Overview

Access Health and Community (AccessHC) is a leading not-for-profit healthcare provider with over 150 years of experience delivering inclusive, person-centered care across Melbourne’s inner and outer east and northeast. Following our May 2025 merger with Inspiro, we’ve expanded our reach into the Yarra Ranges and strengthened our commitment to accessible, high-quality community health. We value Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), uphold ESG principles, and respect the rights of First Nations peoples as we continue to build healthier lives through compassion, collaboration, and community-led care.

About the role

Grow your career within a supportive, collaborative multidisciplinary allied health team. Are you a passionate Grade 2 Podiatrist, or a Grade 1 Podiatrist ready to grow your career whilst enjoying the support of a vibrant, close-knit team? Join Access Health and Community in a rewarding role where your professional growth and wellbeing are supported by skilled clinicians within a solid collaborative team culture.

We’re looking for a dedicated clinician who thrives in a team environment and is committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care. You’ll be working with diverse clinical presentations and supporting clients' physical, emotional, and social wellbeing. Reporting to Manager, Allied Health Outer East, the role is based in Lilydale or Belgrave and offers flexible schedule.

Why choose us?

At Access Health and Community (AccessHC), you’ll join a values-driven team that believes in connection, compassion, and community. Enjoy a strong sense of belonging and purpose as you empower clients and support their health and wellbeing through a responsive and high-quality care model. You’ll be supported by an experienced, multi-disciplinary allied health team, allowing you to focus on clinical excellence. At AccessHC, you’re more than a clinician — you’re part of a community.

- Work life balance: We support flexible schedule to achieve your ideal work life balance
- Professional Growth: Dedicated professional leave, mentoring, and opportunities to broaden your scope and expertise to support your advancement in your career




- Collaborative & Respectful Team Culture – Feel the difference in a workplace where relationships matter, and teamwork is at the heart of everything we do
- Skilled Clinician Support – Access support from senior podiatrists, regular clinical supervision, and a multi-disciplinary team that shares knowledge and problem-solves together
- Flexible & Meaningful Work – Enjoy autonomy and variety with a caseload that includes in-home, community, telehealth, and centre-based services
- Wellbeing & Counselling programs: Access to wellbeing support for our employees

What you will bring

Key Selection Criteria

- Bachelor Podiatry or Master Podiatry (or equivalent)
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience working as a podiatrist in a community health, hospital High Risk Foot Clinic and/or private practice setting
- Applied clinical knowledge and experience in delivering client centered and evidenced based practice in podiatry
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as a podiatrist and collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary service, including clinical supervision and practice support
- Demonstrated experience and clinical knowledge and experience in chronic disease management, especially diabetes and vascular disease wound care orthotic prescription and manufacture
- Comprehensive understanding of podiatric requirements across paediatric and aged care populations

Compliance

- National Police Check, Working with Children Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Evidence of the right to work in Australia and a valid Driver’s Licence
- First Aid & CPR certification

Attributes we value

- Proven ability to relate to people from a diverse range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
- Commitment to continuous quality improvement and health promotion principles




- Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Effective time management and clinical care prioritisation skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office with an aptitude for learning and using relevant software
- Demonstrated behaviours consistent with Access Health and Community values

Apply

If this position resonates with you and you are passionate about working alongside a collaborative and supportive team, please forward your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria. Please refer to the position description on our website for the key selection criteria information: https://accesshc.org.au/careers/

Please reach out to for further information and/or the opportunity to discuss this role with Jasmin Wadia, Manager Allied Health Outer East E: [email protected]

Apply now, as applications will be assessed as they are submitted and the role may be filled before the end of the application period.

Access Health and Community is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive working environment that embraces and values all people, regardless of cultural background, age, gender identity, sexuality or lived and living experience. We value the diversity and strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and are committed to delivering on our vision for reconciliation through our recruitment and employment practices. All applications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis and managed in a confidential and practical manner.

EEO and rights

Access Health and Community is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive working environment that embraces and values all people, regardless of cultural background, age, gender identity, sexuality or lived and living experience. We value the diversity and strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and are committed to delivering on our vision for reconciliation through our recruitment and employment practices. All applications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis and managed in a confidential and practical manner.

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📌 Podiatrist (Melbourne)
🏢 Access Health and Community
📍 Melbourne