AHP 1 or AHP 2 Physiotherapist - Based in Port Lincoln, Cleve or Cowell

AHP 1 or AHP 2 Physiotherapist - Based in Port Lincoln, Cleve or Cowell

AHP 1 or AHP 2 Physiotherapist - Based in Port Lincoln, Cleve or Cowell

SA Health
Job reference: 955747
Location: 5606 - PORT LINCOLN
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

• Eyre and Far North Local Health Network,Community & Allied Health
• based in Port Lincoln, Cleve or Cowell
• AHP1 $73,710 - $89,981 p.a. + Regional Incentive Payment + 12% Superannuation + Leave Loading + Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• AHP2 $94,997 - $110,052 p.a. + Regional Incentive Payment + 12% Superannuation + Leave Loading + Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Temporary Full Time position (up to 21 January 2028)

Please note that this position is multi-classified as either a AHP-1 or AHP-2.

Are you ready to make a meaningful difference in rural health while enjoying the lifestyle of South Australia's stunning coastline?

We are seeking a motivated Physiotherapist (AHP1 or AHP2) to join our Community & Allied Health team based in Port Lincoln, Cleve or Cowell. Whether you are an early-career clinician (AHP1) building your professional foundations, or an experienced practitioner (AHP2) ready to apply advanced clinical skills and leadership capability, we welcome your application, with classification and responsibilities aligned to your qualifications and experience.

In this rewarding rural generalist role, you will deliver comprehensive physiotherapy services across inpatient, outpatient, paediatric and aged care settings, using preventative, early intervention, treatment and health promotion approaches. You will be supported by a strong clinical supervision framework tailored to your level - with structured supervision and mentorship at AHP1 level, and increasing autonomy and leadership opportunities at AHP2 level.

Working as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to improving health outcomes across the Eyre and Far North Region. The position is based in either Port Lincoln, Cleve or Cowell, with opportunities to provide services across multiple regional sites on a rostered basis.

You will also benefit from access to regional professional networks, active participation in physiotherapy and allied health forums, and ongoing professional development opportunities to support your career progression - whether you are consolidating foundational skills or further developing advanced clinical and leadership capabilities.

How Will You Contribute?

Depending on your classification (AHP1 or AHP2), you will:

• Deliver comprehensive physiotherapy services including assessment, intervention, group programs, health promotion and community development initiatives
• Apply Primary Health Care principles to support self-management, prevention and improved health outcomes across the region
• Manage and prioritise a diverse caseload, with increasing autonomy and complexity at AHP2 level
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement, research and evaluation activities
• Support and/or supervise allied health assistants, students and less experienced staff (AHP2), or work under structured clinical supervision while building capability (AHP1)

At the AHP2 level, you will work under reduced clinical direction, contribute professional leadership within the team, support coordination of regional services, and assist in the supervision and development of emerging clinicians.

What You'll Bring

• Degree qualification in Physiotherapy and current (or eligible) AHPRA registration
• Ability to manage an independent caseload with confidence across varied clinical presentations
• Strong communication skills suited to working with patients, families, and multidisciplinary colleagues
• A genuine commitment to rural and remote health equity and culturally respectful practice
• Willingness to work across regional locations within EFNLHN
• Familiarity with SA Health clinical frameworks or a readiness to learn them quickly

About Us

With its ancient outback landscapes, boutique vineyards, oyster farms and Australia's best-kept-secret surf coast, Eyre and Far North will inspire and energise you.

The Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN) is responsible for the planning and delivery of hospital and health services over 337,626 square kilometres, taking in the Eyre Peninsula, western part of South Australia and north to Coober Pedy. We are one of the largest LHNs by area in Australia and communities include Ceduna, Cleve, Coober Pedy, Cowell, Cummins, Elliston, Kimba, Oodnadatta, Port Lincoln, Streaky Bay, Tumby Bay and Wudinna.

Services include acute care, medical, accident and emergency, surgery, birthing and midwifery, specialist consultancy, renal dialysis, chemotherapy, transfusions, rehabilitation, residential and community aged care, respite care, transitional care packages, Aboriginal health, mental health, allied health, community health, community nursing, palliative care, community home support packages and home modifications.

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary and regional incentives
• Salary package a range of benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills and groceries) up to $9,010 each FBT year + $2,650 for Meal Entertainment expenses each FBT year
• Wellbeing and counselling support: support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program
• Access to regional professional networks and ongoing professional development
• Lifestyle balance rarely achievable in metropolitan settings
• Paid leave with leave loading for rest and recharge
• Employee recognition: supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.
• Regional Incentives may apply, subject to the terms in the Enterprise Agreement.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s)

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

Application Closing Date: 19 November 2026, 11:55PM

Eligibility: Eligibility Open to Everyone

From a government health authority in Australia

Flexibility Statement
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.

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