Podiatrist - Aboriginal Health

Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Watto Purrunna Aboriginal Health Service – Elizabeth Vale Salary : $88,255 - $102,240 p.a. (pro rata) plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits – AHP2 Temporary Part-Time – working 30 hours per week, up to 22 February 2027 About the Role: This is an incredible opportunity to join the Northern Adelaide Local Health Network's Watto Purrunna Aboriginal Health Service as a Podiatrist to make a lasting impact on the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia. As a member of the Watto Purrunna Aboriginal Health Team, you will play a pivotal role in promoting the health and well-being of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. Your expertise will be instrumental in delivering responsive primary health care services, programs and activities that are grounded in social justice and an understanding of the physical and social determinants of health. In this rewarding role, you will apply your clinical experience, continually expanding your knowledge and professional competence to plan, implement and evaluate comprehensive and integrated services tailored to the needs of NALHN's clients. Working under limited direct clinical supervision, you will have the opportunity to provide direction and support to less experienced therapists, allied health assistants and students. To be eligible for this position, you must hold an appropriate degree or equivalent qualification which entitles registration with the Podiatry Board of Australia. About You: Are you a dedicated, compassionate and enthusiastic Podiatrist looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic, growing healthcare network where you will be part of a supportive team delivering high quality care to the community? If so, then this could be the opportunity for you. This position will offer you professional growth opportunities within a supportive and inclusive culture. To be successful in this role, you must possess a strong commitment to improving Aboriginal health outcomes, excellent communication skills and a deep understanding of culturally responsive healthcare practices. Your ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and build strong relationships with Aboriginal communities will be highly valued. Embrace this opportunity and join our team of healthcare professionals committed to making a difference in the lives of others. About Us: The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality medical services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care. Recently, NALHN has upgraded its facilities and plans to expand further. The network provides primary health care with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management. With nearly 6,500 employees, NALHN emphasises quality care and a supportive work environment guided by respect, integrity, and accountability. Our core values foster excellence, innovation, and equitable health outcomes. At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows. Benefits of working at NALHN: From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you’ll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network. Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas. NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions. The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check. Check(s): DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC) National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (e.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients) Immunisation Risk for this position is – Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 892545 Enquiries: Rikki Arbon Nurse Unit Manager Phone: (08) 8240 9 E-mail: sa.gov.au Application Closing Date: 7 February 2025 – 11.55PM Role Description and Further Information: 892545 - Podiatrist - Aboriginal Health - AHP2 - role description.pdf Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information.

Location: Adelaide CBD, AU

Posted Date: 2/1/2025