Description:
Physiotherapist – Community, Rural & Remote Outreach with St Louis Care
($45+ per hour + Take-Home Vehicle + Super + PD Allowance)
Are you an adaptable, enthusiastic Physiotherapist ready for a role that spans community, rural, and remote practice? St Louis Care – a proudly South Australian, family-owned organisation since 1946 – invites you to join our Home Care team and help launch our Day Trip Fly-In/Fly-Out Rural & Remote Outreach Service . If you have general (unrestricted) AHPRA registration , plus the confidence to fly in a 6-seater aircraft (with our 30+ year experienced pilot ) and travel by car to places like Victor Harbor , this could be your perfect next step!
About the Role
- Competitive Pay & Benefits: Starting at $45+ per hour , plus take-home vehicle , super , and professional development allowance .
- Community & Beyond: Provide tailored physiotherapy to Home Care Package clients in metropolitan and southern regions, and undertake day trips to deliver services to remote communities.
- Complex NDIS & Indigenous Outreach: Be prepared to support clients with complex needs, including Indigenous communities in rural and remote locations.
- Flexibility & Growth: Ideal for a Physiotherapist with 2–4 years of experience, keen to expand their skill set in Aged Care and NDIS.
- Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a senior therapist and a dedicated, family-oriented team committed to innovative service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments , develop tailored treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based interventions for community, rural, and remote clients.
- Demonstrate confidence flying (as a passenger) in small, 6-seater fixed-wing aircraft, and occasional travel by car to Victor Harbor and broader regions.
- Work effectively with a multidisciplinary team , ensuring holistic support for clients in both NDIS and Aged Care environments.
- Maintain accurate documentation in line with professional and legal standards, upholding best practice and ethical guidelines.
- Engage in ongoing professional development to keep your clinical skills sharp and expand your expertise in remote care.
What You’ll Need
- General (Unrestricted) AHPRA Registration as a Physiotherapist.
- 2–4 years of post-graduate clinical experience (NDIS/Aged Care background highly regarded).
- Confidence working with complex rural NDIS participants , including Indigenous clients, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and adaptability.
- Current Working with Children Check , NDIS Worker Screening , National Police Check , and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Valid Australian driver’s licence and readiness to undertake local (car-based) and remote (plane-based) travel.
Why Join St Louis Care?
- Family-Owned Legacy: A trusted organisation supporting South Australians since 1946.
- Competitive Package: Take-home vehicle, super, PD allowance, and a truly supportive workplace culture.
- Career Development: Regular mentorship from senior therapists, plus ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Unique Outreach Experience: Help launch and shape our remote outreach service, expanding vital physiotherapy access to under-served communities.
- Meaningful Impact: Empower clients to maintain independence and quality of life, wherever they call home.
How to Apply
Ready for a career that combines community-based care with rural and remote outreach? Apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds who share our values-driven approach.
Join St Louis Care and be instrumental in redefining accessible physiotherapy for all South Australians – from local suburbs to remote communities. We look forward to welcoming you on board!