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• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Whyalla/Port Augusta
• AHP1/2 | Full/Part Time | Ongoing
• Multiple Positions Available
• Base Salary Range: $71,217 - $106,330 p.a

Bring your knowledge and care to a role where you’ll help improve lives every day!

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.

Your Career. Your Impact

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.

Make the move. Discover a region where life is simpler, opportunities are greater, and community matters. Come and Discover FUNLHN!

Find out more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network at: Working at the FUNLHN

Our Benefits:

• Financial Incentive: In addition to your annual salary and standard entitlements, you may be eligible for regional specific allowances as outlined in the award. Depending on your location, you could also qualify for a Locality Allowance (conditions apply).  Plus, boost your take-home pay even further by enjoying salary packaging options.
• Grow Your Career: Access professional development and upskilling opportunities to achieve your career goals. Benefit from Clinical Supervision and a dedicated support program for new graduates, including Transition to Professional Practice Program for Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) | SA Health.
• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work in an inclusive environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference in the health of our community.
• Balance Work and Life: Flexible working arrangements help you maintain a healthy balance between rewarding work and personal commitments.
• Prioritise Your Wellbeing: Enjoy Fitness Passport discounts for you and your family, annual voluntary flu vaccinations, and access to confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Relocation Support: Up to $13,000 reimbursement may be available for those relocating. Learn more a SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
• Accommodation Assistance: Accommodation support may be available to make relocating easier (conditions apply).

Service:

Allied and Community Health Service

Our Allied and Community Health Teams are multi-disciplinary teams who work together towards the common goal of improving health outcomes of our community members. Services are based in Port Augusta and Whyalla, with regular outreach clinics held in Roxby Downs, Quorn, Hawker, Maree and Leigh Creek. We offer a wide range of centre-based, in-home and community-based services to people of all ages and tailor our services to best meet our client needs. To find out more about the Services at Country Health Connect - Flinders and Upper North Community Health Service | SA Health

Living and Working in the Flinders and Upper North Region - Whyalla

Living and Working in the Flinders and Upper North Region - Port Augusta

About the Role:

Under the guidance of a Clinical Senior Physiotherapist, the Physiotherapist (AHP1) plays a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care tailored to the needs of the local community. Working as part of a supportive, multi-professional team, you’ll contribute to prevention, early intervention, treatment, and evaluation strategies that make a real difference in people’s lives.

As a Physiotherapist (AHP2) they will draw on their advanced clinical knowledge and growing expertise to plan, deliver, and evaluate a wide range of services with greater independence. Working under reduced clinical direction, you’ll also contribute to the supervision of less experienced staff, allied health assistants, and students, helping to build future capability. This role provides the opportunity to collaborate across sectors, applying a holistic approach to care that enhances health outcomes and strengthens community well-being.

Learn more about our Allied Health workforce

About You:

AHP1

• Must hold a recognised qualification within the relevant allied health profession and be eligible for full membership of the relevant allied health Professional Association. For those disciplines requiring Registration, all requirements to maintain current registration must be fulfilled. For self-regulated professions it is desirable to participate in the professional associations accredited continuous professional development program.
• Deliver a broad range of clinical services using established methods and procedures.
• Apply professional judgment within defined areas, with guidance from a Clinical Senior as needed.
• Provide clinical care through individual sessions, group programs, and health promotion activities.
• Effectively manage and prioritise personal workload.

AHP2

• Must hold a recognised qualification within a relevant Allied Health profession and be eligible for practicing membership of the relevant Professional Association. For those professions requiring Registration, all requirements to obtain and maintain current registration must be fulfilled. For self-regulated professions it is desirable to participate in the professional association accredited continuing professional development program.
• Apply professional expertise and clinical competence to support diverse client groups with complex need.
• Exercise sound judgment in adapting established methods and procedures.
• Deliver a mix of clinical and consultative services, including individual, group, and health promotion activities.
• Manage and prioritise personal workload effectively.
• Support others in developing workload management plans and allocating team resources.

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

Applicant Information:

• Please refer to the role descriptions below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.
• 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.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Want To Know More? Contact:

Dan Johnson - A/Team Leader Clinical Services Team, 0407 611 623, daniel.johnson@sa.gov.au 

Job Ref: 913935

Application Closing Date: Tuesday 10th March 2026 - 11:55PM

Refer to the SA Health Career Website How to Apply for further information.

913935 AHP1 Role Description

913935 AHP2 Role Description

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