Experienced Grade 1 or Grade 2.0 Podiatrist Ringwood area

About us

Access Health and Community (AccessHC) is a leading not-for-profit healthcare provider with over 150 years of experience delivering inclusive person-centered care across Melbournes inner and outer east and northeast. With 500 staff and 200 volunteers across 17 locations we offer a wide range of integrated services to support diverse communities. Following our May 2025 merger with Inspiro weve expanded our reach into the Yarra Ranges and strengthened our commitment to accessible high-quality community health. We value Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) uphold strong Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) principles and respect the rights of First Nations peoples as we continue to build healthier lives through compassion collaboration and community-led care.

The opportunity

This opportunity offers a Grade 1 podiatrist the chance to transition into a Grade 2 role within a 0.8 EFT position with an additional 0.2 EFT available for 12 months to cover parental leave. The successful candidate will deliver podiatric care to adult clients and occasionally paediatric clients within a multidisciplinary allied health team. Clinical support is provided by a Grade 3 senior podiatrist and a broader team of colleagues through onsite or remote supervision.

Clients are referred through various funding streams such as Community Health CHSP ICDM HACC HCP NDIS MBS and private billing. The role involves in-clinic consultations and home visits when necessary with responsibilities including diabetes foot care general foot care wound management biomechanical assessments nail surgery and footwear education. The podiatrist will also engage with clients families carers and other health professionals and may contribute to health promotion quality improvement initiatives and group education sessions.

The role is based in our locations of Lilydale and Belgrave and reporting to the Manager Allied Health Outer East.

What you will bring Key Selection Criteria

• Bachelor Podiatry or Master Podiatry (or equivalent)
• Minimum of 2 years experience working as a podiatrist in a community health hospital High Risk Foot Clinic and/or private practice setting
• Applied clinical knowledge and experience in delivering client centered and evidenced based practice in podiatry
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as a podiatrist and collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary service including clinical supervision and practice support
• Demonstrated experience and clinical knowledge and experience in:chronic disease management especially diabetes and vascular disease wound care orthotic prescription and manufacture
• Comprehensive understanding of podiatric requirements across paediatric and aged care populations

Attributes we value

• Proven ability to relate to people from a diverse range of social cultural and ethnic backgrounds
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement and health promotion principles
• Strong interpersonal written and verbal communication skills
• Effective time management and clinical care prioritisation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with an aptitude for learning and using relevant software
• Demonstrated behaviours consistent with Access Health and Community values

Access Health and Community Culture & Benefits

At Access Health and Community we offer more than just a fulfilling career: - we provide an environment where you can thrive in a culture of collaboration and support. Our team members share a common commitment and passion to make a positive impact and we believe that this shared ethos creates a range of benefits for all who work with us. From opportunities for personal and professional growth to a sense of purpose and belonging our culture promotes an environment of success and fulfilment. Come join us and experience the rewards of a career where you truly make a difference.

The position encompasses an extensive range of benefits that are on offer:

• A truly supportive and valued based culture and engaged workforce
• A culture of trust and empowerment for people to grow and thrive
• Commitment to a work-life balance with flexible working conditions
• An authentic focus on staff wellbeing and health- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and career growth
• Paid parental leave and opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Annual leave Loading
• Generous salary packaging opportunities (up to $15990 per annum $2650 meals/entertainment expenses)

Read about our culture and benefits: join Us

• Be part of a leading health and community organisation driving innovative change
• A unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on community health services
• Work in a supportive values-driven team environment
• A rewarding role in a dynamic organisation with a mission-driven culture
• Enjoy flexible work settings across the eastern suburbs
• Access professional development opportunities
• Make a genuine difference in the lives of people and communities
• The chance to work with passionate professionals dedicated to improving lives

Apply Now

If this position resonates with you and you are passionate about working alongside a collaborative and supportive team please forward your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria. Please refer to the position description on our website for the key selection criteria information: reach out to for further information and/or the opportunity to discuss this role with Jasmin Wadia Manger Allied Health Outer East E:

Apply now as applications will be assessed as they are submitted and the role may be filled before the end of the application period.

Applications close date: 7th September 2025

Access Health and Community is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive working environment that embraces and values all people regardless of cultural background age gender identity sexuality or lived and living experience. We value the diversity and strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and are committed to delivering on our vision for reconciliation through our recruitment and employment practices. Access is required to undertake compliance checks; however a record of criminal history does not preclude applicants from applying for suitable positions. All applications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis and managed in a confidential and practical manner.