Podiatrist (Grade 2), Public Health

Employment Information Employment Type:

Permanent Full Time

Hours per fortnight:

80

Job Category:

Other Professionals - Podiatry

Req Id:

7342

Have it All

Join our innovative team to provide world‑class healthcare to our community

Endorsed Scheduled Medicines program available

Ongoing training and professional development in a supported work environment

Fantastic permanent full‑time role – 80 hours per fortnight – ADOs – five weeks leave & salary packaging

About The Role To contribute to and be part of the community‑based, multidisciplinary area health team to support clients and carers to achieve an optimum level of health independence through:

Comprehensive, coordinated and integrated multidisciplinary services

Provision of client‑centred care to community members from a broad range of backgrounds

Contribute to the development and delivery of high quality, cost‑effective community‑based Podiatry service

Contribute to meeting the program and area health team key performance indicators (KPIs)

All activities of the position will reflect current best practice standards for Podiatry. The position will operate according to relevant legislation, Barwon Health policies, programs and department guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

Provide evidence‑based, multidisciplinary consumer care, including assessment, care planning, treatment, review and measuring outcomes

Independently manage a day‑to‑day clinical caseload, ensuring all work is completed accurately, on time and in line with Barwon Health policies and consumer care standards

Demonstrate leadership and professional collaboration, contributing to committees, service development, clinical policies and working effectively with stakeholders

Support ongoing learning and development, including supervision of junior staff/students, participation in quality improvement, research activities and maintaining professional registration and CPD requirements

What We’re Looking For

Current registration with the Podiatry Registration Board of Australia

At least 2 years’ experience in a community setting, with the ability to practice independently and manage clinical responsibilities

Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills, including building strong working relationships and collaborating with other health professionals

Ability to work independently while consulting and collaborating with others, delivering culturally safe and inclusive care aligned with Barwon Health values

Position Description Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

Barwon Health Staff Benefits

Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction

A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Extensive professional development opportunities

Attractive salary packaging benefits

Living expenses capped at $9,010

Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

Diversity and Inclusion Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Child Safety We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.

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for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards.

Additional Information If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at

peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au .

All Appointments Are Subject To

Satisfactory Police Record Check

Immunisation Status Clearance

Working with Children Check (if applicable)

Contact Person Tracey Young

Email tracey.young@barwonhealth.org.au

Phone (03) 4215 7107

Application Closing Date 17th March 2026

Internal Applicants If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers cage through One Point (intranet) before applying.

Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date – early applications are encouraged.

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