Podiatrist

Anglicare Southern Queensland; Queensland; On-site; AUD 56,164 - 74,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging

Employee Discounts

Health Insurance Discount

Career Opportunities

Free annual Flu vaccinations

Pastoral Care Support

Job summary

A community service provider in Queensland is seeking a qualified Podiatrist to deliver high-quality podiatry services. This permanent full-time role involves client assessments, therapy provision, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should have experience in clinical podiatry, strong communication skills, and a Bachelor's degree in Podiatry. The position offers competitive hourly pay and includes various perks such as salary packaging and employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in providing high-quality clinical podiatry services.
• Ability to develop client-centred podiatry programs within community services.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of client needs in various environments.
• Provide treatment and therapy to clients professionally.
• Develop care plans to meet individual client needs.
• Coordinate with team members for client-centred care.
• Organise podiatry supplies as needed.
• Educate clients and carers about preventative care.

Skills

Clinical podiatry services

Client centred programs

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Effective communication

Quality improvement processes

Education

Bachelor Degree in Applied Science (Podiatry)

Job description

Anglicare Southern Queensland provided pay range

This range is provided by Anglicare Southern Queensland. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

A$40.77/hr - A$53.94/hr

At Anglicare SQ, we believe everyone has a story. With a 150-year heritage, Anglicare Southern Queensland is a not-for-profit health and community service provider committed to supporting the diverse communities of Queensland.

About the role

The overall purpose of the Podiatrist is to provide high quality podiatry services, including assessment, treatment, therapy and education to the clients of the Service. The Podiatrist is responsible for liaising with other clinical and allied health team members to ensure preventative care and early intervention occurs with clients. This role is a permanent full-time opportunity within the Eight Mile Plains region.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of client needs, within the Service environment or within the client's own home.
• Provide treatment and therapy to clients, in a professional manner, with due care and attention to the safety and privacy of the client.
• Develop care plans to meet the needs of the client.
• Liaise with Service team members, medical practitioners, hospitals and other Community Service providers to ensure the provision of outcomes based, client centred care.
• Organise and order podiatry supplies and equipment as needed.
• Provide education and support, within the scope of the role, to clients and carers and other members of the Service Team, to ensure preventative care and early intervention occurs.

About you

• Demonstrated experience in the provision of clinical podiatry services.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement client centred podiatry programs with an educational, supportive and therapeutic focus within a community services, not for profit or similar organisation.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of continuous quality improvement processes and standards in a clinical setting.

Role Requirements

• Current National Police Certificate
• Current Drivers Licence and own reliable vehicle
• Bachelor Degree in Applied Science (Podiatry) or similar field
• Current registration with AHPRA
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification
• Join a respected Not For Profit and make a real impact in your role to assist Queenslanders in need.
• Salary Packaging - get up to $15,900 of your salary tax free to pay for items such as Rent, Mortgage, Credit Cards, Utilities, School Tuition and more.
• In addition to your tax-free benefit, you can also use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, venue hire, holiday accommodation etc.)
• Enjoy the potential tax savings of a Novated Car Lease.
• Employee Discounts at some of Australia's leading retailers.
• 6% Bupa Health Insurance Discount.
• Referral App - Earn real $$$ for sharing jobs to your network and potentially earn up to $300 per referred successful starter.
• Career Opportunities - join a company who aim to promote from within to fill new roles with our internal-only Job Board.
• Opportunities to purchase additional annual leave.
• Pastoral Care Support & Employee Assistance Programs.
• Free annual Flu vaccinations.

Application process

Please apply online and attach a copy of your current resume. Anglicare is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ communities, people with disabilities and people with a lived experience of mental ill health. We promote a child-safe environment and are committed to providing ongoing care and protection.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Community Services