Our Team
Our team of professionals come from regional and rual Australia and have trained in regional universities.
Therapists
Amanda Campbell
Managing Director and Physiotherapist
Physiotherapy (Hons)
James Cook University
Amanda holds a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Hons) from James Cook University. Since graduation Amanda has gained a wide range of experience in musculoskeletal, gerontological, neurological, paediatric and occupational physiotherapy across a variety of public, private and corporate settings. She has also held a full-time academic post with James Cook University and continues to hold a casual academic post with Central Queensland University where she delivers the specialist elder health and some of the neurological physiotherapy content.
Amanda has been actively involved in research into physiotherapy practices in the treatment of pneumonia in children as well as the effects of functional exercise incorporating balance and mobility training in community and facility dwelling older people. She has been successfully awarded government grants for her research and continues to work toward building the scientific evidence base for her profession. Amanda is continuously undertaking further study with her most recent being a Masters of Business Administration.
Outside of work, Amanda lives with her family on a property in the New England region of New South Wales where she spends her spare time enjoying the country air and animals. Amanda has recently commenced breeding Great Danes, Anglo Arabian horses and Welsh Ponies.
Jade Mussig
Physiotherapist / Clinical Team Leader
Physiotherapy (Hons)
Central Queensland University
Jade holds a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) which she studied in Bundaberg. She traveled to many rural and remote towns during her childhood which developed her appreciation for rural healthcare providers and a passion to work in the field herself. Jade currently enjoys providing Physiotherapy services at a local Nursing home and at Hippotherapy. Currently, her main interests are in providing a holistic approach to improve quality of life for the Geriatric and Paediatric population with Neurological conditions. In the future, she plans to complete further study into Women’s Health to contribute to provide support and potentially research to this field.
Cameron Perger
B. Physiotherapy (Hons)
Central Queensland University
A lifelong Gladstone local who enjoys foreign language, outdoor activities, martial arts and the gym.
I have developed particular Interest in number of areas of physiotherapy including chronic pain management, neurological rehabilitation and work-related injury, with emerging interest in developmental and Paediatric physiotherapy.
As a physiotherapist I aspire to provide exceptional care via a functional mindset in combination with a wholistic and community/family-based approach to physiotherapy.
I am extremely excited to have the opportunity to help the people of Gladstone and surrounding areas improve their quality of life.
Christina Carroll
Occupational Therapist
Central Queensland University
I am originally from Western Australia and have lived in the Wide Bay Region for over 15 years.
I chose Occupational Therapy as my specialisation because it offers a variety of opportunities to continuously grow my skills and knowledge base. I love providing a happy and cheerful quality of service to my clients and enjoy working with like-minded individuals.
In my spare time I enjoy reading, cooking – I am exceptionally good at baking triple choc brownies. I love travelling and have travelled to Bali, Fiji, Balikpapan, and have toured around the UK as well as spent time in New York and New Orleans. I am also interested in aerial arts.
Jessica Cameron
Occupational Therapist
Bachelor Occupational Therapy (Honours)
University of Newcastle
I grew up in the New England on a cattle farm, finished school and moved to England where my love of travel started. I love everything about travel, being outdoors, hiking, the food the culture, shopping and have a huge appreciation of the beauty of our world. The next places I hope to visit are Bolivia, South Africa and Central Australia. I love spending time at home on the farm and with my family who have taught me a smile, hug or glass of champagne can solve almost anything!
I became an Occupational Therapist by shear luck and am so happy to say I love what I do!
I have a passion for evidence-based therapy for our aging population and enjoying learning more about paediatrics.
Keirra Lamb
Physiotherapist
Bachelor of Physiotherapy
MAPA – Gerontology Group
Keirra grew up in the Northern Territory and relocated to Queensland in 2004, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at James Cook University in 2008. In the time since, Keirra has gained experience across multiple areas of the discipline, with primary skills in gerontology and occupational health acquired through work at RACFs, private and corporate settings. Keirra has also previously held an academic position at James Cook University developing and delivering lectures and tutorials, and supervising student placements in the fields of cardiorespiratory physiotherapy and rural health, which remains a key interest.
Keirra is currently based in Central West NSW where she delivers pain management, balance, mobility and rehabilitation programs to aged care clients in the community setting. She is also responsible for the development and implementation of workplace health and safety processes at Encompass Allied Health.
