Regional Physiotherapist (AHP2)

Why This Role Matters
JPS Medical Recruitment is hiring a Regional Physiotherapist (AHP2) to deliver essential physiotherapy services across regional communities. This role plays a critical part in improving access to rehabilitation, enhancing patient outcomes, and supporting underserved populations in remote areas.

Job Description
As a Regional Physiotherapist (AHP2), you will manage a diverse caseload across community and clinical settings, delivering preventative, early intervention, and rehabilitation services. You will work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams while also maintaining autonomy in clinical decision-making across the Flinders and Upper North region.

Key Features
• Position: Regional Physiotherapist (AHP2)
• Company: JPS Medical Recruitment
• Location: Port Augusta, South Australia, Australia (serving Whyalla & Eyre Peninsula region)
• Employment Type: Full-Time (Contract/Ongoing)

Responsibilities
• Manage diverse and complex patient caseloads across community and clinical environments
• Deliver preventative, early intervention, and rehabilitation physiotherapy services
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams
• Contribute to service planning, development, and improvement initiatives
• Provide guidance and supervision to junior clinicians, assistants, and students
• Travel across regional areas to ensure access to physiotherapy services
• Maintain high standards of patient care and documentation

Required Qualification
• Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent
• Current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency

Important Requirements
• Experience managing varied or complex caseloads
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Interest in regional or community healthcare
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel
• Ability to meet compliance, screening, and immunisation requirements

Employment Options
• Full-time ongoing role
• Regional healthcare opportunity
• Community-focused multidisciplinary work environment

What We Offer
• Competitive pay: $45 – $60 per hour + superannuation
• Broad clinical exposure across diverse patient groups
• Structured supervision and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to make a real impact in regional communities

Experience and Skills
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment skills
• Rehabilitation and patient-centered care expertise
• Ability to handle diverse clinical presentations
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities
• Adaptability across different healthcare settings

Salary Insights
• $45 – $60 per hour + superannuation
• Competitive for regional physiotherapy roles in Australia

Company Overview
JPS Medical Recruitment is a healthcare recruitment agency specializing in connecting skilled professionals with hospitals and healthcare providers across Australia. They focus on placing candidates in roles that offer both career growth and meaningful community impact.

FAQs
Who can apply?
Qualified physiotherapists with AHPRA registration and relevant experience.

Where is the job located?
Port Augusta, South Australia, servicing surrounding regional areas.

Is travel required?
Yes, regular travel across regional communities is part of the role.

Is experience in regional healthcare necessary?
Not mandatory, but highly preferred.

Application Tips
• Highlight your physiotherapy qualification and AHPRA registration
• Showcase experience with diverse or complex caseloads
• Emphasize adaptability and willingness to work in regional settings
• Include any rural or outreach healthcare experience