Podiatrist Grade 1

West-Wimmera-Health-Service; Nhill; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

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Job summary

West-Wimmera-Health-Service seeks a Podiatrist Grade 1 for a full-time role based in Nhill. You will provide podiatry services to acute hospital inpatients, community clients, and aged care residents across WWHS services.

Qualifications include a tertiary degree in Podiatry and eligibility for registration with the Podiatry Board/AHPRA. Demonstrated independence, good communication, and a willingness to work in a rural setting are essential.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Podiatry, eligible for registration with Podiatry Board/AHPRA.
• Ability to work independently and manage clinical load and time effectively.
• Effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work in a rural setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide Podiatry services to acute hospital inpatients, community clients and aged care residents.
• Actively contribute as a team member to the Podiatry Department's operation, including attendance at regular team meetings.
• Work collaboratively within WWHS and Community Health Team context.
• Establish and maintain relationships with external agencies and partners for service delivery.

Skills

Independent work

Communication

Rural healthcare experience

Education

Tertiary qualification in Podiatry

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

iCare

OPAL

Uniti

My Aged Care portal

Job description

We are seeking a Podiatrist Grade 1 to work in a full time (80 hours/fortnight) capacity based at Nhill.

RENUMERATION:

• Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Health Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026.
• Estimated salary per hour: CM2 - Grade 1 Year 1 - $33.9375, CM3 - Grade 1 Year 2 - $35.6600 and CM4 - Grade 1 Year 3 - $37.8425

22nd October, 2026

We are seeking a Podiatrist Grade 1 to work in a full time (80 hours/fortnight) capacity based at Nhill.

RENUMERATION:

• Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Health Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026.
• Estimated salary per hour: CM2 - Grade 1 Year 1 - $33.9375, CM3 - Grade 1 Year 2 - $35.6600 and CM4 - Grade 1 Year 3 - $37.8425

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• To provide Podiatry services to acute hospital inpatients, community clients and aged care residents.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential:

• Tertiary qualification in Podiatry eligible for registration with Podiatry Board/AHPRA.
• Appropriate skills/experience as a base grade practicing clinician.
• Ability to work independently and to manage clinical load and time effectively.
• Possess effective communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work in a rural setting.

Desirable:

• Understand living and working in rural community.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Competence in using computer programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and other databases such as iCare, OPAL and Uniti. Experience utilising the My Aged Care portal is also desirable.

PRE-REQUISITES:

• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.
• Working with Children Check.
• Fully vaccinated (including influenza) as per current Department of Health Directives.
• Australian Driver’s Licence.

KEY RESPONSBILITIES:

• Effectively manage a Podiatry caseload across acute, aged care and community settings.
• Actively contribute as a team member to the effective operation of the Podiatry Department, including attendance at regular team meetings.
• Work effectively and collaboratively within the broader WWHS and Community Health Team context.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with external agencies and strategic partners in relation to effective delivery of Podiatry services and community development across the Wimmera.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 20 NOVEMBER 2026