Exercise Physiologist – Movement Matters Therapy

• $7,000 relocation assistance through NT PHN – subject to funding

  $5,000 retention bonus at 2 years, plus ongoing annual bonuses

• Competitive salary above award, based on experience

Trade burnout for balance, traffic for open skies, and red tape for red dirt.

Movement Matters Therapy is growing, and we are looking for an Accredited Exercise Physiologist to join our allied health team in Alice Springs / Mparntwe, Central Australia.

Before you scroll past because of the location — keep reading!

Alice Springs offers genuine community, incredible outdoor adventures and the opportunity to do work where your impact is visible and valued.

About Movement Matters Therapy:

Movement Matters Therapy provides Exercise Physiology, Paediatric Physiotherapy, Allied Health Assistance and Hydrotherapy services across Central Australia.

Our approach is trauma-informed, culturally aware and person-centred, with a strong focus on improving access to allied health in regional and remote communities.

As the only Exercise Physiology clinic in Central Australia, this is an opportunity to help shape what Exercise Physiology looks like in the region. Your impact will be real, immediate and meaningful.

The Role:

You’ll deliver individualised, functional and goal-focused services across a diverse caseload, including:

• Chronic health conditions
• Neurological conditions and disability
• Pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation
• Healthy ageing and falls prevention
• Injury and persistent pain
• Mental health programs
• Hydrotherapy
• Reformer Pilates
• Occasional remote community outreach
• You’ll work across our clinic, community settings and hydrotherapy facilities.
• Full-time and part-time options are available, with flexible arrangements considered for the right candidate.
• Your Growth, Supported

You’ll receive:

• Weekly 1:1 mentoring with Senior Exercise Physiologists

  Fortnightly internal and external CPD

  Regular clinical supervision within a multidisciplinary team

  A personalised professional development plan

  Opportunities to develop specialist interests and shape your caseload

  The chance to contribute to the growth of Exercise Physiology across Central Australia

You won’t be professionally isolated here.

About You:

You are an Accredited Exercise Physiologist with ESSA accreditation (or eligibility) who values trauma-informed, culturally safe and person-centred practice.

You are adaptable, curious and motivated, and ready to make a genuine difference.

Essential:

• ESSA accreditation or eligibility

  First Aid and CPR

  Ochre Card and National Police Check

  Open driver’s licence

  Strong communication and documentation skills

• Desirable:

• NDIS or WorkCover experience

  Chronic disease experience

  Rural or remote health experience — not essential, we’ll support you!

Why Alice Springs?

Relocating to Alice Springs means swapping the daily commute for open skies, red dirt and incredible outdoor adventures.

You’ll be part of a genuine community while working in a region where allied health access truly matters.

with your resume and a detailed cover letter outlining your experience.

For more information, contact Rell on 08 8982 1047.

for this Exercise Physiologist – Movement Matters Therapy job

At a glance

• Job reference: AD-1889
• Location: Central Australia
• Job category: Allied health
• Pay rate: Competitive salary package!!
• Published: 4 September, 2026

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