About us:

The podiatrist role will involve representation and development of both outpatient and inpatient podiatry services with outreach to various sites across CQ Health including Rockhampton, Capricorn Coast, Gladstone, Mt Morgan, Biloela and Woorabinda. Prioritisation of renal dialysis and orthopaedic patients is in addition to this role to reduce the number of non-traumatic lower limb amputations and hospital burden associated with foot and lower limb disease to support and promote good foot health practices.

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About the role:

This position reports operationally and professionally to the Director Podiatry and Exercise Physiology to deliver podiatric services to clients with high-risk foot conditions in accordance with professional, ethical and evidence-based principles through close collaboration with orthopaedics, renal and nursing streams.

• Provide clinical education and practice supervision to students to ensure that podiatry professional clinical standards are maintained.
• Work collaboratively to participate in competency training to less experienced assistants and podiatrists.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of health education and health promotion programs on foot health.
• Foster effective working relationships with staff members to promote service quality, responsiveness, and compliance with established procedures and policies.

About you:

The successful applicant must hold at least a tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in Podiatry. Podiatrists must be registered as a Podiatrist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $132,567 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $43.68 - $58.59 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport
• Discounted onsite parking, health insurance and gym membership
• Supported leadership and professional development programs

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance:

1. Contact [email protected]
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5C624365

Applications close: Wednesday, 19 March 2025

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