Podiatrist - Wallaroo

SA Health; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 74,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $13,000 relocation assistance

24 months accommodation included

Professional supervision and clinical/

development support

Annual PD funding (min $2000)

Orientation and buddy system

Salary sacrifice options

Job summary

SA Health invites applications for a Podiatrist in the Yorke and Northern Local Health Network. This is a two-year Podiatry New Graduate Program offering structured clinical development, peer support, and broad experience across rural and metropolitan settings.

You will join a dynamic Allied Health team providing podiatry services across diverse clinical settings, with opportunities in paediatrics, high risk foot care, telehealth and inpatient/outpatient services.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognised qualification within the Podiatry profession and be eligible for full practising membership of the relevant Professional Association.
• For those disciplines requiring Registration, all requirements to maintain current registration must be fulfilled.
• Desirable to participate in the professional associations' accredited continuous professional development program.

Responsibilities

• See sites across the YNLHN area, including regional outreach clinics.
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team to support complex clinical needs.
• Develop skills across podiatry including high risk foot care, paediatrics, biomechanics and residential care.
• Participate in service provision and improvement projects.
• Contribute to student placements and projects, and work experience opportunities.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Podiatry qualification

Professional association membership

Education

Bachelor of Podiatry

Job description

• Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, Allied Health, Wallaroo
• Salary: AHP1 - $73,710 to $89,981 p.a. | AHP2 - $94,997 to $110,052 p.a.* + Super + Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Employment: Temporary Full Time Contract (2 year new graduate program available)
• Multiple Positions: Flexible Options Available
• Eligibility: Open to Everyone

*Regional incentives may apply, subject to the terms in the Enterprise Agreement.

Join our dynamic team and expand your Podiatry skills across diverse clinical settings with full support!

Join our vibrant and enthusiastic Allied Health Team and broaden your experience as you provide podiatry services in wide range of clinical settings.

As a Podiatrist at Yorke and Northern Local Health Network (YNLHN), you will get the opportunity to work with a clinically diverse caseload from paediatrics through to inpatient, outpatient, NDIS, high risk, biomechanics, telehealth and residential care, broadening your experience as you provide podiatry services in wide range of clinical settings.

We value peer support and clinical supervision and ensure this is embedded in practice for all our staff. YNLHN Podiatrists are given the opportunity to develop independent working skills as well as being connected to a team with wide ranging interests and experience.

You will get opportunities to:

• See the sites across the YNLHN area, through providing regional outreach clinics
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team to find solutions to complex clinical needs, supporting positive consumer outcomes.
• Develop skills across all aspects of podiatry including high risk foot care, paediatrics, biomechanics, residential care, outpatient clinics and inpatients.
• Participate in ongoing service provision and improvement projects
• Contribute to the profession through student placements and projects, and work experience opportunities.
• Opportunities to engage in ongoing professional development

Essential Criteria

• Must hold a recognised qualification within the Podiatry profession and be eligible for full practising membership of the relevant Professional Association.
• For those disciplines requiring Registration, all requirements to maintain current registration must be fulfilled.
• For self regulated professions it is desirable to participate in the professional associations' accredited continuous professional development program.

Please note that these positions are multi-classed as either an AHP1 or AHP2, and the classification will be determined by qualifications and experience.

Why choose our 2-Year Podiatry New Graduate Program?

Start your podiatry career with structured clinical development, dedicated support and broad experience across rural practice. Over two years, you’ll build your confidence and skills through supported clinical rotations, specialist podiatry opportunities and exposure to metropolitan services.

• Supported transition to rural practice with dedicated clinical guidance and new graduate support.
• Build broad clinical experience across high risk, biomechanics, paediatrics, offloading, nail surgery, Indigenous health and telehealth.
• Grow your leadership and professional skills as you progress into your second year.
• Access practical support, including subsidised accommodation, relocation assistance and conference support.
• Develop beyond clinical practice through quality improvement and professional development opportunities.

See the attached flyer for full details of the program and incentives.

Incentives and Support

The successful candidate will have the benefit of the following (subject to availability and eligibility):

• Up to $13,000 reimbursement for relocation costs (e.g. for travel, removalists) For information about the eligibility for the Relocation Support working for SA Health can be found .
• 24 months accommodation included.
• Professional supervision within your discipline to support professional and clinical development
• Support in developing your career journey - whether you are an early career clinician or experienced leader, we will help
• Minimum of $2000 per year for professional development and training (can include registrations, travel and accommodation where required)
• A thorough orientation and buddy system to support relocation and transition
• Ability to salary sacrifice, watch a short video about what salary packaging is .

About the Region

Blessed by nature and embraced by sea, the Yorke Peninsula offers stunning beaches and friendly coastal towns, while inland are historic mining villages and spectacular national parks. You will find magnificent beaches and jagged shorelines, friendly locals and rich farmland.

The largest health service for this region is based in Wallaroo, with outreach provided to the Copper Coast and Southern Yorke Peninsula including Moonta, Kadina, Maitland, Point Pearce, Minlaton and Yorketown (max 1.5hr drive from Wallaroo).

Yorke and Northern Local Health Network (YNLHN) is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQA+SB communities, and people living with disability and/or neurodivergence. We support workplace adjustments and welcome you to share any access or support needs during recruitment and employment. Flexible working arrangements, including part-time options, may be available and can be discussed for this role.

A career in YNLHN offers diverse opportunities, strong career development, and the chance to live and work across a unique landscape including farming regions, coastline, vineyards, and the Southern Flinders Ranges. View the video below to learn more about working with us

Application Information

SA Health Services are required to implement the in the workplace. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements:

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
• Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A

Enquiries

Melanie Prior
Healthy Living Team Leader
Phone: [phone]
E-mail:

Application Closing Date

27 August 2027 - 11.55PM

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - for further information. Job ref: 945693