Podiatrist - Hasds

SA Health
Job reference: 860927
Location: 5083 - SEFTON PARK
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to EveryoneCentral Adelaide Local Health Network

• Integrated Care, Sefton Park
• Salary AHP-2 $86,950 - $100,729 p.a.
• Temporary up to 12 months and part-time working 7.5 hours per week
• Proposed Thursday or Friday

About the roleThe Podiatrist provides escalated care for clients with a clinical need for podiatry care in the Hospital Avoidance setting. These patients are generally unable to access the services they need in the community and would otherwise be on the trajectory to needing hospital services.The position works as part of the multidisciplinary CALHN Integrated Care team, providing services to a range of vulnerable patient cohorts including Indigenous people, newly arrived refugees, people experiencing homelessness and people with complex co morbidities or chronic conditions.The podiatrist role embraces and embeds Integrated Care service innovations and new technologies, including virtual care initiatives.The Podiatrist undertakes direct clinical care with the aim of preventing unnecessary hospital admissions by providing early intervention. This position ensures compliance with safety and quality standards due to the complexity and risk profile of this client group.The role supports planning, development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of podiatry services by:

• Providing high quality podiatry services which meets the needs of the patient, optimises care out of hospital and effectively escalates to hospital specialist services for high risk patients.
• Participating in projects and initiatives as a member of a dynamic multidisciplinary team
• Developing, implementing and reviewing podiatry service goals, objectives, policies and procedures
• Supporting the team with professional advice

QualificationsAppropriate Degree or equivalent qualification which entitles registration with the Podiatry Board of Australia.About usIntegrated Care, Hospital Avoidance and Supported Discharge Services support multidisciplinary assessment and intervention outside the acute hospital setting.What we offer

• Attractive salary packaging available
• Strong community minded culture and values providing world class care to South Australians
• Opportunity for movement across the SA Health system: There are always opportunities for you to develop your skills and your career at one of our many metropolitan or regional sites

Essential Requirements:

• Current National Police Clearance (NPC)
• Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description. SA Health Services are required to implement the

in the workplace.Diversity and inclusion: Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.Application Information:

• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening.

Job ref: 860927Enquiries to:Tiff DewickTelephone: 8342 8600Application Closing Date11:55 pm Friday 26 April 2024AttachmentsFlexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.