Podiatrist – Community and Locum Opportunities

This is a wonderful opportunity to work with collaborative organisations where you will be part of a supportive team with outstanding growth opportunities. Be a part of a team that provides care to their valued staff and residents with a focus on quality of life and wellbeing.

• Permanent Part time or Full time available
• Community Position – we have NOR, SOR, Metro and Regional
• We also have a Locum Podiatrist opportunity available
• Pool cars are available at base site or open to using own car with kms paid by organisation
• Hours and days can be negotiated for those who chose part time
• Competitive rates dependent on experience plus super
• Salary packaging Available – $18,550

The Role:

• Provide comprehensive foot assessments for older clients in community and home settings
• Diagnose and treat common conditions such as corns, calluses, ulcers, infections, and nail disorders
• Deliver routine foot care, including nail trimming, debridement, and skin care
• Develop and implement individualised treatment and care plans
• Monitor and manage high-risk feet, particularly for clients with Diabetes Mellitus and vascular conditions
• Perform wound care management and liaise with nurses/GPs for complex cases
• Prescribe and fit orthotics and pressure-relieving devices to improve mobility and prevent injury
• Educate clients and carers on foot hygiene, footwear, and preventative care strategies
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and reporting in line with aged care standards
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team (e.g., nurses, physiotherapists, care coordinators)
• Conduct home visits and outreach services, often across regional or remote areas
• Identify and escalate clinical risks such as infections, falls risk, or deteriorating condition

The successful candidate will have:

• Tertiary qualification in Podiatry and current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
• Demonstrated experience in community or aged care settings (desirable)
• Strong clinical knowledge in managing high-risk foot conditions, including Diabetes Mellitus
• Ability to work independently in community/home environments
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate approach to elderly clients
• Experience in wound care management and preventative foot care
• Ability to develop and implement individualised care plans
• Strong time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage a mobile caseload
• Competency in clinical documentation and reporting systems
• Current driver’s licence and willingness to travel for home visits
• Understanding of aged care standards and client-centred care principles
• National Police Clearance and relevant vaccinations (as required for aged care roles)

FULL WORKING RIGHTS REQUIRED

IMMEDIATE INTERVIEWS – Please get in touch with Michelle from Zenith Healthcare on 0483 929 398 or michelle.beech@zenithsearch.com for more information. No cover letter required