Podiatrist Grade 2 or Experienced Grade 1 Lilydale

Access Health and Community; Lilydale; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Wellbeing programs

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging

Annual leave loading

Professional development

Job summary

Access Health and Community (AccessHC) seeks a Grade 2 / experienced Grade 1 Podiatrist to join a collaborative allied health team in Lilydale. You will deliver client-centred podiatry care, supported by senior podiatrists and a multidisciplinary service, with opportunities for professional growth and flexible hours.

You will work with diverse patients, contribute to high-quality care, and occasional travel to Belgrave.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Podiatry (or equivalent) required.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a podiatrist in community health, hospital high risk foot clinic, or private practice.
• Applied clinical knowledge and experience delivering client-centred, evidence-based podiatry care.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary service, including clinical supervision.
• Experience in chronic disease management (diabetes, vascular disease), wound care, orthotic prescription/adjustment.
• Podiatry practice across the lifespan including paediatrics.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality podiatry care within a multidisciplinary team.
• Support clients’ physical, emotional and social wellbeing.
• Work with diverse presentations and participate in clinic services.

Skills

Podiatry

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Independent practice

Chronic disease management

Paediatrics

Education

Bachelor of Podiatry

Master of Podiatry

Job description

Job Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Lilydale

Job Category: Clinical - Allied Health

AccessHC is a leading not-for-profit healthcare provider supporting Melbourne communities through General Practice, Community Health, Mental Health, Allied Health, Dental and Urgent Care services. With over 600 staff, 200 volunteers and 17 locations, we are united by a shared commitment to delivering compassionate, person-centred care. Guided by our values of Equity, Collaboration, Respect, Innovation and Quality, we offer a supportive workplace where you can grow your career, feel valued and make a meaningful impact every day

Job Description

About the role

Grow your career within a supportive, collaborative multidisciplinary allied health team

Are you a passionate Grade 2 / experienced Grade 1 Podiatrist looking to work in a multidisciplinary team ? Join Access Health and Community (AccessHC) in a rewarding role where your professional growth and wellbeing are supported by skilled clinicians within a strong collaborative team culture.

We’re looking for a dedicated clinician who thrives in a team environment and is committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care. You’ll be working with diverse clinical presentations and supporting clients' physical, emotional, and social wellbeing. Reporting to the Manager, Allied Health Yarra Ranges, the role is based in Lilydale with occasional travel to Belgrave across clinic and offers flexible hours.

Why choose us?

At Access Health and Community (AccessHC), you’ll join a values-driven team that believes in connection, compassion, and community. Enjoy a strong sense of belonging and purpose as you play a vital role in empowering clients and supporting their health and wellbeing through a responsive and high-quality care model. You’ll be supported by an experienced, multi-disciplinary allied health team, allowing you to focus on clinical excellence. At AccessHC, you’re more than a clinician- you are part of a community.

• Work life balance: We support flexible hours to achieve your ideal work life balance
• Professional Growth: Dedicated professional leave and mentoring, and opportunities to broaden your scope and expertise to support your advancement in your career . We offer dedicated professional development budget for our staff.
• Collaborative & Respectful Team Culture – Feel the difference in a workplace where relationships matter, and teamwork is at the heart of everything we do
• Skilled Clinician Support – Access to support from senior podiatrists, regular clinical supervision, and a multi-disciplinary team that shares knowledge and problem-solves together
• Flexible & Meaningful Work – Enjoy autonomy and variety with a caseload that includes centre based, with appointment length 30 minutes or more
• Wellbeing & Counselling programs: Access to wellbeing support for our employees

Benefits

The position encompasses an extensive range of benefits:

• A supportive and values-based culture alongside an engaged workforce
• Culture of trust and empowerment for people to grow and thrive
• Commitment to a work-life balance that includes flexible working conditions
• An authentic focus on staff wellbeing and health with programs like our Wellbeing Connector Program, Personal Resilience Plans and the Wellbeing Well
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and career growth
• Paid parental leave and opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Annual leave loading
• Generous salary packaging opportunities (up to $15,990 per annum + $2,650 meals/entertainment expenses)

Read more about our culture and benefits: https://accesshc.org.au/culture-and-benefits

Desired Skills And Experience

What you will bring

Key Selection Criteria

• Bachelor of Podiatry or Master of Podiatry (or equivalent)
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working as a podiatrist in a Community Health, Hospital High Risk Foot Clinic and/or private practice setting
• Applied clinical knowledge and experience in delivering client centered and evidenced based practice in podiatry
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as a podiatrist and collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary service, including clinical supervision and practice support
• Demonstrated experience and clinical knowledge and experience in: chronic disease management, especially diabetes and vascular disease, wound care, orthotic prescription and adjustment.
• Comprehensive understanding of podiatric requirements across the life span, including paediatrics

Compliance Requirements

• National Police Check, Working with Children Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Evidence of the right to work in Australia and a valid Driver’s Licence
• First Aid & CPR certification
• COVID Vaccination

Attributes we value

• Proven ability to relate to people from a diverse range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement and health promotion principles
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Effective time management and clinical care prioritisation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with an aptitude for learning and using relevant software
• Demonstrated behaviours consistent with Access Health and Community values

Please reach out for further information and/or the opportunity to discuss this role with Jasmin Wadia, Manger Allied Health Yarra Ranges E: [e-mail]

Applications close date: Sunday 25th October 2026

Access Health and Community (AccessHC) is a Child Safe Organisation that values inclusivity and diversity. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, those with lived experience of mental health and/or alcohol and other drugs (AOD) challenges, and those with diverse genders and sexualities.

At AccessHC, our vision for reconciliation is an Australia where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples experience equitable health and social outcomes. Our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) will contribute to achieving reconciliation. We will seek an understanding of and acknowledging histories and injustices, support the active expression of culture, build strong, trusting

relationships, and apply culturally appropriate practices within our work.

We will work in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to create a welcoming and safe place for everyone at our services. AccessHC acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people, who are the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work. We pay our respects to Wurundjeri Elders past, present, and future, and extend that respect to other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and we acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded.

As a vaccine positive organisation, we encourage COVID-19 vaccinations and we require successful applicants to undergo a Working With Children Check, a Police Check and potentially an International Check and a NDS Check may be required dependent on the position.

Employment suitability is assessed on a case-by-case basis, and a criminal history does not automatically exclude applicants from employment. All applications will be treated confidentially.