* Limestone Coast Local Health Network - Country Health Connect, Mount Gambier
* Salary: AHP2 $91,785 - $106,330 p.a. + 12% Superannuation + Leave Loading + Salary Sacrifice Benefits + Regional Incentives may apply
* Temporary Full-time position (up to 2 March 2027), part-time applications will be considered and encouraged to apply
* Eligibility Open to Everyone
Overview
Are you an Accredited Exercise Physiologist looking to make a meaningful impact in regional health? Limestone Coast Local Health Network is seeking a motivated and skilled Exercise Physiologist to join Country Health Connect, delivering high-quality, person-centred services across the region.
This is an opportunity to apply your clinical expertise within a supportive multidisciplinary team while enjoying the diversity and autonomy of rural practice.
About the Role
The Exercise Physiologist (AHP2) applies clinical experience, specialist knowledge and professional competence to plan, implement and evaluate comprehensive exercise physiology services tailored to the needs of the local community.
Working under reduced clinical direction, you will manage a diverse caseload across community, outreach, home-based and tele-rehabilitation settings. You will contribute to prevention, early intervention, treatment and health promotion initiatives, supporting clients across the lifespan and across a range of clinical areas.
You may also contribute to supervision of junior staff, allied health assistants and students, while supporting service development and quality improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver evidence-based assessment, intervention and evaluation services across individual, group and population health settings
* Manage and prioritise a complex caseload across community, acute, aged care, Aboriginal health and outreach services
* Contribute to clinical leadership, supervision and professional development within the allied health team
* Support service planning, quality improvement, research and evaluation activities to enhance regional service delivery
What You'll Bring
* Recognised qualification in Exercise Physiology and eligibility for accreditation with Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA)
* Demonstrated ability to work independently with sound clinical judgement in a rural or community health setting
* Strong communication and collaboration skills within a multidisciplinary team
* Commitment to culturally safe practice and client-centred care
Benefits and Incentives
* Salary packaging benefits in addition to annual salary, superannuation, and leave loading
* Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 (subject to SA Health Careers relocation support)
* Access to wellbeing initiatives: mental health resources, EAP, flexible work options, and wellbeing activities
* Regional Incentives may apply, subject to the terms in the Enterprise Agreement
* Flexible working arrangements, including part-time options, are encouraged and supported
Diversity and Inclusion
Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQI+ individuals, people living with a disability, and other diverse community groups. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements, and we are committed to providing workplace adjustments to support a positive and inclusive work environment.
Checks and Conditions
* DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
* DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
* National Police Certificate (NPC) required for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups
* Immunisation risk for this position is Category A; SA Health Services must implement vaccine-preventable disease policies in the workplace
* Appointment subject to satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements
Contact
Katy Lockwood
Position: Clinical Senior Physiotherapist
Phone: 8721 1460
E-mail:
Application Closing Date
15 April 2026 - 2 week close - 11.55PM
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