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Lead Podiatry Services in the Limestone Coast as a Clinical Senior Podiatrist

Are you an experienced Podiatrist looking to make a real impact in a rural and remote health setting? Join our dedicated team at the Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) as a Clinical Senior Podiatrist and contribute to improving community-driven care, service distribution, and professional development across the region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert clinical services and consultancy in Podiatry across the Limestone Coast.
• Lead and mentor less experienced Podiatrists and Allied Health Assistants, offering clinical supervision and professional support.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and stakeholders on service models and workforce development.
• Drive quality, safety, and improvements in clinical practice, including involvement in research, evaluation, and the development of new services.
• Contribute to the regional Podiatrists’ Network and take an active role in the education of staff and professional students.

What We’re Looking For:

• A recognised qualification in Podiatry and current registration with AHPRA.
• Extensive clinical experience, including rural/remote practice and expertise in diverse podiatry areas.
• Proven leadership experience in service development, clinical supervision, and education.
• Strong skills in project management, problem-solving, and implementing primary health care principles.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, reflective practice, and professional development.
• Exceptional communication skills and experience in team leadership and community engagement.

If you're passionate about leading Podiatry services in a dynamic, rural setting, apply today to make a difference in the Limestone Coast!

Why Join Us? 

• Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas are valued.
• Job security and financial incentives: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is. 
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.

The Region

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network provides a wide range of health care services to residents within the Limestone Coast region, which is situated in the southeastern part of South Australia and extending all the way to the Victorian border.

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is surrounded by a world class wine region, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia’s best coastline, offering a work-life balance like no other.

Your lifestyle

• Relaxed and affordable lifestyle
• Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf
• Outstanding National Parks and great sporting and recreational facilities
• Well-serviced with educational facilities, including TAFE and University campuses
• Plenty of social activities including sporting clubs, music groups and great food and beverage experiences
• Conveniently located approximately halfway between two major cities: Melbourne and Adelaide

Find out more about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/workatLCLHN   

Applicant Information

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s) 

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 893343

Enquiries

Tayla Ryan
A/Regional Manager Allied Health & Rehabilitation
Phone: 87211320
E-mail: tayla.ryan@sa.gov.au 

Application Closing Date

13 February 2025, 11:55PM

Attachments

893343 AHP3 Clinical Senior Podiatrist - Role Description.pdf

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