Podiatrist Grade 2 Full Time
- Melbourne, VIC
- $90,236-103,724 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
You will have at least 2 years of Podiatry clinical experience and a keen interest in assessment and management of high-risk foot conditions. You will work in a diverse role across a range of acute and community services. Your week will involve working in our High Risk Foot Centre of Excellence inpatient and inter-disciplinary clinic at Fitzroy, as well as providing home based community services as a part St Vincent’s Home Based Allied Health Team at St George’s Hospital Kew. We work collaboratively to deliver evidence based clinical practice and strive for excellence.Duties
- Provide the highest standard of podiatry services to patients through effective assessment, treatment, evaluation, team liaison, and discharge planning
- Contribute to the planning and development of activities and services within and across departments
- Facilitate seamless transition for patients across the continuum of care
- Provide supervision and teaching to Grade 1 Podiatrists and undergraduate students
- Current Podiatry AHPRA Registration
- Current Victorian Drivers License
- At least 2-years clinical podiatry experience
- Highly developed communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team
- Current National criminal history check, or willing to obtain
- A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
- Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
- Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
- Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
- In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks
- Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
- Culture of continuous improvement
The Podiatry department provides podiatry and inter-disciplinary high risk foot services to patients across multiple sites in acute, sub-acute and residential care, including at St Vincent’s Hospital Fitzroy, St George’s Hospital Kew, St Vincent's on the Park, residential facilities and correctional health facilities.The St Vincent’s Home Based Allied Health Service is funded by the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP), and focuses on restoring or maintaining people’s independence, improving function and wellbeing to support them to remain living at home. The team includes: Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Podiatry, Dietetics, Allied Health Assistant and Administrative support.Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.Application
Applicants must submit the following:
- One page cover letter indicating why you should be considered for this role
- Resume of no more than 2 pages outlining their professional history with 2 professional referees
Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).For further information contact Podiatry Manager Kate Waller via email: kate.waller@svha.org.auPosition DescriptionThe Podiatry department provides podiatry and inter-disciplinary high risk foot services to patients across multiple sites in acute, sub acute and residential care, including at St Vincent’s Hospital Fitzroy, St George’s Hospital Kew, St Vincent's on the Park, residential facilities and correctional health facilities.4. POSITION PURPOSE
The Grade 2 Podiatrist is responsible for the development and delivery of high quality podiatry care to outpatients, acute and sub-acute inpatients, correctional health facilities, and patients in their own homes. This position is specifically to work at Fitzroy in the High Risk Foot inpatients and inter-disiplinary clinic and
at the St George’s Hospital site in the Allied Health At Home service. Clinical timetabling may rotate and there may be requirements to work across other SVHM sites and programs. This position may require supervision of the Grade 1 Podiatrist and undergraduate podiatry students. This position is accountable to
the Podiatry Department Manager.5. POSITION DUTIESProvide optimal podiatry management to patients through effective assessment, treatment, evaluation, team liaison and discharge planning.To provide high quality clinically appropriate, comprehensive allied health therapy to clients and carers and in their own homes, aligning with the client’s expressed goals of care and healthcare needs, and considering the effects of the patient’s health issues on their life and wellbeing.Demonstrate sound clinical knowledge of evidence based practice, research and new developments.Be an active member of applicable inter-disciplinary and specialist teamsLiaise closely with community service providers and attend relevant meetings to coordinate client careMaintain an appropriate standard of medical record documentation and data collection as per SVHM and local policiesProvide supervision to the Grade 1 Podiatrist in line with professional standards.Primary student supervisor for the undergraduate podiatry students undertaking placement at SVHM.Coordinate and facilitate relevant training/education sessions for SVHM employees as requested.Participate in quality improvement activities in accordance with the department’s Quality Plan and other tasks as directed by senior staff.Develop, implement and promote innovative clinical practice.Actively participate in departmental, organisational and external meetings as required.INCUMBENT OBLIGATIONS
GeneralPerform duties of the position to best of their ability and to a standard acceptable to SVHMComply with all SVHM policies, procedures, by laws and directionsTreat others with respect and always behave professionally and in accordance with the SVHM Code of ConductOnly access confidential information held by SVHM when this is necessary for business purposes, maintaining the confidentiality of that information once accessedParticipate in the annual SVHM performance review processDisplay adaptability and flexibility to meet the changing operational needs of the businessComply with applicable Enterprise Bargaining Agreement provisionsDisplay a willingness to develop self and seek to improve performanceClinical Quality and SafetyAttend clinical orientation upon commencementMaintain clinical registration and any required indemnity coverAlways work within approved scope of practice under supervision by more senior clinical staff as appropriate.Take personal responsibility for the quality and safety of work undertakenTake all necessary care and precautions when undertaking clinical proceduresComplete annual clinical competenciesMaintain skills and knowledge necessary to safely and skilfully undertake clinical workConsult with peers and other experts and refer to other healthcare workers when appropriate and in a timely mannerCollaborate and clearly communicate with patients/clients and the healthcare teamParticipate in clinical risk management and continuous quality improvement activities as part of day-to-day workEnsure consumers receive information in an appropriate and accessible formatActively support consumers to make informed decisions about their treatment and ongoing careEnsure consumers are aware of their rights responsibilities and how to provide feedbackProtect the health and safety of self and others, complying with all health and safety related policies, procedures and directionsComplete required Fire and Emergency Training annuallyComplete required Workplace Culture and Equity Training annuallyAttend general hospital orientation within 3 months of commencementAs required, comply with fit-testing and PPE requirementsParticipate in reporting and analysis of safety and quality data including risks or hazards,Report any hazards, near misses and incidents (regardless of whether an injury occurred or not) into RiskmanIdentify and report any variance to expected standard and minimising the risk of adverse outcomesINCUMBENT CAPABILIITY REQUIREMENTS (Level 1)
The incumbent of this position will be expected to possess the following core capabilities:Capability Demonstrated behaviourPersonal Personal effectiveness Operates within policies and regulations in line with the mission and valuesLearning Agility Is open to learning new skills and ideas and applies these in the workplaceOutcomes Patient/Resident/client centred Responds to patients as individuals while delivering care according to prescribed guidelinesInnovation and Improvement Solves immediate problems on own tasks and is open to changeStrategy Driving Results Completes allocated tasks to prescribed standards and timeframesOrganisational Acumen Understands role of own department and relateddepartmentsPeople Working with and Managing others Modifies own behaviour and work style to be most effectiveCollaboration Cooperates with team members to deliver team goalsSELECTION CRITERIA
ESSENTIAL REGISTRATION, LICENSE OR QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Recognised tertiary qualification in Podiatry
Current registration with the Podiatry Board of Australia
Current Victorian Drivers LicenceOTHER ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Demonstrated experience working within acute, sub-acute or community health care settings
High level clinical skills and knowledge, particularly in high risk foot podiatry
Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing and evaluating quality improvement
initiatives
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a inter-disciplinary team
Innovative approach to problem solving, organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks
Demonstrated commitment to further professional development
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Proficient computer skillsOTHER NON ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Member of relevant professional bodiesClosing Date: 30 September 2025 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.For further information, visit https or get in contact atCode of Conduct: