Physiotherapist – Residential Aged Care & Community - Adelaide North

About the Role

Plena Healthcare is seeking a qualified Physiotherapist to join our multidisciplinary team in a hybrid role spanning Residential Aged Care and Community services.

In this position, you will deliver evidence-based, person-centred physiotherapy care that helps older adults maintain their mobility, functional independence, and quality of life. You will be part of an innovative, team-oriented model of allied health service delivery supported by experienced peers across Occupational Therapy, Podiatry, Speech Pathology, and Dietetics.

- The role is part time (4 days a week)
- Open to full time
- Servicing RAC facilities and private homes within Adelaide's Northern Suburbs

Key Responsibilities

- Clinical Assessments: Conduct comprehensive assessments covering mobility and transfers, fall prevention, pressure care, skin integrity, equipment needs, and pain management.
- Residential Aged Care: Deliver individual therapy interventions, mobility and functional programs, care plan reviews, and group-based active ageing sessions.
- Community Services: Provide tailored care to clients living independently under Home Care Packages (HCP), Short Term Restorative Care (STRC), CHSP, and private funding.
- KPI Management: Work within reasonable, achievable billable targets designed to support quality patient outcomes without burnt‑out schedules.
- Collaboration: Partner with clients, families, residential facility staff, and multidisciplinary colleagues to achieve meaningful goals.

What We Offer

- Competitive Salary:



Annual salary reviews based on experience and performance.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling to support your lifestyle.
- $5,000 Annual PD Allowance: Access to a dedicated professional development fund, monthly profession‑specific training, webinars, and lunch‑and‑learn sessions.
- Structured Support: Paid induction, comprehensive onboarding, and ongoing clinical mentoring.
- Employee Benefits:
- Health Kick Allowance: Financial contribution toward your personal health and fitness goals.
- Treasure Chest Fund: Company‑provided budget to spend directly on initiatives or small items that brighten your clients' day.
- Referral Bonus: $1,000 bonus for referring qualified colleagues.
- Social club events and formal recognition programs.

Selection Criteria

- Recognized Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy (or equivalent)
- Current AHPRA registration
- Australian working rights
- Valid NDIS Worker Screening Check and National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)

About Plena Healthcare

Plena Healthcare is a leading national allied health provider with over 20 years of experience serving the Aged Care, Community, and Disability sectors. We are a values‑led organization focused on integrity, connection, and high‑quality clinical care.

We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, committed to supporting an inclusive & diverse workplace. We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of all ages, cultural identities, gender identities and expressions & LGBTIQA+ people.

📌 Physiotherapist - SA - Adelaide North
🏢 Plena Healthcare
📍 Adelaide