within its Surgery and Statewide Services Division, Radiology at Monash Health is one of the largest departments in Australia and the largest in Victoria, delivering over 350,000 examinations per year across Monash Medical Centre, Monash Children’s Hospital, Dandenong, Casey, Moorabbin, Kingston, Cranbourne, and the Victorian Heart Hospital. With a commitment to evidence‑based practice, education, and research, Monash Radiology is at the forefront of safe, high‑quality imaging, consistently maintaining CT dose levels significantly below national averages. Recruitment for this role forms part of a recent broader organisational restructure at Monash Health, incorporating a more contemporary and future-fit leadership structure across all Divisions. This is a career-defining opportunity for an accomplished leader to make a significant impact within a complex and progressive health organisation.

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Divisional Director, Surgery and Statewide Services, the Operations Director provides strategic and operational leadership for all Radiology services, including medical, therapeutic, and interventional radiology, nuclear medicine, and advanced imaging modalities such as MRI, PET, and CT. The role is accountable for delivering safe, high‑quality, patient‑centred care, achieving financial and operational objectives, and supporting innovation in clinical service delivery. It also plays a key role in fostering collaboration with medical, academic, and research partners, enhancing patient outcomes, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement across the portfolio.

THE CANDIDATE

You are an experienced senior healthcare leader with specialist qualifications in radiology or a related discipline and current registration in Victoria. With a proven track record managing complex, multi‑site services in tertiary health environments, you bring expertise in operational and clinical governance, financial stewardship, and strategic planning. You are an inclusive and innovative leader, committed to delivering safe, high‑quality imaging services, advancing research and education, and driving service improvement and workforce engagement. Postgraduate qualifications in management, leadership, or health administration are essential
​(or you are actively working towards them).

For a confidential discussion about this role, you are welcome to contact Paul Leyden, Divisional Director, Surgery and Statewide Services on M: +61 (0)437 740 944
​E: Paul.Leyden@monashhealth.org alternatively you can speak with Rhodie Miller, Principal Consultant at HardyGroup M: +61 (0)422 816 557

Please note: If applying for multiple vacancies at Monash Health, a separate application is required for each role via our portal. You may submit a single cover letter outlining the roles applied for, and reuse Selection Criteria responses where appropriate. Please also address any role-specific criteria, if applicable.

HOW TO APPLY

The closing date for applications is Friday, 15 August, 5pm.
The reference number to include in your application is H25_5225

Your application must include:

1. Cover letter addressed to the Divisional Director;
2. A written response addressing the selection criteria including role specific selection criteria (maximum 2 pages)
3. An up to date copy of your Curriculum Vitae.

Note: Please use the online platform to submit your application. It will not be accepted via email.