Podiatrist - Port Pirie
About The Position
Yorke and Northern Local Health Network is hiring Podiatrists in Port Pirie for a two-year temporary full-time new graduate program. The positions are classified as either AHP1 or AHP2, with classification determined by qualifications and experience. Salary is AHP1 $73,710–$89,981 per year or AHP2 $94,997–$110,052 per year, plus superannuation and salary-sacrifice benefits. Regional incentives may apply under the Enterprise Agreement. The role provides podiatry services across a clinically diverse caseload and a range of settings, including paediatrics, inpatient and outpatient care, NDIS, high-risk foot care, biomechanics, telehealth, and residential care. Podiatrists can develop independent working skills while receiving peer support and clinical supervision. The program offers supported clinical rotations, specialist podiatry opportunities, exposure to metropolitan services, and dedicated guidance to support transition to rural practice. The position includes regional outreach across YNLHN sites and work within a multidisciplinary team to address complex clinical needs. Other opportunities include contributing to service provision and improvement projects, supporting student placements and work-experience opportunities, and undertaking professional development. The role is based in Port Pirie, with Allied Health services located at Port Pirie GP Plus.
Requirements
- Hold a recognised qualification in the podiatry profession.
- Be eligible for full practising membership of the relevant Professional Association.
- For disciplines requiring registration, fulfil all requirements to maintain current registration.
Nice To Haves
- For self-regulated professions, participation in the professional associations' accredited continuous professional development program is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Provide podiatry services to a clinically diverse caseload across settings including paediatrics, inpatient and outpatient care, NDIS, high-risk foot care, biomechanics, telehealth, and residential care.
- Provide services through regional outreach clinics across sites in the YNLHN area.
- Work within a multidisciplinary team to address complex clinical needs and support positive consumer outcomes.
- Develop podiatry skills across high-risk foot care, paediatrics, biomechanics, residential care, outpatient clinics, and inpatient care.
- Participate in ongoing service provision and improvement projects.
- Contribute to the profession through student placements, projects, and work-experience opportunities.
- Engage in ongoing professional development.
- Complete supported clinical rotations and develop clinical, leadership, and professional skills through the two-year program.
Benefits
- Superannuation and salary-sacrifice benefits.
- Regional incentives may apply, subject to the Enterprise Agreement.
- Up to $13,000 reimbursement for relocation costs, subject to availability and eligibility.
- Accommodation included for 24 months.
- Professional supervision within the discipline.
- At least $2,000 per year for professional development and training, potentially including registrations, travel, and accommodation.
- Thorough orientation and a buddy system to support relocation and transition.
- Career-development support.
- Conference support.
- Supported transition to rural practice and dedicated new-graduate guidance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
