Job description
Are you looking for a Podiatry position in a values-based community organisation in a team which offers support and supervision? We may have the role for you!
We are seeking an enthusiastic and client focused Grade 2 Podiatrist to join our supportive and well-established team, who are renowned for the high calibre of service provided to people within our local Yarra Ranges community.
Our values of being Friendly, Client Centred and Local are who we are and what we’re about.
Make a REAL difference and join us on a part time, full time or on a casual basis.
The position will cover both the Lilydale and Belgrave sites and the hours/days and duration are negotiable.
About the role:
The current podiatry caseload focusses on diabetes assessments, high risk foot management, and biomechanics. The service provides evidence based, high quality, safe, client centred care that meets best practice standards.
The role will offer opportunities to be part of our growth strategy, focussing on an expanded model of chronic care and balancing the more complex caseload with a less complex MBS funded service. While the majority of the caseload focusses on adults, there is also an opportunity to offer paediatric care. A clinical supervision structure is in place to help you grow and develop with informal and peer support also readily available.
Position Responsibilities:
In the role you will
- Provide a person-centred, outcome-focused podiatry service to people from a variety of backgrounds and funding sources
- Plan treatment programs with clients that aim to promote independence, participation and enhanced quality of life
- Actively contribute to a work culture based on curiosity and accountability.
About You:
You will have:
- Relevant podiatry qualifications
- Professional registration with AHPRA
- Clinical expertise in:
- chronic disease management, especially diabetes and vascular disease
- wound care
- orthotic prescription and manufacture.
- Sound knowledge in contemporary clinical practice with commitment to maintain and update knowledge
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to maintain up to date file records and data collection processes.
It would also be advantageous (but not essential) if you had:
- Recent experience as an MBS provider
- Australian Podiatric Association membership
Essential
To be the successful candidate you must:
- meet the position requirements,
- undertake a current Police Record Check,
- hold an Employee Working with Children Check, and
- an NDIS worker clearance check will also be required if you don’t have one currently
- meet the mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirements.
Inspiro may request additional background checks subject to current legislation.
How to Apply:
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If you have any questions, please get in touch via [email protected] using the subject line: Podiatrist – Grade 2 enquiry via EthicalJobs.
Please note we’ll shortlist as applications are received. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
We welcome Everyone. Inspiro is committed to an inclusive workforce and celebrates the value of difference and diversity. We encourage applications from people of all abilities and ages, First Nations people and people of all cultures. We also encourage people to apply who have a lived experience of mental health challenges so that our workforce can better connect with our community and drive collaborative and innovative healthcare improvements.