Podiatrist (Grade 2), Aged Care
Employment Type - Permanent Part Time
Hours per fortnight - 64
Job Category - Other Professionals - Podiatry
Req Id - 8326
- Gain a diverse caseload across inpatient, outpatient and community settings
- Ongoing training and professional development in a supported work environment
- Part- time opportunity available ( 64 hours per fortnight) - apply now!
About the role
As a Podiatrist at Grade 2 level, based at the McKellar Centre, you will deliver high-quality podiatry services across inpatient, outpatient, and rehabilitation programs within the Allied Health Directorate.
This role provides care to a diverse caseload, with a strong focus on aged care, rehabilitation, high-risk foot management, and chronic condition support. You will work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based interventions that promote mobility, prevent complications, and improve health outcomes for consumers.
You will be responsible for contributing to service improvement, meeting program KPIs, and applying contemporary clinical frameworks (including ADIET) to support safe, effective, and consumer-centred care.
This position also includes supervision of junior staff and Allied Health Assistants, participation in quality improvement initiatives, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders including aged care teams, GPs, and community services.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver independent, evidence-based podiatry assessment and treatment across inpatient, outpatient and rehabilitation settings, with a focus on aged care and high-risk foot presentations.
- Provide clinical management for complex and chronic conditions, including wound care, diabetes-related foot complications and mobility impairment.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support coordinated care planning, intervention and review.
- Contribute to quality improvement activities, service development initiatives and reporting against program KPIs.
- Provide supervision and support to Grade 1 podiatrists and Allied Health Assistants as required.
What we’re looking for
- Qualified Podiatrist with current registration with the Podiatry Board of Australia and at least 4 years’ clinical experience.
- Strong clinical skills in high-risk foot management, wound care, chronic disease and rehabilitation-focused podiatry.
- Experience working in aged care, hospital or complex clinical settings highly regarded.
- Proven ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and build strong professional relationships.
- Commitment to evidence-based practice, continuous improvement and alignment with organisational values.
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- 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
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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
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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)
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.
This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination.
Contact person: Carol Mioduchowski
Email: carol.mioduchowski@barwonhealth.org.au
Phone: (03) 42158038
Application closing date: 29th, January 2026
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