Podiatrist

Royal Flying Doctor Service; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Salary packaging options up to $15,899

Meal & Entertainment card

Learning management system

Employee assistance program

Employee value awards

Comprehensive Orientation program for新

Job summary

The Royal Flying Doctor Service SA/NT is seeking an experienced AHPRA registered Podiatrist based in Port Augusta to join a multidisciplinary team delivering podiatry services to rural communities.

You will assess, diagnose and treat foot conditions with a focus on chronic disease prevention, and contribute to case management, referral pathways and patient education. Relocation assistance and salary packaging are available.

Qualifications

• As an AHPRA registered Podiatrist, with extensive clinical experience as a Level 2 Podiatrist, you have demonstrated proficient skills and knowledge in the provision of current Podiatry practice.
• You are committed to evidence-based service delivery with assessment, case management, intervention and referral.
• Strong communication and clinical documentation skills and ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver podiatry services as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Evidence-based practice

Communication skills

Clinical documentation

Team collaboration

Education

AHPRA registered Podiatrist

Level 2 Podiatrist

Job description

About the RFDS SA/NT

We are trusted leaders in providing aeromedical and primary health care services to people in remote, rural and regional locations across the Northern Territory and South Australia. Our five-year Strategic Plan is focused on growing as an innovative, responsive and better-connected health service provider for all Australians.

Watch stories about our people, patients and the communities we serve at finestcare.com.au.

About this Opportunity

Based out of Port Augusta, the Podiatrist works as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering culturally safe podiatry services to outback South Australia. The service includes support in preventing, diagnosing, and treating medical and surgical conditions of the feet, including bone and joint disorders, muscular pathologies, and neurological and circulatory diseases.

The Podiatrist will contribute to the delivery of a comprehensive and integrated range of health services, appropriate to the needs of the local community and utilise a combination of preventative, early intervention, treatment / therapy, and evaluation approaches, with a specific focus on treating patients with or at risk of chronic disease.

About You

As an AHPRA registered Podiatrist, with extensive clinical experience as a Level 2 Podiatrist, you have demonstrated proficient skills and knowledge in the provision of current Podiatry practice.

You are strongly committed to providing an evidence-based service to consumers, carers and families requiring assessment, case management, intervention, and appropriate referral.

You have a sound knowledge of social determinants of rural and remote health. Excellent communication skills, high level clinical documentation skills, and a desire to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team are essential.

Why join us?

As part of our team, you can expect to be provided with challenging, interesting work and be supported to achieve your best. The RFDS offers attractive remuneration including salary packaging benefits, and relocation assistance (conditions apply). We offer a supportive environment where our people are valued, and professional development is encouraged.

• Attractive relocation assistance, including settling in accommodation
• Generous annual salary packaging options to reduce your taxable income including:
• packaging up to $15,899 of your salary towards loans, rent and bills.
• packaging of an additional $2,650 of your salary via a Meal & Entertainment card.
• Reward and recognition program
• Learning management system
• Employee assistance program
• Employee value awards
• Comprehensive Orientation program for new starters

The RFDS has mandatory vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.

The Royal Flying Doctor Service is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a positive culture and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to apply.