Senior Podiatrist - Incentives Offered
Senior Podiatrist - Incentives Offered
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Ready to make a meaningful impact in a community-focused role Apply now and help shape the future of aged care podiatry in the New England region
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At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) enjoy a career where youre challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- Be rewarded with up to $10000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- ADOs each month (for full time employees)
- Salary packaging options
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified and motivated Podiatrist to join our New England Community Aged Care Services (NECACS) team. In this role you will provide high-quality person-centred clinical services to clients across a variety of community settings. This includes our High-Risk Foot Clinic and Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) clinics which support aged care clients in maintaining mobility independence and overall foot health.
As part of the role some travel will be required to rural clinic sites within the New England region including occasional overnight stays.
Where youll be working:
Based in Tamworth youll enjoy the benefits of living in a vibrant regional city that offers the best of both worlds: a welcoming rural community and the amenities of a modern urban centre. Known for its rich cultural heritage excellent schools and beautiful natural surroundings Tamworth is the perfect place to establish a rewarding career and a balanced lifestyle.
Whether youre exploring national parks enjoying the local caf scene or participating in the citys famous events like the Tamworth Country Music Festival youll quickly feel at home in this thriving regional hub.
About You:
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Podiatrist who is passionate about community-based healthcare and aged care services. To thrive in this role you will be:
Clinically competent with experience in managing high-risk foot conditions.
Organised and efficient with strong time management and documentation skills.
A great communicator comfortable working independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Empathetic and patient-focused with a commitment to delivering high-quality respectful care to older adults.
Adaptable and comfortable with rural travel including occasional overnight stays.
Requirements:
- Registered/eligible for registration with the Podiatry Board of Australia (Australian Health PractitionerRegulation Agency - AHPRA)
- Current NSW drivers licence and ability to travel distances sometimes greater than 150km away fromTamworth to provide clinical services. This will involve some overnight stays due to clinic requirements.
- * Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract including any approved extensions. Please note: if your contract ends before the agreed completion date you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances please contact HNELHD-Rural.
- To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen or permanent resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information please visit: is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024015: Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
