Podiatrist

Barwon Health; Geelong; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks leave

Salary packaging

Mentoring program

Professional development

Job summary

Barwon Health in Geelong is seeking a Podiatrist Grade 2 to deliver community-based multidisciplinary podiatry services. You will contribute to client-centred care within a supportive, evidence-based framework and manage a diverse clinical caseload.

The role emphasizes professional development, collaboration with health teams, and alignment with Barwon Health policies. A permanent position with full- or part-time options is available, offering opportunities for growth and mentoring.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Podiatry Registration Board of Australia.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a community setting, with the ability to practice independently and manage clinical responsibilities.
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills, including building strong working relationships with health professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based, multidisciplinary consumer care, including assessment, care planning, treatment, review, and measuring outcomes.
• Independently manage a day-to-day clinical caseload, ensuring all work is completed accurately, on time, and in line with Barwon Health policies and consumer care standards.
• Demonstrate leadership and professional collaboration, contributing to committees, service development, clinical policies, and working effectively with stakeholders.
• Support ongoing learning and development, including supervision of junior staff/students, participation in quality improvement, research activities, and maintaining professional registration and CPD requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent practice

Job description

HAVE IT ALLJOIN OUR ALLIED HEALTH TEAM NOW!

• Join our innovative team to provide world class healthcare to our community
• Endorsed Scheduled Medicines Mentoring program available
• Ongoing training and professional development in a supported work environmrnt
• Fantastic permanent full-time and permanent part-time opportunities available role | ADOs | five weeks leave & salary packaging

About the role

In this role you will contribute to and be part of the community - based, multidisciplinary area health team to support clients and carers to achieve an optimum level of health independence through:

• Comprehensive, co-ordinated and integrated multidisciplinary services,
• Provision of client - centred care to community members from a broad range of backgrounds.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of high quality, cost effective community-based Podiatry service.
• Contribute to meeting the program and area health team key performance indicators (KPIs).

All activities of the position will reflect current best practice standards for Podiatry. The position will operate according to relevant legislation, Barwon Health policies, programs and department guidelines.

Keyresponsibilities

• Provide evidence-based, multidisciplinary consumer care, including assessment, care planning, treatment, review, and measuring outcomes.
• Independently manage a day-to-day clinical caseload, ensuring all work is completed accurately, on time, and in line with Barwon Health policies and consumer care standards.
• Demonstrate leadership and professional collaboration, contributing to committees, service development, clinical policies, and working effectively with stakeholders.
• Support ongoing learning and development, including supervision of junior staff/students, participation in quality improvement, research activities, and maintaining professional registration and CPD requirements.

Whatwe'relooking for

• Current registration with the Podiatry Registration Board of Australia.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a community setting, with the ability to practice independently and manage clinical responsibilities.
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills, including building strong working relationships and collaborating with other health professionals.
• Ability to work independently while consulting and collaborating with others, delivering culturally safe and inclusive care aligned with Barwon Health values.

Position Description - Podiatrist Grade 2

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

Excellent working conditions anda strong senseof job satisfaction

A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Attractive salary packaging benefits

Living expenses capped at $9,010

Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

Diversity andinclusion

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples,people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Additionalinformation

If you need adjustments toparticipatein the recruitment process, please contact us at************@barwonhealth.org.au

All appointments are subject to:

Satisfactory Police Record Check

Immunisation Status Clearance

Working with Children Check (if applicable)