Podiatrist - Healthcarelink Support

Healthcarelink Support; Armidale; Presencial; AUD 160 000 - 180 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development

Established relationships with aged‑ca

Clinical support

Resumo da oferta

Healthcarelink Support is seeking a Podiatrist for permanent positions in Armidale to deliver comprehensive foot care across residential aged care facilities. You will promote foot health, mobility, and independence, collaborating with carers, nursing staff, and other health professionals to provide holistic, person-centred care.

The role requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Podiatry, current AHPRA registration, and strong clinical skills.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Podiatry.
• Current AHPRA registration as a Podiatrist.
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own schedule.
• Driver's licence and reliable vehicle preferred.
• National Police Check (or willingness to obtain).

Responsabilidades

• Conduct routine foot assessments for aged care residents.
• Diagnose, treat and manage foot and lower limb conditions.
• Provide ongoing podiatric care including corns, calluses, fungal infections, ingrown nails and foot pain.
• Develop preventative care strategies to reduce falls and foot complications.
• Educate residents and care staff on foot health practices.
• Deliver foot exercises and mobility support recommendations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
• Support wound care management and advise on assistive devices.

Conhecimentos

Clinical assessment

Communication

Independent work

Schedule management

Formação académica

Bachelor's or Master's in Podiatry

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job titile: Aged Care Podiatrist

Job type: Permanent FT or PT

Work setting: Residential aged care facilities

Salary offer: $160k - $180k annually + super

Location: Armidale

About the company:

Our client is a leading provider of results-focused residential aged care therapy services, dedicated to delivering exceptional, resident-centred care across aged care facilities. As a family-owned organisation, they pride themselves on building strong partnerships with aged care providers while maintaining a commitment to quality care, clinical excellence, and positive resident outcomes.

Through a collaborative approach with facility staff and management, the organisation delivers high-quality allied health services that enhance residents' wellbeing, mobility, independence, and overall quality of life. Their multidisciplinary services include physiotherapy, podiatry, training and education programs, all designed to support residents in living healthier and more comfortable lives.

About the role:

An exciting opportunity is available for a Podiatrist to join a growing aged care team and provide comprehensive foot care services to elderly residents across residential aged care facilities.

In this role, you will play a vital part in promoting foot health, mobility, comfort, and independence among residents. You will work closely with residents, carers, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to deliver holistic, person-centred care.

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct routine foot assessments for aged care residents
• Diagnose, treat, and manage a wide range of foot and lower limb conditions
• Provide ongoing podiatric care, including treatment of:
  • Corns and calluses
  • Fungal infections
  • Ingrown toenails
  • Foot pain and mobility-related concerns
• Develop and implement preventative care strategies to reduce the risk of falls and foot-related complications
• Recommend appropriate footwear and orthotic solutions
• Educate residents and care staff on foot care and foot health practices
• Deliver foot exercises and mobility support recommendations
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualised care plans
• Support wound care management and provide advice on assistive devices where appropriate

Benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of elderly residents
• Ongoing professional development and clinical support
• Established relationships with aged care facilities
• Rewarding role focused on holistic, resident-centred care
• Growing organisation with strong values and a commitment to quality outcomes

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Podiatry
• Current AHPRA registration as a Podiatrist
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage your own schedule
• Passion for working with older adults and improving their quality of life
• Current driver's licence and reliable vehicle (preferred)
• National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)