About Us
Able Aged Care Australia is a boutique provider of comprehensive community services for aged care & NDIS participants. With a reputation for compassion, respect and family values, we are dedicated to enhancing the well-being and independence of our clients. We are currently seeking experienced and compassionate podiatrists to join our dynamic team.
Why Choose Us?
Joining our team allows you to make a difference in the lives of those who need it most:
- Flexibility: Maintain a healthy work-life balance with the freedom to take on clients according to your availability.
- Diverse Client Base: Encounter a variety of clients, each with unique needs and challenges, enriching your professional experience and broadening your skill set.
- Local Convenience: Serve clients within your local area, minimising travel time and maximising efficiency.
- Independence: Take charge of your work, enjoying the freedom to make decisions that shape the care of your patients.
- Consistent referrals: We continuously refer clients to help you establish and grow a strong local client base.
The Role
- Job Type: ABN/Contractor
- Schedule: You are in charge of your schedule. Bookings can be made on weekdays or weekends per your agreement with the client.
- Location: We allocate clients within a 30 minute travel distance.
- Consistent Referrals: partner with us to build a local client base.
Case Load
You require expertise in the following areas essential for aged care contexts:
- Assessment & Diagnosis: Conduct thorough examinations to diagnose conditions such as plantar fasciitis, diabetic foot complications, and biomechanical issues.
- Treatment Plans: Develop and implement personalized treatment programs, including orthotics, footwear recommendations, and gait retraining.
- Preventative Care: Provide routine foot care, including nail cutting, corn removal, and callus management.
- High-Risk Foot Management: Manage complex cases such as diabetic or vascular-related foot conditions.
- Collaboration: Work closely with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, GPs, and other healthcare providers to deliver holistic care.
- Education & Advice: Offer patients and their caregivers advice on maintaining foot health to prevent future complications.
- Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed clinical notes and reports for case managers and referring doctors.
Professional Registrations:
To excel in this role, you should have (or be willing to obtain):
- Australian business number
- Independent contractor work rights
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance of $10M each
- Driver's licence and access to vehicle (recommended)
- AHPRA registration
- COVID-19 vaccination certificate
- National police check certificate
Language Skills (Optional):
Proficiency in a second language including but not limited to Mandarin, Cantonese, Arabic, Italian, Spanish, Greek, Hindi, and Vietnamese is desired but not mandatory.
Apply Now:
For further enquiries email [email protected]
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Subcontract, Casual, Seasonal, Contract, Locum, Graduate
Pay: Up to $194.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
