Ready to make a meaningful impact in a community-focused role? Apply now and help shape the future of aged care podiatry in the New England region Remuneration: $112,396 – $116,038 per annum superannuation salary packaging rural incentives Location: Tamworth Community Health Service Employment Type : Temporary Full Time – Until June 2027 Position Classification : Podiatrist Level 3 Requisition ID: REQ578705 Applications Close: Sunday 8th June 2025 Make the Move to Regional NSW Easy! The Welcome Experience is a FREE service to help essential workers and their families move to regional NSW with ease. From finding housing and childcare to helping your partner find employment and connecting with the local community, the service offers personalised, concierge-like support tailored to your needs. A Local Connector will guide you, answer your questions, and connect you with the right services to ensure a smooth transition. Discover what life is like in Regional NSW – explore The Welcome Experience and register today. At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day: Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. * Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero Proximity to shopping and other services ADO's each month (for full time employees) Salary packaging options Fitness Passport Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals About the role: We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified and motivated Podiatrist to join our New England Community Aged Care Services (NECACS) team. In this role, you will provide high-quality, person-centred clinical services to clients across a variety of community settings. This includes our High-Risk Foot Clinic and Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) clinics, which support aged care clients in maintaining mobility, independence, and overall foot health. As part of the role, some travel will be required to rural clinic sites within the New England region, including occasional overnight stays. Where you’ll be working: Based in Tamworth, you’ll enjoy the benefits of living in a vibrant regional city that offers the best of both worlds: a welcoming rural community and the amenities of a modern urban centre. Known for its rich cultural heritage, excellent schools, and beautiful natural surroundings, Tamworth is the perfect place to establish a rewarding career and a balanced lifestyle. Whether you’re exploring national parks, enjoying the local café scene, or participating in the city’s famous events like the Tamworth Country Music Festival, you’ll quickly feel at home in this thriving regional hub. About You: We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Podiatrist who is passionate about community-based healthcare and aged care services. To thrive in this role, you will be: Clinically competent, with experience in managing high-risk foot conditions. Organised and efficient, with strong time management and documentation skills. A great communicator, comfortable working independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Empathetic and patient-focused, with a commitment to delivering high-quality, respectful care to older adults. Adaptable and comfortable with rural travel, including occasional overnight stays. Requirements : Registered/eligible for registration with the Podiatry Board of Australia (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency - AHPRA) Current NSW driver's licence and ability to travel distances, sometimes greater than 150km away from Tamworth to provide clinical services. This will involve some overnight stays due to clinic requirements. Additional Information: * Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. Please note: if your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rur al Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact HNELHD- Rur al Incentives@health.nsw.gov.au. To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Hana Skilton on Hana.Skilton@health.nsw.gov.au I nformation for Applicants: Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 Stepping Up Webs i te is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy. ruralhealthincentive