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Form of workMDHS services the Central Goldfields and Pyrenees Shire with campuses in Avoca, Dunolly and Maryborough. The strong clinical and social links between the three campuses ensure that the community is cared for by qualified staff who are committed to high standards of person-centred care. MDHS is one of the largest employers in the region, providing the perfect setting to become part of our team and community.
Podiatrist - Community Services
Permanent Full Time - 80 hours per fortnight
Classification: Grade 3
Award: Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Health Sector) Single Interest Enterprise Agreement 2021 - 2026
Are you a Podiatrist, with experience and knowledge in the relevant branch of your profession who would like to contribute to the delivery of high quality, efficient and effective clinical care? You would be responsible for delivery of Podiatry services to consumers of all ages, in acute, aged care and community settings. This role will require you to assist in the establishment of a new Podiatry service at MDHS in this full time position!
We are looking for someone with the following qualities:
- Embrace and promote the values of MDHS - Genuine, Respect, Excellence, Accountability & Togetherness
- Experience of working in a community-based setting with an understanding of specific needs of rural clients.
- Good communication skills
- Respect consumers as partners in care
What's in it for you?
- Great Working Environment - Join a group of motivated health care professionals with a Permanent contract. Opportunity to join the Social Club, offering a wide range of social events and local retail discounts.
- Fantastic Earning Potential - Generous Base Salary under the Allied Health Professionals EBA with Salary Packaging available.
- Supportive Culture with Continuous Improvement Opportunities - Culture that promotes and embraces the organisational values of GREAT (Genuine, Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Togetherness) and encourages and supports employees to engage in professional development with access to the Centre of Inspired Learning and Simulation Lab.
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
- Possession of a degree or diploma from a recognised School of Podiatry and registered with Australian Podiatry Association.
- A demonstrable understanding of the Best Care model and/or other person-centred approaches to service delivery.
- Motivated to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team with a commitment to health promotion.
- Experience of working in a community-based setting with an understanding of specific needs of rural clients.
- Exemplary time management and organisational skills combined with highly developed communication and report writing skills.
- Commitment to continuing professional development in accordance with maintaining professional registration.
- Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team.
- A current Victorian driver's licence (full)Essential
- Experience in all aspects of Podiatry
- Aged care experience
- Provide timely reports
- Respect consumers as partners in care
- Provide person centered care
- Able to manage personal stressors
- Be accountable for professional behaviour
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work with all stakeholders
For further information, please contact Robyn Jordan via *******@mdhs.vic.gov.auor on 5461 0483.
Applications for this position close on Sunday, 11th February 2024.
Applications are to include:
- Covering Letter
- Resume
- Written response to the Key Selection Criteria, available in the Position Description on the position advertisement.
Applications are to be submitted by selecting the "Apply Now" button below.
MDHS is an equal opportunity employer. Appointments are subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and a Working with Children Check. NDIS Workers Screening will be required for workers identified as working within a risk assessed role.
