Job Description
Graduate opportunity with an experienced multidisciplinary team
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Ongoing mentoring, supervision and professional development
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Make a meaningful difference to Alice Springs & Aboriginal communities
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About Congress:
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Central Australian Aboriginal Congress is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service providing comprehensive primary health care to Aboriginal people across Alice Springs and surrounding remote communities.
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As part of our Allied Health team, you'll work alongside experienced Podiatrists, Aboriginal Health Practitioners, Allied Health Assistants, GPs, Nurses and other health professionals in a supportive and culturally safe environment.
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You'll receive the support you need to transition from university into skilled practice, while gaining valuable experience in diabetes, high-risk foot care, community podiatry and remote health.
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About the Role:
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Based primarily in Mparntwe (Alice Springs), this is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate Podiatrist to develop their clinical skills while working across a diverse range of clients and health programs, including Chronic Conditions, CHSP, NDIS and Medicare.
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With support from Senior Podiatrists, you will:
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Provide person-centred podiatry assessment and treatment
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Develop skills in diabetes and high-risk foot management
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Gain experience in wound care and offloading
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Develop holistic care plans and support client self-management
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Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
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Participate in supervision, mentoring and professional development
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Build your confidence working with Aboriginal clients and communities
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Undertake outreach to remote communities, including travel and overnight stays
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About You:
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Bachelor of Podiatry or equivalent qualification
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Current, or eligible for, AHPRA registration
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A genuine interest in community and Aboriginal health
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Passionate about developing your clinical skills and knowledge
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Strong communication and teamwork skills
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Respectful, adaptable and willing to learn
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Current driver's licence or ability to obtain
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Willingness to travel to remote communities, including by light aircraft
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Experience is not essential — we're looking for a motivated Graduate Podiatrist who is eager to learn and grow.
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📌 Graduate Podiatrist - Central Australian Aboriginal Congress (Alice Springs)
🏢 Northern Territory PHN (operating entity: Health Network Northern Territory
📍 Alice Springs