The opportunityWe are seeking expressions of interest from passionate, experienced, and team-oriented Podiatrists to step into the pivotal role of Senior Clinician – Podiatry. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape podiatry services within Access Health & Community (AccessHC), delivering high-quality, client-centred care and clinical leadership across our Outer East and Manningham regions.As a Senior Clinician, you will balance a diverse clinical caseload with key leadership responsibilities, including supporting the professional development of podiatry staff, contributing to service development initiatives, and ensuring the delivery of evidence-based care. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment, with opportunities to influence integrated care pathways, student supervision, and innovation in podiatry service delivery.What you will be doingDeliver face-to-face, home-based, and telehealth podiatry care to clients across a wide range of funding streams (e.g. CHSP, NDIS, ICDM, MBS, HACC, HCP/SaH, private)Provide services spanning general podiatry, diabetes foot care, high-risk foot management, wound care, biomechanics, orthotics, musculoskeletal conditions, nail surgery, paediatrics, and chronic disease managementLead clinical supervision and practice support for Grade 1 and Grade 2 Podiatrists, as well as guidance to Allied Health AssistantsTriage referrals, support quality improvement initiatives, and actively contribute to podiatry-related health promotion and group educationEngage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including tertiary institutions, GPs, hospitals, and community partnersEnsure clinical standards, infection control practices, and documentation comply with organisational policies and funding requirementsWhat you will bring Key Selection CriteriaMinimum of 7 years’ experience in community health, hospital-based High Risk Foot Clinics and/or private practiceCurrent AHPRA registration and eligibility for Australian Podiatry Association membershipDemonstrated excellence in delivering client-centred, evidence-based podiatry servicesStrong experience providing clinical supervision and professional mentoring within a team environmentProven ability to manage diverse clinical presentations and lead podiatry service delivery across complex funding modelsProficiency in using electronic health record systems (e.g., TrakCare) and Microsoft Office.AttributesInspiring team player with a collaborative approach to care delivery and team cultureExceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to work with individuals from diverse cultural and social backgroundsStrong time management and prioritisation skills with attention to detailEnthusiastic about continuous quality improvement, health promotion, and sharing knowledge to support othersA commitment to AccessHC’s values of Equity, Collaboration, Respect, Innovation, and QualityThe ability to work respectfully and creatively with diverse populations, including Indigenous Australians, LGBTIQ and CALD communitiesDemonstrated behaviours consistent with AccessHC valuesApply NowSubmit your application including your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria. Please refer to the position description on our website for the key selection criteria information: https://accesshc.org.au/careers/If you are ready to lead with clinical excellence and support a dynamic, passionate team, we invite you to submit your Expression of Interest to join us as a Senior Clinician – Podiatry.Please reach out to for further information and/or the opportunity to discuss this role with Jasmin Wadia, Manager Allied Health Outer East E: Jasmin.Wadia@accesshc.org.auApplications close date:   15th June 2025Position Description AUD Doncaster 3108

Internal Expression of Interest Only Senior Clinician Podiatry

  • Senior Clinician Podiatry, Permanent Part-time role, 0.8 EFT
  • Lilydale / Doncaster -Outer East locations
  • Collaborative and highly skilled supported team environment

The opportunity

We are seeking expressions of interest from passionate, experienced, and team-oriented Podiatrists to step into the pivotal role of Senior Clinician – Podiatry. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape podiatry services within Access Health & Community (AccessHC), delivering high-quality, client-centred care and clinical leadership across our Outer East and Manningham regions.

As a Senior Clinician, you will balance a diverse clinical caseload with key leadership responsibilities, including supporting the professional development of podiatry staff, contributing to service development initiatives, and ensuring the delivery of evidence-based care. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment, with opportunities to influence integrated care pathways, student supervision, and innovation in podiatry service delivery.

What you will be doing

  • Deliver face-to-face, home-based, and telehealth podiatry care to clients across a wide range of funding streams (e.g. CHSP, NDIS, ICDM, MBS, HACC, HCP/SaH, private)
  • Provide services spanning general podiatry, diabetes foot care, high-risk foot management, wound care, biomechanics, orthotics, musculoskeletal conditions, nail surgery, paediatrics, and chronic disease management
  • Lead clinical supervision and practice support for Grade 1 and Grade 2 Podiatrists, as well as guidance to Allied Health Assistants
  • Triage referrals, support quality improvement initiatives, and actively contribute to podiatry-related health promotion and group education
  • Engage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including tertiary institutions, GPs, hospitals, and community partners
  • Ensure clinical standards, infection control practices, and documentation comply with organisational policies and funding requirements

What you will bring Key Selection Criteria

  • Minimum of 7 years’ experience in community health, hospital-based High Risk Foot Clinics and/or private practice
  • Current AHPRA registration and eligibility for Australian Podiatry Association membership
  • Demonstrated excellence in delivering client-centred, evidence-based podiatry services
  • Strong experience providing clinical supervision and professional mentoring within a team environment
  • Proven ability to manage diverse clinical presentations and lead podiatry service delivery across complex funding models
  • Proficiency in using electronic health record systems (e.g., TrakCare) and Microsoft Office.

Attributes

  • Inspiring team player with a collaborative approach to care delivery and team culture
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to work with individuals from diverse cultural and social backgrounds
  • Strong time management and prioritisation skills with attention to detail
  • Enthusiastic about continuous quality improvement, health promotion, and sharing knowledge to support others
  • A commitment to AccessHC’s values of Equity, Collaboration, Respect, Innovation, and Quality
  • The ability to work respectfully and creatively with diverse populations, including Indigenous Australians, LGBTIQ and CALD communities
  • Demonstrated behaviours consistent with AccessHC values

Apply Now

Submit your application including your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.

Please refer to the position description on our website for the key selection criteria information: https://accesshc.org.au/careers/

If you are ready to lead with clinical excellence and support a dynamic, passionate team, we invite you to submit your Expression of Interest to join us as a Senior Clinician – Podiatry.

Please reach out to for further information and/or the opportunity to discuss this role with Jasmin Wadia, Manager Allied Health Outer East E: Jasmin.Wadia@accesshc.org.au

Applications close date:   15th June 2025