The free childcare that is offered provided me with the opportunity to return to the workforce. Thrive is very generous with their incentives.
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About Thrive Medical
Since 2011, Thrive Medical has been at the forefront of healthcare in Broken Hill, delivering exceptional medical, allied health, imaging, and NDIS services. Our mission? To set a global benchmark in healthcare excellence. We’re more than just a healthcare provider—we’re a community enhancer, renowned for our advanced care and compassionate approach.
Why Work With Us?
Do you love the idea of being part of a close-knit community where everyone looks out for each other?
Reasons to join Thrive Med ...
Our Values
Thrive Medical is guided by our core values: Respect, Confidentiality, and Communication.
We are passionate about empowering our staff to grow both personally and professionally in a supportive environment.
Attributes We Admire
At Thrive Medical, we value team members who embody the following qualities:
We seek professionals dedicated to rural health and evidence-based care, who bring:
Meet the Leadership Team
We want your career at Thrive to be enriching and satisfying and our leadership team are here to make that happen.
Heather Pearce
CEO
HEATHER PEARCE
CEO / Occupational Therapist
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 Purcell
Operations Manager
MEL PURCELL
Operations Manager
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.
Sheridan Wicks
Allied Health Manager
SHERIDAN WICKS
Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Sheridan Wicks is a Charles Sturt University graduate with 12 years of experience. For the past 10 years, Sheridan has ran a private paediatric occupational therapy practice in Nowra, in the Shoalhaven region (NSW). Her private practice experience has enhanced not only her skills in working with children with a diverse range of difficulties impacting their participation in everyday occupations, but also skills and expertise in management, networking, leadership, entrepreneurship and problem solving.
As a new team member to Thrive Medical, Sheridan will contribute her personal perspectives on the benefits and challenges of living and working in regional NSW. Sheridan will be a strong advocate for regional practitioners.
Sheridan is looking forward to relocating to the Central West of NSW with her young family in July 2022 for a new adventure. When she is not working, Sheridan enjoys: being active outdoors with bush walking and mountain biking, drinking coffee (and wine) with friends and spending time with loved ones.
Gemma Hansen
Care Services Manager
GEMMA HANSON
Management and Administration
Care Services Manager
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.
Sam Gogler
Imaging Services Manager
SAMANTHA GOGLER
Manager, Imaging Services
Samantha completed her Bachelor of Medical Radiations at the University of South Australia in 1994. After graduating, she was employed at the Royal Adelaide Hospital, the Broken Hill Hospital and then Dr Jones and Partners in South Australia. During her time at Dr Jones and Partners Samantha commenced training in ultrasound and completed her Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound and Certificate of Proficiency in Mammography with Breastscreen SA. She was also provided with intensive training in musculoskeletal ultrasound with specialist radiologists, whilst providing these services to elite athletic teams such as the Adelaide Crows and the Adelaide 36ers. Samantha returned to Broken Hill in 2003 after being appointed as the Chief Radiographer at the Broken Hill Hospital, a position she held for 17 years, during which time she completed a Masters in Medical Ultrasound and spent extensive time teaching and training others. Samantha has a passion for medical imaging and shows drive and commitment to improve service delivery and patient outcomes. She will be adding to her skills in musculoskeletal imaging by launching our Magnetic Resonance Imaging Service and is currently enrolled in a Graduate Certificate in MRI at Monash University, Melbourne.
Samantha lives in Broken Hill with her partner and 3 children and was born and bred here. Her family have been involved in the local community for several generations which has culminated in her commitment to this region and a genuine desire to see our community have improved access to health care services.
Do you want to be part of a supportive community where your contributions are valued and appreciated?
Hear from our Team
I am really proud of the work that we do for patients, and I believe it is literally life-changing for some of them. I like having the gym and the pilates available and the way that a lot of our team participates in the fitness activities. I like how the team put a lot of effort into having social events – I really like the energy and culture.
I love working at Thrive and I love the work I do. The organisational culture is one of a kind. I value that we are innovative and that we think outside of the box in terms of supporting our people and servicing our community.
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