Physiotherapist - Commonwealth Home Support Program
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Work type: Full time
Location: Far North
Categories: Allied and Scientific Health
* Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Whyalla/Port Augusta
* AHP1/2 | Full Time | Ongoing
* Base Salary Range: $73,710 - $110,052 p.a
Join our team as a Physiotherapist and make a real difference helping older Australians stay independent and active in their own homes!
Discover the Flinders and Upper North – Where Lifestyle Meets Opportunity
Imagine living where your commute is short, your weekends are long, and your backyard is filled with breathtaking landscapes. The Flinders and Upper North region offers a lifestyle that blends career growth with endless adventure.
Here, you'll have more time for what matters most - whether that's exploring the rugged beauty of the Flinders Ranges, enjoying time on the water, connecting with friends, or simply embracing the serenity of regional living. With access to quality public and private schools, plus tertiary education options, this is an ideal place to raise a family and build a future.
When you join us, you're not just taking a job - you're becoming part of a supportive, welcoming team committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities. You'll work across discipline‐specific and multi‐disciplinary teams, gaining experience in diverse settings that challenge and inspire you. We invest in your future through continuing education and professional development opportunities, so you can grow your skills and advance your career - all while making a real difference in the lives of people in our region.
To learn more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, including its services and facilities, visit: Working at the FUNLHN
* Financial Incentive: You may be eligible for Regional and Locality allowance (where applicable) and salary packaging to increase your take‐home pay.
* Work-life Balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your lifestyle and personal commitments.
* Prioritise Your Wellbeing: Enjoy Fitness Passport discounts for you and your family, annual flu vaccinations, and access to confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program.
* Accommodation Assistance: Support may be available to make relocating easier (conditions apply).
About the Role
Make a real impact in your community as a Physiotherapist in the Commonwealth Home Support Program! You'll provide short-term, restorative, and maintenance-focused care to help older Australians (65+) maintain independence and remain in their own homes.
Your role will include assessing, treating, and managing mobility, pain, and falls risk through personalised exercise programs and rehabilitation, delivered either in clients' homes or clinic settings. Join a supportive, multi-professional team and play a key part in improving quality of life for older adults. This role offers the opportunity to work under supervision (AHP1) or with reduced direction (AHP2), contributing to the development of less experienced allied health staff, assistants, and students while supporting a collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach to care.
* Hold a recognised qualification within the relevant Allied Health profession and meet all professional registration or membership requirements.
* Ability to apply professional knowledge and judgement to deliver high-quality clinical services across a range of settings.
* Experience providing individual, group and health promotion services within a multidisciplinary environment.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workload, prioritise competing demands and contribute to effective service delivery.
* Commitment to continuous professional development, collaborative practice and positive client outcomes.
* Please refer to the role descriptions below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.
* Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
* SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.
* We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.
* The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
How to Apply
Refer to the SA Health Career Website How to Apply for further information.
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Advertised: 01 Jun 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 29 Jun 2026 11:55 PM Cen. Australia Standard Time
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