Podiatrist

Hunter New England Local Health District; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

13% Superannuation

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

4 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District in Newcastle, NSW, is seeking a Podiatrist for the John Hunter Hospital service. The role focuses on high-risk foot care and community podiatry, with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team and a comprehensive orientation and education program.

You will work across John Hunter Hospital and community health centres, contributing to optimal patient outcomes and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Podiatrist with Authority to Practice with AHPRA is required.
• Experience in high-risk foot care and community podiatry is desirable.
• Strong teamwork in a multidisciplinary setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality podiatric care across clinical areas.
• Ensure provision of optimal health outcomes for clients of the Podiatry and High Risk Foot Service.
• Participate in ongoing education and team meetings.

Skills

Podiatry

Teamwork

High-risk foot care

Education

Authority to Practice with AHPRA

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until June 2027 Position Classification: Podiatrist Level 1/2 Remuneration: $79,419 - $113,301 Per Annum + Super + Salary Packaging Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ697306 Location: John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle Community Health Service Closing Date: Sunday 01 November 2026

Grow your podiatry expertise in high-risk foot care and community health while making a real difference alongside a friendly, supportive team at John Hunter Hospital.

About the Team

The Podiatry position is an integral part of the Greater Newcastle Sector Podiatry and High Risk Foot Service. Working predominantly at John Hunter Hospital in the high-risk foot clinic, you would also work one day a week within one of the Greater Newcastle Community Health Centres. Working across both sites you will be exposed to all aspects of podiatry with a special focus on both high-risk management and community podiatry. In this role, you will be collaborating with a welcoming, multidisciplinary team which includes podiatrists as well as AHAs, admin support and a wide range of specialists including Vascular and Endocrinology. The service operates 5 days per week Monday – Friday 8-4.30pm. This role is full time temporary podiatry role in a well supported small team.

About the Role

This podiatrist position plays an important role in a small, supportive team, providing high quality podiatric care across a range of clinical areas. The primary role of the position is to ensure the provision of optimal health outcomes for clients of the Podiatry and High Risk Foot Service, which incorporates a diverse and complex caseload. The team is committed to continuous learning, offering embedded professional development including monthly education sessions. Ongoing support provided by the senior podiatry team. You would also gain further support from the Podiatry service manager and wider podiatry team. You’ll be well supported through a comprehensive orientation and induction to the service. You'll have access to a range of professional development opportunities, including online education, local in-services and education sessions. You'll also benefit from being part of a supportive podiatry network, both within the Greater Newcastle team and across the District, providing valuable opportunities to connect, collaborate and learn from experienced clinicians throughout your podiatry journey.

About You

Our ideal candidate will be a reliable individual who has a passion for provided the best podiatry care for all patients.

You will:

• Build rapport with people of all backgrounds and enjoy working with a diverse team
• Be enthusiastic about learning and are willing to gain skills in varied clinical areas
• Be eager to work in a small, fun and hard-working team in a busy clinic environment

Essential Criteria

• Podiatrist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA

What we offer

• Develop clinical skills in high-risk footcare and community podiatry
• Work with highly skilled clinicians, learning from a friendly and supportive team
• Regular team meetings, social events and celebrations, a fun team to be joining!
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Superannuation contributions 13%
• Salary packaging - Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing.
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Why join Hunter New England Health?

Be part of one of the largest and most diverse Local Health Districts in NSW Influence digital solutions that directly support patient care and clinical outcomes Salary packaging options Work collaboratively with passionate clinicians and digital health professionals Enjoy career development opportunities within NSW Health Make a real difference across a large, complex health service Fitness Passport for you and your family

What you'll be doing

Provide a high quality clinical service to patients and their families/carers, to ensure the provision of optimal health outcomes for patients of the service.

For role related queries or questions contact Julie Zwarteveen on [e-mail]

Information for Applicants:

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This is a Category A position.

Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

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At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.

Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community.

We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply.

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An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies. Job share / part time arrangements will be considered.

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