Lead Podiatrist & Foot Care Expert - Mossel Bay

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Profit sharing potential

Professional development opportunities

State-of-the-art equipment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Certified Podiatrist to lead foot care services in Mossel Bay, providing diagnosis, treatment and prevention of foot and lower limb conditions with autonomous caseload management.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of post-graduate experience, strong biomechanics knowledge and a patient‑centred approach, collaborating with GPs and surgeons to improve community mobility.

Qualifications

• Degree in Podiatry from an accredited institution.
• Current registration and license to practice as a Podiatrist in South Africa.
• Minimum of 5 years post-graduate clinical experience in Podiatry.
• Proven experience diagnosing and treating a broad spectrum of podiatric conditions.
• Strong understanding of foot anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and pathology.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat a wide variety of foot and ankle conditions.
• Perform routine foot care, nail care, callus and corn removal, and verrucae treatment.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans, including therapeutic exercises and footwear recommendations.
• Prescribe and fit orthotics and other supportive devices.
• Manage complex cases, particularly those related to diabetes, arthritis, and vascular disease.
• Conduct biomechanical assessments and gait analysis.
• Provide patient education on foot health, injury prevention, and management of chronic conditions.
• Maintain detailed and accurate patient records in compliance with professional standards.
• Liaise with other healthcare professionals, such as GPs, physiotherapists, and surgeons, for optimal patient management.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements, research, and technologies in podiatry.

Education

Podiatry degree

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Certified Podiatrist to lead foot care services in Mossel Bay, providing diagnosis, treatment and prevention of foot and lower limb conditions with autonomous caseload management.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of post-graduate experience, strong biomechanics knowledge and a patient‑centred approach, collaborating with GPs and surgeons to improve community mobility.