Brandon Dines
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
James Cook University
I am local to Gladstone having been born and raised here. I moved to Townsville after graduating high school to where I started studying Occupational Therapy at James Cook University. Upon completing my degree, I have worked in the area of Occupational Rehabilitation and pediatrics specialising in Autism Spectrum Disorder. I am currently completing my final year of Physiotherapy at Central Queensland University. I have a keen interest in neurological and musculoskeletal Physiotherapy along with specialised hand therapy.
Mark Taranto
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)
Central Queensland University
A Central Queensland University graduate with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honors), Mark has a keen interest in cardiorespiratory and neurological rehabilitation. Mark believes quality advice and structured exercise are the most important tools in a Physiotherapist’s toolbelt. Outside of work Mark is a self-confessed foodie and loves trying new food or cooking for his friends and family. In the future Mark hopes to return to university to complete his Masters in Health Economics
Allied Health Assistants
Billie Chapman
Allied Health Assistant
Certificate IV Allied Health – Physiotherapy
I have lived in Gladstone for approximately 8 years. I enjoy the outdoors, being adventurous and am involved in a local sports club as I enjoy living a healthy lifestyle.
I have experience working in the disability sector and patient care. As an Allied Health Assistant, I see that no two days are the same and I get to work with clients who are looking to better themselves.
I am known to be an active, bubbly person who is always smiling.
I have an attentive approach to each client’s needs. My clients always feel comfortable when under my instruction and I enjoy leaving my client’s smile after each session.
Katrina Stanaway
Allied Health Assistant
Certificate IV Allied Health
I have lived locally for 14 years, and have three young daughters.
Through raising our children, we sought the expertise of many Allied Health Professionals to assist one of my daughters with a variety of disorders and developmental delays. It was during this period as a stay at home mum that I took the opportunity to begin my studies in Cert 4 Allied Health.
During our many years of therapy, I saw the role as an Allied Health Assistant plays on the client, their families and alleviating a small portion of the workload for clinicians. Now I get the opportunity to pay it forward in an approach that embraces my experience as an AHA and a mother.
In my down time I enjoy going to the beach with my family and baking.
James Scott
4th Year Physiotherapist + Allied Health Assistant
CQU Bundaberg
I am originally from Gin Gin a small town 40 mins from Bundaberg and have lived in the Wide Bay region for greater than 20 years. On the weekends I like to go to the gym and enjoy spending time with friends. I began studying physiotherapy due to a background in fitness and massage, and really enjoy helping people to achieve their goals. My interests lie in neurological conditions and the mechanisms behind acute and chronic pain.
Robyn Nicolson
Allied Health Assistant (Hippotherapy)
I have lived in Gladstone for over 30 years. I originally came from the Gold Coast where I was a professional rider at the Bandalusia Park. I love horses and have numerous accolade’s in the show hacking arena.
I work as an Allied Health Assistant with the Hippotherapy program at EAH. I helped develop the Hippotherapy program and am responsible for the well being of the horses. I love to work with the kids and interact and create a special bond with each child. Its great to see their development. We have lots of fun.
On the weekends, I love to spend time with my family and grandkids.
Kellie-Jo Tighe
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)
Central Queensland University
I am a Gladstone local who has lived in the region most of my life. Following the completion of High School, I completed three years of a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (honours) at CQ University. I decided to take a break and work fulltime in retail until 2020 when I completed a year of a Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) in Brisbane at the University of Queensland.
Due to the ongoing stress of living in Brisbane during COVID-19 and my ongoing love for Occupational Therapy I have returned to the region to finish completing my Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) commencing in Semester 2 2021. Currently, I am focused on a holistic approach to client-centered care in the pediatric and geriatric population. In the future I would love to assist clients in areas such as; mental health, oncology and occupational justice.
Outside of work I enjoy going to the beach, traveling and cooking.
Emily Webster
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)
Central Queensland University
Hi ! My name is Emily and I am a local Bundy girl who has recently completed a degree in Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours). I chose this career path as I wish to provide therapy services to vulnerable populations across the lifespan and am passionate about giving back to the community that I received my education.
I am particularly interested in working with children and the elderly (more specifically dementia). I am also hoping to enhance my knowledge in the area of animal assisted therapy and am hoping to do some courses in this area in the near future.
In my spare time I enjoy doing arts and crafts, seeing friends and family, reading and going anywhere that has beautiful natural landscapes. I am also busy planning a wedding for myself at the moment which I am very excited about.
I cannot wait to meet all of the new clients that will be attending Encompass Allied Health services in Bundy!
Administration and Management
Rachel Parry
Office Manager
Kay Davison
Administration Officer
Kendall Kocks
Junior Administration
