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(07) 3105 7800
Turrbal and Jagera Country
Level 4, 348 Edward Street
Brisbane QLD 4000
(07) 3105 7800
Turrbal and Jagera Country
Level 4, 348 Edward Street
Brisbane QLD 4000
Incentive Relocation Package / Relocation Allowance
JOB -10002684
Our organisation is currently seeking a full-time Podiatrist to join our team of multidisciplinary professionals. This position offers a unique and exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and adaptable Podiatrist to assist with the growing workload both in Mount Isa and across the North West and Lower Gulf regions. New Graduates are welcome to apply.
ABOUT US:
Our organisation is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service, with our strategic direction determined by a Board of Directors comprising Aboriginal people from across the region, as well as two skills-based Directors. Our organisational mission and vision statements demonstrate a commitment to providing holistic and culturally appropriate health services, underpinned by a philosophy of community participation, and with a strong focus on care coordination.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
The position is responsible for working in conjunction with a small multi-disciplinary team in the delivery of culturally appropriate Podiatry services to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, including chronic disease self-management and rehabilitation.
The role will entail outreach service delivery from clinic-based and community-based settings, both in Mount Isa and outreach to the communities of Mornington Island, Doomadgee, Burketown, Normanton and Karumba.
The scope of this position includes clinical and administration.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Cohesive and supportive team
Competitive salary (dependent upon years of experience/quals)
5 weeks annual leave
2 x return flights per annum (up to $900 per flight)
Professional development incl flights of $5200 p/year
Yearly retention bonuses
Salary sacrifice up to $15,600 p/year
Relocation allowance (if applicable)
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Relevant tertiary qualifications and registration with AHPRA as Podiatrist with currency of practice;
Demonstrated ability to comply with the profession's code of ethics and function in accordance with legislation affecting podiatry practice maintenance of registration with the Podiatry Board of Australia;
Experience in providing assessment, case management and podiatry services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is highly desirable;
A comprehensive understanding of the health issues impacting the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and a strong commitment to improving health outcomes;
Demonstrated understanding and commitment to the philosophy and practice of an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service and the ability to work sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people;
Demonstrated skill in working in a primary care setting, in particular the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team with a sound understanding of your role as podiatrist in chronic disease self-management for clients;
Experience in providing assessment, case management and podiatry services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is highly desirable;
Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision;
Clinical expertise;
Demonstrated ability to engage in supervision of students at undergraduate levels and less experienced staff in Indigenous primary health care contexts;
Demonstrated effective verbal and written skills with particular emphasis on interpersonal communication skills, establishing trust and rapport, maintaining confidentiality and record keeping;
Demonstrated competence in use of information technology, internet and desktop applications; e.g. electronic client record systems, Outlook, Word, Excel and database packages.
Practical Requirements:
Current C Class Drivers Licence - essential;
Willingness to work flexible hours as required, including the requirement to travel, work and stay overnight for up to several days at a time in remote areas;
Willingness to travel by road and small planes.
For further information regarding this position please apply today.
Applications close Friday 5th February 2021
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