Rural Generalist Physiotherapist – Tatiara

• Ongoing | Part-Time – 0.65 FTE, with potential for up to Full-Time.
• AHP1 | $73,710 - $89,981 p.a. (pro rata)
• AHP2 | $94,997 - $110,052 p.a. (pro rata)
• 12% Superannuation | Leave Loading | Salary Sacrifice
• Location: Tatiara – Bordertown or Keith (negotiable)

Please note that this position is multi-classified as either an AHP1 or AHP2. Classification will be determined by the successful applicant's qualifications, experience and demonstrated level of professional competency.

About The Role

Join Country Health Connect as a Rural Generalist Physiotherapist and build a rewarding career delivering physiotherapy services to communities across the Tatiara region.

This newly created ongoing position offers 0.65 FTE with flexibility for the right candidate and potential to increase to full-time as the role develops. Your primary location can be negotiated between Bordertown or Keith.

Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will provide client-centred physiotherapy assessment, intervention and rehabilitation across a range of rural health settings. You will be supported through clinical supervision, professional networks and development opportunities while contributing to high-quality, accessible healthcare for regional communities.

About You

To succeed in the Rural Generalist Physiotherapist role, you will:

• Hold a recognised qualification in Physiotherapy and meet all requirements to obtain and maintain current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrate the ability to assess client needs and plan, implement and evaluate appropriate evidence-based physiotherapy interventions.
• Work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and communicate professionally with clients, families, carers, health professionals and community service providers.
• Demonstrate sound organisational skills, professional judgement and the ability to manage and prioritise a varied clinical workload.
• At AHP1 level, develop your clinical skills with direct supervision and support from experienced Physiotherapists, with supervision reducing as your experience and capability develop.
• At AHP2 level, apply greater clinical experience and professional judgement, working with increased autonomy and managing increasingly complex clinical practice.
• Work as part of a well-supported service, with access to Allied Health Assistant and administrative support to assist with effective service delivery.

About Country Health Connect

Country Health Connect provides a broad range of health and community-based services across the Limestone Coast, supporting people throughout different stages of their health and care journey.

As part of the Physiotherapy service, you will work collaboratively with other health professionals, service providers and community partners to deliver integrated, client-centred care. Services may include inpatient, outpatient, outreach and community-based physiotherapy, with opportunities to work across different clinical areas depending on service needs and your level of experience.

You will be supported by experienced Physiotherapists and connected to professional and multidisciplinary networks across the Limestone Coast and regional South Australia, providing opportunities to continue developing your rural generalist skills and professional practice.

About the Limestone Coast Local Health Network

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) delivers essential health services to more than 67,000 people across South Australia’s south-east, while also supporting communities in Western Victoria. With over 1800 staff and approximately 250 volunteers, LCLHN is a major regional employer committed to safe, high-quality, and community-focused care.

Our services extend from the Victorian border to the iconic Limestone Coast, delivering acute, community, and aged care services across a diverse network of sites. Working at LCLHN means being part of an organisation that plays a vital role in the health and wellbeing of its communities.

Beyond the work, LCLHN offers an exceptional lifestyle in one of Australia’s most liveable regional destinations, where professional impact is matched with genuine work–life balance.

Why the Limestone Coast Local Health Network?

• Make a meaningful difference as a trusted and valued part of the community.
• Receive a Regional Allowance of $3,653.55 per year for up to five years.
• Access a $1,000 annual professional development allowance.
• Enjoy flexibility, with 0.65 FTE and the potential for up to full-time employment as the role develops.
• Choose a base in Bordertown or Keith, with location negotiable for the successful candidate.
• Be supported by experienced clinicians, professional networks and ongoing development opportunities.
• Enjoy relaxed, affordable regional living while building broad rural clinical experience.

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Conditions of Employment

• A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position.
• A satisfactory Working With Children Check (WWCC) is required.
• A satisfactory NDIS Worker Screening Check is required.
• A current driver's licence is essential, along with a willingness to drive on country roads and travel as required.
• Flexibility and some out-of-hours work may be required.
• Immunisation Risk for this position is – Category A.
• The successful applicant will be required to comply with the LCLHN credentialling requirements for Allied Health and Scientific Health Professionals.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups. The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.

Enquiries

For any enquiries, please feel free to contact Katy Lockwood, Clinical Senior Physiotherapist on (08) 8721 1460 or email katy.lockwood@sa.gov.au and quote role 948717.

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

948717 AHP1 Rural Generalist Physiotherapist.pdf

948717 AHP2 Rural Generalist Physiotherapist.pdf

Applications to be submitted before 11:59pm (ACDT) Sunday 6th September 2026