Podiatrist

Podiatrist

At Anglicare Southern Queensland, we believe everyone has a story. With a 150-year heritage, Anglicare Southern Queensland is a not-for-profit health and community service provider committed to supporting the diverse communities of Queensland.

The overall purpose of the Podiatrist is to provide high quality podiatry services, including assessment, treatment, therapy and education to the clients of the Service. You will be responsible for liaising with other clinical and allied health team members to ensure preventative care and early intervention occurs with clients. This role is a permanent full-time opportunity within the Cleveland region. It is a community-based role. The pay-rate will range between $44.65-$59.07/hour depending on your experience. Some of the major duties look like the below:

• Conduct assessments of client needs, within the Service environment or within the client's own home.
• Provide treatment and therapy to clients, in a professional manner, with due care and attention to the safety and privacy of the client.
• Develop care plans to meet the needs of the client.
• Liaise with Service team members, medical practitioners, hospitals and other Community Service providers to ensure the provision of outcomes based, client centred care.
• Organise and order podiatry supplies and equipment as needed.
• Provide education and support, within the scope of the role, to clients and carers and other members of the Service Team, to ensure preventative care and early intervention occurs.

About you:

• Demonstrated experience in the provision of clinical podiatry services.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement client centred podiatry programs with an educational, supportive and therapeutic focus within a community services, not for profit or similar organisation.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of continuous quality improvement processes and standards in a clinical setting.

Role Requirements:

• Current National Police Certificate
• Current Drivers Licence and own reliable vehicle
• Bachelor's degree in applied science (Podiatry) or similar field
• Current registration with AHPRA
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification

Why you'll love working with Anglicare Southern Queensland:

• Voted Reader's Digest Most Trusted Brand in Aged Care seven consecutive years in a row.
• Know your role is making a real difference supporting Queenslanders in need.
• Value-driven organisation rooted in Love, Care, Hope & Humility.
• Flexible Working Environment and work from home possibilities.
• Not for Profit Salary Packaging (Reduce your taxable income by up to $18,550).
• Novated Lease – pay for your car and running costs with pre-tax dollars!
• Corporate Health Insurance Discounts with Bupa and Medibank.
• Benefits App – Discounts and cash back at retailers (Woollies, Big W, Myer & more!).
• Referral App – $1 for each time you share a job and up to $300 for a successful referral.
• Wellbeing App – Mental, Physical and Financial wellbeing support.
• A culture of recognition with our Annual People Awards.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program & Pastoral Care Support.

Application process:

Please apply online and attach a copy of your current resume. Anglicare is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ communities, people with disabilities and people with a lived experience of mental ill health. We promote a child-safe environment and are committed to providing ongoing care and protection.