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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Adelaide – various locations
• Salary AHP4 $118,887 - $129,427 p.a. (pro rata) + super + salary packaging
• Temporary positions up to April 2028
• Full-time and part-time options considered

We Need You in Allied Health

Join over 2,600 allied health professionals at CALHN and play a vital role in delivering safe and connected world-class care across South Australia. Here, your expertise, voice and career ambitions are supported within a network committed to excellence, innovation and the future of allied health.

• Be part of a sustainable, future-ready allied health workforce delivering safe, connected and high-quality care across CALHN’s diverse hospital and community settings.
• Make a real impact across emergency, acute, rehabilitation, community and mental health services—working where your skills matter most.
• Grow your career through supported learning pathways, advanced practice opportunities, leadership development and rich research opportunities—backed by CALHN’s strong investment in allied health research capability, partnerships and innovation.
• Thrive in a collaborative, people-centred environment where your wellbeing, professional identity and voice are valued, and where multidisciplinary teamwork drives creativity, connection and continuous learning.

These opportunities are driven by CALHN’s Allied Health Strategic Workforce Plan (2026–2031), ensuring podiatrists are supported to grow, lead and thrive within a sustainable and empowered allied health workforce.

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About the Role

Step into a pivotal clinical leadership role where you’ll shape high-risk foot care and prevent life-changing complications. Lead service growth, influence care pathways and bring teams together to deliver timely, expert care across hospital and community settings.

• Lead high-risk foot service across RAH and QEH
• Deliver expert care for complex foot and diabetes cases
• Build care pathways and innovative service models
• Coordinate multidisciplinary clinics and partnerships
• Mentor staff and support workforce capability
• Opportunity to work within an inter-disciplinary environment where active prescribing is occurring, enhancing the opportunity to gain Endorsement for Scheduled Medicines (AHPRA) 

About You

You are an experienced podiatrist and clinical leader, ready to drive high-risk foot care and deliver better outcomes through expert practice and strong partnerships.

• Degree in Podiatry with eligibility for AHPRA registration
• Endorsed for scheduled medicines or working towards
• Advanced skill in high-risk foot and limb salvage care
• Proven leadership in multidisciplinary clinical teams
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience in quality improvement and evidence-based care

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter

In line with the new Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025 you’ll enjoy enhanced benefits that support you and your career.

• Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
• Clinical collaboration – work with multidisciplinary teams to access a supportive network of clinicians with broad, shared expertise
• Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
• Professional development allowance - with structured development support
• Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
• Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
• Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge
• Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
• Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & your family
• Relocation reimbursement - up to $10,000 (eligible applicants)

Diversity & Inclusion

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Application Information

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required  932517 RD High Risk Foot Coordinator.pdf
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

Curious about this role?

Connect with Catherine Faik, Administration Coordinator Allied Health RAH

P:7074 2740

E: Catherine.Faik@sa.gov.au

Apply Now

Applications close: 11:55 pm, Thursday30^th April 2026

Job Ref: 932517

Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position