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• Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, Community Health
• Various work locations possible across the Yorke & Mid North Region
• Salary - AHP3 - $112,139 p.a. to $120,284 p.a.*
• Full Time Temporary Contract (up to 30 June 2027)
• Eligibility Open to Everyone

*Regional Incentives may apply, subject to the terms in the Enterprise Agreement. (Allied Health positions only) + Superannuation + Leave Loading + Salary Sacrifice Benefits + Regional Incentives may apply

Shape the Future of Allied Health. Inspire Learning. Strengthen Rural Healthcare.

About the Opportunity

Are you passionate about developing the next generation of Allied Health professionals? This is an exciting opportunity to combine your clinical expertise, leadership skills and passion for education while making a meaningful impact across rural and remote communities.

As the Allied Health Clinical Educator, you will coordinate and enhance student clinical placements across Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Social Work, Speech Pathology, Dietetics and Podiatry. Working collaboratively with universities, Rural Support Services and Allied Health teams, you will support high-quality learning experiences for students and supervisors across the network.

You will provide clinical education leadership, facilitate quality improvement and research activities, and foster positive learning environments that strengthen workforce capability and support organisational priorities. The role also contributes to the progression, implementation and evaluation of the YNLHN Allied Health Cadetship Program.

What You'll Bring

• Recognised qualification in a relevant Allied Health profession
• Eligibility for full membership with the relevant professional association
• Current registration with AHPRA (where applicable)
• Extensive clinical experience and advanced professional knowledge within your discipline
• Demonstrated ability to support, mentor and educate students and clinical supervisors
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and leadership skills
• Commitment to fostering excellence in clinical education and workforce development

Highly Desirable:

• Postgraduate qualifications in clinical education, professional specialisation, health service management, or a related field
• Experience working within rural and remote healthcare settings

Ready to Apply?

Take the next step in your career and help shape exceptional learning experiences for future Allied Health professionals.  If you're an experienced clinician with a passion for education, leadership and rural healthcare, we'd love to hear from you.

Location

The Yorke and Northern Local Health Network encompasses the Yorke Peninsula, significant areas of the Mid North and Spencer Gulf, Southern Flinders Ranges and the Clare Valley. Its major urban centres are Port Pirie, Clare, Burra, Peterborough, Kadina, Moonta and Wallaroo. 

Port Pirie Regional Health Service is the largest hospital in the region, providing emergency, acute inpatient, specialist surgical, maternal, neonatal, renal dialysis, outpatient and community health services.  

A chemotherapy unit delivers medium-risk cytotoxic treatments.  Clare Hospital and Health Services and Northern Yorke Peninsula Health Service (Wallaroo) are medium sized sites which support the region by providing emergency, acute inpatient care, surgical, maternal and neonatal, low-risk chemotherapy, outpatient and community health services.

Clare and Port Pirie also provide residential aged care and Wallaroo has recently commissioned a rehabilitation service.

A career in YNLHN offers diverse opportunities, strong career development, and the chance to live and work across a unique landscape including farming regions, coastline, vineyards, and the Southern Flinders Ranges. View the video below to learn more about working with us

Work with us - Yorke and Northern LHN

What You Need to Know

The successful candidate will have the benefit of the following (subject to availability and eligibility):

• Up to $13,000 reimbursement for relocation costs (e.g. for travel, removalists).  For information about the eligibility for the Relocation Support working for SA Health can be found here.
• 3 months free accommodation and subsidised rental accommodation for short term contracts (up to 1 year)
• Professional supervision within your discipline to support professional and clinical development
• Support in developing your career journey - whether you are an early career clinician or experienced leader, we can help
• Minimum of $2000 per year for professional development and training (can include registrations, travel and accommodation)
• A thorough orientation and buddy system to support relocation and transition
• Salary Sacrifice Benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is click here.  
• Flexible working arrangements, including part-time options, may be available and can be discussed for this role.

Yorke and Northern Local Health Network (YNLHN) is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQA+SB communities, and people living with disability and/or neurodivergence. We support workplace adjustments and welcome you to share any access or support needs during recruitment and employment. 

Check(s)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.  Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements:

• 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 C

Got Questions? Contact

Esther Miller
Senior Project Officer Allied Health
Phone: 0435 244 421
E-mail: esther.miller@sa.gov.au 

Application Closing Date

23 June 2026 - 11.55PM

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information.  Job ref: 941251.

Attachments

941251 Allied Health Clinical Educator Role Description.pdf

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