Podiatrist
- Community-Based Allied Health Service
- Preferred work locations North, Northwest, Northeast
- Full-time and Part-time positions available
- $88,466 - $101,685 per year based on experience + Super + Salary Packaging
About Us
We are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as Baptist Care. As a for purpose, Christian care organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together with Baptist Care (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptist Care SA we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose.
From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage, our passion and our priority are the customers we serve. We strive to deliver care as it should be – with people right at the centre.
Our Values are Wellbeing, Ethics, Co-creating, Accountability, Respect and Effectiveness.
About the role
We are seeking a highly motivated Podiatrist to join our large multidisciplinary team in Melbourne. As a community-based Podiatrist in Home Care (IHC) you will be responsible for clinical care to consumers in a community setting. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the role is responsible for delivering high quality, best practice care that meets the expectation of the consumer and demonstrates a commitment to maintaining an optimal level of dignity, respect, comfort, and quality of life for consumers.
Our ideal candidate will have a passion for assisting our clients maintain their independence, you will work with various funding bodies, including Home Care Packages, Short Term Restorative Care, CHSP, and privately funded clients.
Key Duties
- The provision of professional, quality podiatry care to meet the individual needs of consumers.
- Consumers are engaged in the development, delivery and evaluation of care and services and are supported in that engagement.
- Ensuring that all consumers receive regular assessment of their individual needs and developing a plan to meet these needs.
- Taking appropriate action in the event of changes in the consumer/'s needs, including referral to other health professionals as required
- Effective management of high-impact or high-prevalence risks associated with the care of consumers.
- Minimisation of infection-related risks through implementing standard transmission-based precautions to prevent and control infection.
- Report consumer risks to management, including inappropriate behaviours or actions not aligned to our values or the Aged Care Quality Standards
- Ensure that scope of practice is compliant with regulatory guidelines and Baptcare policy and procedures.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will need the following:
- Wholeheartedly aligned with Baptcare’s Mission, Vision, and values
- Assessment and planning, including consideration of risks to the consumer/'s health and well-being, informs the delivery of safe and effective care and services.
- Advanced skills in the creation of timely and thorough consumer records including documentation of care provided to meet all statutory requirements and collecting and maintaining accurate data and statistics as required.
- Highly organised and adaptable to work in a rapidly changing environment and a consumer/'s changing circumstances or preferences.
- Demonstrated ability to make timely decisions and problem solving to ensure quality consumer outcomes.
For You
Baptcare is focused on living our values, not just talking about them. You’ll find the culture at Baptcare is one of genuine respect, support, and positive intention. We work hard to achieve results through change, continuous improvement, and ongoing focus on providing the best service delivery to our stakeholders.
Further, the successful candidate will receive:
- A competitive salary, plus access to the tax perks of salary packaging and novated leasing.
- Access to confidential counselling and support services.
- Be part of an organisation and a team that is driven to make a difference to the lives of our vulnerable community members.
How to apply
Click Apply Now to submit your application.
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
- Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
- The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check.
- A medical assessment will be conducted to assess your suitability for the role.
- Current full AHPRA registration
- Driver’s license
- Travel around metro locations.
- Clinical specialisation relative to aged care is an advantage.
If you require support with the application process, please contact abadawy@baptcare.org.au
Child safety and diversity statements:
Baptcare is a child safe organisation that is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected.
In accordance with Baptcare’s code of conduct, all Baptcare employees are committed to keeping children safe within the organisation and act in their best interests at all times.
Baptcare is committed to diversity and inclusion across all we do and to building communities and workplaces where everyone belongs.
Baptcare (VIC, TAS) is proud to be working towards uniting with Baptist Care (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptist Care SA, to create a newly merged national care organisation committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together, we are building on a shared history of care and compassion, expanding our reach, and strengthening our mission to help people live well with dignity and purpose.
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