AddressLocation: Cairns servicing Cape York communities
Status: Full Time Permanent
Salary: $101,573 - $110,953 p.a. + 11% superannuation contribution
The filling of this position is specified. Applicants must provide contact details or a written reference from an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person who is willing to support their application.
About Us
Apunipima Cape York Health Council is a community controlled Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health service, which provides culturally appropriate, family centred, primary health care services to the communities and people of Cape York.
About the Opportunity
The Podiatrist is responsible for the provision of clinical and preventative podiatry services to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients residing in Cape York. In collaboration with a multidisciplinary team you will assess, plan and deliver podiatry services that meet the needs of clients with complex needs.
This is a FIFO position from Cairns. A typical week involves flying or driving out from Cairns on Monday morning and returning to Cairns on Friday. You will be provided with accommodation and a travel allowance as a FIFO employee.
Pre-employment screening for vaccination against Vaccine Preventable Diseases will be conducted for the successful applicant.
About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Tertiary qualification in Podiatry and current registration with the Australian Health Practice Registration Authority (AHPRA) as a Podiatrist
- Experience delivering comprehensive and evidence-based podiatry services to clients with complex needs, including assessment, treatment and care planning
- Experience in planning, implementing, reviewing and evaluating podiatry programs to ensure high quality care
- Experience delivering and/or supporting podiatry education and health promotion programs
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- Understanding of the historical and contemporary issues that impact on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and their communities, particularly in Cape York
- Ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in accordance with community protocols and customs
- Current Blue Card positive notice or exemption, or willing and able to obtain prior to commencement
- Current Queensland Drivers Licence
Why Apunipima?
Apunipima is a great place to work, with opportunities to grow and develop and an environment of respect. A career with Apunipima offers unique opportunities and experiences that set it apart from other more mainstream health services. Our people are a committed team, dedicated to improving the health outcomes of Queensland's most at risk people. We do this by providing comprehensive and culturally appropriate primary health care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people that focuses on empowerment, family and community.
Join us as we navigate the exciting challenges and rewards of health care in the diverse and beautiful landscape of Cape York, in partnership with its people, rich history and culture. As Podiatrist, you will be provided with an attractive remuneration package, 5 weeks annual leave, annual leave loading, travel allowance, generous salary packaging opportunities and more!
To apply for this role, submit your cover letter and resume addressing the above criteria. Applications close on Sunday, 23 June 2024.
If you would like to have a confidential discussion about this role, or if you have any questions, please contact Renee Montgomery, Population Health Manager via 0459 860 *** or ***************@apunipima.org.au
Apunipima Cape York Health Council is an equal opportunity employer.
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