Jann graduated with a Diploma in Physiotherapy from University of Sydney in 1976, converting it to a Degree in Applied Science in 2000. Her career began as a physiotherapist at Royal North Shore Hospital in 1977 before travelling and working overseas.

On her return, Jann gained experience in paediatrics and disability and also taught final year students. She has spent time working in New Zealand widening her interest in adult physiotherapy and prior to starting at the Roseville Physiotherapy Centre Jann had her own practice and worked at the Mater Private Hospital in orthopaedics.

Since joining the Roseville Physiotherapy Centre in 1997 to provide a home visit service for those people who are unable to come in to the rooms, Jann has also been involved in a weekly clinic with a foot and ankle surgeon at the Sydney Adventist Hospital since 2004.

Jann is married with 2 children and keeps her sanity playing tennis and golf.