We’re looking for dedicated professionals who are committed to making a difference in rural communities.

Heather studied Occupational Therapy at the University of South Australia prior to graduating in 2002. Heather was born and raised in a farming community in Eyre Peninsula and developed a love for rural communities and their people.

Heather has worked in various areas of Occupational Therapy in the UK and in Australia but particularly enjoys the diversity, challenge and authenticity of rural and remote health.

Heather opened Interhealth in 2013 after seeing a growing need in Broken Hill for locally based medical, allied health and disability services.  Heather’s main vision is to create the framework and resources to ensure the people of Broken Hill have the same access to services their city counterparts can.

In 2019 Heather expanded into Thrive Medical with the goal of providing a holistic, client centred, quality practice where people will always come first.  Heather is driven to continue to improve her leadership skills to best support her team.   Heather’s approach to leadership is about nurturing independence and focuses on individual growth as well as growth as an organisation to best support her community.

Mel has 10 years + of experience in managing medical and allied health practices both in Broken Hill and in Adelaide.  Mel has comprehensive knowledge of patient care, staff management and the operational side of the business.   

Mel brings a high level of commitment to professionalism, integration of services and going the ‘extra mile’ to ensure patients are able to access the services they require.  

Mel has a very good understanding of the NDIS and Medicare and has been instrumental in our accreditation in both of these sectors.  Mel was born in Broken Hill and returned a number of years ago after following her husband in his military career.  Mel has exceptional networking skills for services available within our local community.

Gemma studied her Bachelor of Nursing at Monash University in Melbourne and graduated in 2014. Throughout her nursing career she has worked in various specialised areas including spinal rehabilitation, orthopaedics, aged-care, and perioperative nursing.

Gemma thoroughly enjoyed working within the perioperative environment and went onto complete post graduate studies in Anaesthetics and Recovery Nursing at the University of Tasmania on a scholarship.

Looking for a change from city life, Gemma decided to complete a three-month agency contract in Broken Hill and five years later is still living here and thoroughly enjoys the slower pace of life and community connections. Gemma recently completed her Bachelor of Laws at Southern Cross University and graduated in 2023. Gemma has a strong passion for helping others and believes the role of NDIS Care Services Manager allows her to continue assisting others in a different capacity. Gemma finds her law degree helpful in this role to navigate the complex legal framework surrounding the NDIS, which ultimately contributes to better outcomes for participants and more robust support systems.

Outside work, Gemma enjoys spending time with her family, reformer Pilates, reading a good book and snowboarding.