Podiatrist – Grade 2
* Part‑time 16 hours per week | Enjoy stability with an ongoing role
* Eastern Health | Inner‑east locations close to public transport & shops
* Versatile patient loads | Join a podiatry department that prioritises professional development
Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne's largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.
Our Employee Value Proposition is "Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts".
This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.
About the role
As a Grade 2 Podiatrist, you will deliver high‑quality podiatry services within your area of clinical expertise, applying specialist knowledge and experience to support best patient outcomes. You will work independently while actively contributing to a collaborative multidisciplinary healthcare team and will be expected to initiate and participate in teaching, training, research, and quality improvement activities. You will also represent the podiatry discipline as required by your manager. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new service and innovative model of care within our general medical wards, with a strong focus on high‑risk foot management. You will work closely with medical teams, particularly endocrinology, vascular, infectious diseases, and orthopaedics, to deliver coordinated, patient‑centred care.
About you
* Recognised tertiary qualification in Podiatry.
* Current registration with the Podiatry Board of Australia.
* Eligibility for membership of Australian Podiatry Association Ltd.
* Demonstrated high level communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Demonstrated high level clinical skills and commitment to evidence based practice.
* Demonstrated commitment to person centre care.
* Hold a current Victorian Drivers Licence.
* Willingness to work across all Eastern Health Sites.
Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.
What we offer
* Mentor and Shadowing program
* Access to discovery days across our 50 sites
* Study and professional development leave
* Friendly & supportive teams
* Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
* Fitness Passport for work‑life balance
* Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones
* Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements
* Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme
* Access to Private Health Insurance offers
* Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power‑Bi training
* Cafes at all of our Hospitals
Next Steps
Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.
We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.
If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.
Good to know
* We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
* We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
* As a child‑safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
* Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine‑preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
* Advertising may end before the closing date.
* We do not accept recruitment agency application.
Referral information
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Additional information for current Eastern Health employees
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