• 2 month ++ locum or permanent option
• Rural Generalist caseload
• Pilbara region of WA

Senior Podiatrist required for a locum, fixed term contract or permanent role with this service in Northern Western Australia. You will join a multidisciplinary team to provide services in an inpatient setting. The start date is ASAP.

There are several options:

• 2 month ++ locum – hourly rate from $70-$75 per hour + super
• 6-12 month fixed term contract or permanent role– annual salary of $117,882-$125,255 + super + regional allowances

The focus of the caseload is to:

• Provide high quality and timely care to a range of patients presenting with a Podiatric need, in line with established primary health care principles.
• Provide a fully comprehensive podiatry service for patients across the Region, to improve quality of life.
• As a senior member of staff, contribute to the strategic direction of the Health Service and provide details to inform budget development/submissions, when required.
• As a senior member of staff, contribute to the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of the Podiatry service including around High-risk foot care.
• Provide a specialised, advanced level of clinical care for Podiatry.
• As the Podiatry Clinical Consultant, provide an advisory service, education/training and mentoring as required.
• A driving license is required
• 76 hours per fortnight
• Remote/Aboriginal health experience desirable
• Subsidised accommodation available
• Travel reimbursed TBC based on contract

To be considered, you will have a:

• Essential Tertiary qualification in Podiatry and eligible for registration by the Podiatry Board of Australia.
• Demonstrated experience and advanced level of skills and knowledge within podiatry clinical practice including treatment of high-risk foot care, a wide range of podiatry conditions in adults and children.
• Demonstrated clinical leadership and governance within podiatry clinical practice including organisational, supervisory, caseload management and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of primary health care principles.
• Demonstrated high level interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills (including information technology, conflict resolution and negotiation) skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of working in a cross-cultural setting considering the social determinants, particularly as they relate to Aboriginal Health.

This area sits at the heart of a region that's as rich in Indigenous culture and history as it is in natural wonders, including the spectacle of the Staircase to the Moon. As a bustling Indian Ocean port, the town is home to enormous ships and huge trains. It's also a great base for ocean-based activities, including fishing, crabbing and whale watching (in season). Visit during turtle nesting season. It’s a great location to use as a base to explore Northern WA.

To apply for this role or to enquire about our other vacancies, please contact Rachael – Allied Health Division Lead at CC Medical on 0452 189 556 or email [email protected]

My contactable days are Monday – Friday. If you need to contact me over the weekend, please send an email.

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