Podiatrist (AHP1/AHP2)
Make a Difference in Regional Health
Port Lincoln sits on the edge of the Spencer Gulf, offering one of regional South Australia's most enviable lifestyles - and the Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN) is looking for a Podiatrist who wants their career to match it. Whether you're building your clinical foundations or bringing established expertise, this AHP1/AHP2 role gives you the scope to do meaningful work in a community that genuinely values its health professionals.
Why Join Us?
- Flexible employment arrangements and FTE negotiable
- Build broad clinical experience across community, outpatient, inpatient and aged care settings
- Enjoy a rewarding regional career with ongoing professional development and clinical support
About the Role
As a Podiatrist, you will provide comprehensive podiatry services to clients across the Eyre and Far North region. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will deliver assessment, treatment, health promotion and preventative care services that support positive health outcomes for individuals and communities.
Depending on your classification level, you may also contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, clinical leadership activities and the supervision of students or less experienced staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver evidence-based podiatry assessment, treatment and management services
- Manage a varied caseload across community, outpatient, inpatient and aged care settings
- Participate in health promotion and preventative health initiatives
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external service providers
- Contribute to service development, quality improvement and accreditation activities
- Support student placements and mentoring opportunities as appropriate to classification level
About You
To be successful, you will have:
- A recognised qualification in Podiatry and eligibility for registration with the relevant professional body
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to person-centred care and continuous professional development
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment
- A current driver's licence and willingness to travel throughout the region as required
Life and Work at EFNLHN
SA Health's Eyre and Far North Local Health Network is a close-knit network where allied health professionals are genuinely seen and supported. You'll have access to salary packaging benefits that meaningfully increase your take-home pay, professional development support, and the clinical variety that only regional practice provides. Port Lincoln itself offers fresh seafood, affordable living, and coastal recreation that metropolitan postings rarely compete with. This position is offered on an ongoing full-time basis - and if a shorter contract arrangement suits you better, that option is also open for discussion through this recruitment process.
Ready to Apply?
Submit your application through the SA Health careers portal, including your CV and a cover letter addressing the role's key requirements. For a confidential conversation about the position or to explore contract options, reach out to the hiring manager listed in the role description. Applications are reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.
About Us
With its ancient outback landscapes, boutique vineyards, oyster farms and Australia’s best-kept-secret surf coast, Eyre and Far North will inspire and energise you.
The Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN) is responsible for the planning and delivery of hospital and health services over 337,626 square kilometres, taking in the Eyre Peninsula, western part of South Australia and north to Coober Pedy. We are one of the largest LHNs by area in Australia and communities include Ceduna, Cleve, Coober Pedy, Cowell, Cummins, Elliston, Kimba, Oodnadatta, Port Lincoln, Streaky Bay, Tumby Bay and Wudinna.
Services include acute care, medical, accident and emergency, surgery, birthing and midwifery, specialist consultancy, renal dialysis, chemotherapy, transfusions, rehabilitation, residential and community aged care, respite care, transitional care packages, Aboriginal health, mental health, allied health, community health, community nursing, palliative care, community home support packages and home modifications.
Click here to learn more about living and working in Eyre and Far North Local Health Network.
Why Join Us
- Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of Eyre & Far North means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
- Salary package a range of benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills and groceries) up to $9,010 each FBT year + $2,650 for Meal Entertainment expenses each FBT year Click here more information
- Wellbeing and counselling support: support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program
- Relocation support: relocation reimbursement of up to $15,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
- Employee recognition: supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.
- Regional Incentives may apply, subject to the terms in the Enterprise Agreement.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.
We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.
Applicant Information
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working 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 appropriate immunisation requirements.
Check(s)
- DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
- Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)
SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
For more information about the role please refer to the role description provided below. Job Ref: 945815
Enquiries
Jenna Hibble
Position: Allied Health Program Manager - Adult
Phone: 08 8683 2077
E-mail: [email protected]
Application Closing Date: 14 July 2027 - 11:55PM
Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information.
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
