Physiotherapist - Mount Barker

Proactive Health is a national ecosystem of over 40 allied health businesses across 450+ locations in Australia. We unite independent clinic owners under a shared commitment to clinical excellence — providing the governance, development infrastructure, and operational support of a large network while preserving the personalised, community-driven care that smaller practices do best.

Our clinics operate as genuine multidisciplinary teams. Physiotherapists work alongside exercise physiologists, podiatrists, occupational therapists, dietitians, and social workers — not just sharing a building, but actively coordinating care and learning from each other every day.

We service clients across DVA, Medicare (EPC), NDIS, Home Care Packages, private health, and workers' compensation — giving our physiotherapists a broad and varied caseload that challenges and grows their clinical expertise.

About This Clinic — Mount Barker

Mount Barker is the major hub of the Adelaide Hills — a charming town roughly thirty minutes from the Adelaide CBD, surrounded by rolling hills, vineyards, and some of South Australia's best produce regions. It's one of the fastest-growing areas in the state, attracting families and professionals who want the lifestyle benefits of the Hills with easy access to the city.

The clinic services Mount Barker, Hahndorf, Nairne, Littlehampton, and the broader Adelaide Hills region. Your caseload will span musculoskeletal rehabilitation, sports injuries, post-operative recovery, DVA veterans, NDIS participants, and aged care clients. The Hills community is active and health-conscious, which means strong demand for physiotherapy services and clients who are genuinely engaged in their recovery.

Jo Carman leads this clinic and has built a team culture that's warm, professional, and deeply committed to clinical excellence. Jo is focused on ensuring clinicians have the support, variety, and professional development they need to thrive — not just survive. Mount Barker offers a lifestyle that's hard to replicate — weekend farmers' markets, bushwalking trails, cooler summers, and a genuine sense of community. For a physio who wants high-quality clinical work in a setting that enhances your life outside of work, this is one of the most attractive roles in the network.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Mount Barker is the major hub of the Adelaide Hills — a charming town roughly thirty minutes from the Adelaide CBD, surrounded by rolling hills, vineyards, and some of South Australia's best produce regions. It's one of the fastest-growing areas in the state, attracting families and professionals who want the lifestyle benefits of the Hills with easy access to the city.

The clinic services Mount Barker, Hahndorf, Nairne, Littlehampton, and the broader Adelaide Hills region. Your caseload will span musculoskeletal rehabilitation, sports injuries, post-operative recovery, DVA veterans, NDIS participants, and aged care clients. The Hills community is active and health-conscious, which means strong demand for physiotherapy services and clients who are genuinely engaged in their recovery.

Jo Carman leads this clinic and has built a team culture that's warm, professional, and deeply committed to clinical excellence. Jo is focused on ensuring clinicians have the support, variety, and professional development they need to thrive — not just survive. Mount Barker offers a lifestyle that's hard to replicate — weekend farmers' markets, bushwalking trails, cooler summers, and a genuine sense of community. For a physio who wants high-quality clinical work in a setting that enhances your life outside of work, this is one of the most attractive roles in the network.

What Your Week Actually Looks Like

Your day might start with an initial assessment of a middle-aged patient recovering from ACL reconstruction, followed by a manual therapy session for a chronic low back pain patient. Later, you could be supervising a group rehabilitation class for aged care clients or conducting a workplace injury follow-up appointment. You will collaborate regularly with exercise physiologists and other allied health professionals to optimise patient outcomes.

Regular tasks will include:

• Conducting thorough assessments including musculoskeletal screening, functional movement analysis, and risk assessments
• Developing and implementing personalised treatment plans using manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and electrotherapy modalities
• Managing diverse caseloads across multiple funding schemes including DVA, Medicare EPC, NDIS, Home Care, workers' compensation and private insurance
• Delivering individual and group rehabilitation sessions that focus on restoring function and mobility
• Coordinating care with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient recovery and experience
• Maintaining accurate and detailed clinical documentation adhering to professional and organisational standards
• Educating patients on injury prevention, self-management strategies, and healthy lifestyle choices

What You'll Get From Us — Beyond the Salary

• Dedicated mentorship — personalised support from experienced clinicians to enhance your professional growth.
• The Proactive Health Academy — ongoing professional development programs that keep your skills sharp and meet continuing education requirements.
• Graduate and Leadership Programs — structured career pathways to support your advancement.
• Clinical governance that supports your practice — access to supervision, peer review, and quality assurance frameworks.
• The Hot Tub rewards program — exclusive discounts with popular retailers and wellbeing resources.
• Opportunities for career progression — clear pathways from clinician to senior roles, leadership, and ownership.

• Current Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration as a Physiotherapist
• A recognised tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy
• Experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and rehabilitation
• Current professional indemnity and public liability insurance (or willingness to obtain)
• Valid Australian driver's licence and access to reliable transport to conduct home and community visits
• Current or willingness to obtain National Police Check and relevant state-based screening (e.g., NDIS Worker Screening, Working with Children Check if applicable)
• Strong clinical reasoning, assessment, and manual therapy skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and patients
• Ability to work independently in community and clinic settings while contributing to a cooperative team environment

Highly regarded but not essential:

• Experience with DVA patients and knowledge of DVA funding and compliance requirements
• Experience managing patients under various funding schemes including Medicare EPC, NDIS, Home Care, and workers' compensation
• Interest or experience in chronic pain management, post-surgical rehabilitation, or aged care
• Experience in group rehabilitation and exercise classes
• Previous experience in private practice or multidisciplinary clinics

• Competitive salary package —discussed at interview based on experience
• A genuinely diverse caseload — DVA, Medicare, NDIS, Home Care, private, and workers' compensation
• Sustainable workloads that prioritise quality over volume
• Mentorship from experienced clinicians within the Proactive Health network
• Access to the Proactive Health Academy for ongoing CPD and professional development
• Structured Graduate Program (early career) or Leadership Program (experienced EPs)
• Clear career pathways — senior clinician, team lead, clinic management, or clinic ownership
• Staff rewards program with major Australian retailers
• Wellbeing centre access
• A collaborative MDT that actually talks to each other
• The independence of private practice with the infrastructure and support of a national network

Call to Action

If you're an EP who wants clinical variety, genuine mentorship, and the freedom to develop your career on your own terms — this is worth a conversation. We're building something in Para Hills, and we want the right person, not just the fastest applicant.

Apply now, or contact Stuart Smith, Head of Talent at [email protected] or 0481 179 106 for a confidential chat.

Proactive Health is committed to fostering a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and people of all gender identities and sexual orientations.