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We are seeking a Podiatrist to join our team based in Nhill! In a full time capacity, you will assist in covering 9 locations across Western Victoria, providing podiatry services to people of all ages within our communities, acute inpatient wards and residential aged care facilities!

• West Wimmera Health Service provides high-quality hospital care, residential aged care, disability services and community health facilities to more than 22,000 people across nine locations in the West Wimmera region
• NEW GRADUATES ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!
• RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT! 
• You will have the opportunity to apply for our Bursary Program, where contributions of up to 50% of a successful applicant's HECS/HELP debt are negotiable as part of the package!

Midway between Melbourne and Adelaide, Nhill is a thriving country town surrounded by a number of state and national parks, offering endless sunsets and scenic views. Nhill's proximity offers a number of educational, medical and aged care facilities as well as a large range of recreational activities to suit everyone! 

The successful applicant will experience a comprehensive caseload working alongside our skillful, friendly and supportive multi-disciplinary team. We provide extensive clinical supervision as well as generous support to undertake professional development. 


KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential:

• Bachelor of Podiatry, or equivalent qualifications as recognised by the Podiatrist Registration Board
• of Victoria.
• Ability to work independently without supervision and as a member of the Podiatry Department and Multidisciplinary health team.
• Must be effective in a team and be able to demonstrate initiative, enthusiasm and flexibility.
• Possess highly developed communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills including the ability to negotiate effectively with peers and other professionals and speak to community groups as required.
• Must be self-motivated and be responsible and responsive to a situation where a high level of autonomy exists.

Desirable:

• Previous placement or work experience in a hospital/healthcare setting.
• Experience and understanding of issues specific to provision of services in rural and remote areas.
• Demonstrated skills in outpatients, with good manual therapy skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Effectively manage a Podiatry caseload across acute, aged care and community settings.
• Actively contribute as a team member to the effective operation of the Podiatry Department, including attendance at regular team meetings.
• Work effectively and collaboratively within the broader WWHS and Community Health Team context.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with external agencies and strategic partners in relation to effective delivery of Podiatry services and community development across the Wimmera.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 28 FEBRUARY 2025


HOW TO APPLY:
If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following information in one document:

• Your resume, including a comprehensive employment history, the qualifications you hold and the contact details for at least three referees.
• A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
• Response to the Key Selection Criteria found above, using recent examples of your experiences.

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