Location: Ashburton
Job Category: Clinical - Allied Health
About us
Access Health and Community (AccessHC)
is a leading not-for-profit healthcare provider with over 150 years of experience delivering inclusive, person-centred care across Melbourne's inner and outer east and northeast.
With over 600 staff and 200 volunteers across 17 locations, we provide integrated healthcare services including General Practice, Dental, Community Health, Allied Health, Mental Health, AOD, and Urgent Care services.
Our people are united by a shared purpose: delivering compassionate, person-centred care that strengthens communities.
At AccessHC, you'll join a values-driven organisation that embraces
Equity, Collaboration, Respect, Innovation and Quality
in everything we do.
Job Description
About the role
This
Max term versatile Part-time role
from November to August ****, is
based in Ashburton and Hawthorn across clinic and home-based appointments, and offers flexible hours
.
Grow your career within a supportive, collaborative multidisciplinary allied health team
Are you a passionate Grade 2 Podiatrist looking to work in a multidisciplinary team?
Join Access Health and Community (AccessHC) in a rewarding role where your professional growth and wellbeing are supported by skilled clinicians within a strong 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 the Manager, Allied Health Yarra and Boroondara.
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 play a vital role in empowering clients and supporting 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 hours 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 to 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 centre based and a small portion of in-home services, with appointment length 30 minutes or more
Wellbeing & Counselling programs:
Access to wellbeing support for our employees
The position encompasses an extensive range of benefits:
Supportive and values-based culture and engaged workforce
Culture of trust and empowerment for people to grow and thrive
Commitment to a work-life balance with flexible working conditions
Focus on staff wellbeing and health - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Commitment to ongoing career development and career growth
Paid parental leave and opportunity to purchase additional leave
Annual leave loading
Generous salary packaging opportunities (up to $15,990 per annum + $2,650 meals/entertainment expenses)
Read more about our culture and benefits:
Desired Skills and Experience
What you will bring
Key Selection Criteria
We're looking for someone who is not just clinically capable, but values the importance of team connection, cultural understanding, and continued growth:
Bachelor of Podiatry or Master of 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 adjustment.
Comprehensive understanding of podiatric requirements across the life span, including paediatrics
Compliance Requirements:
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
COVID Vaccination
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
Robust 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
Please refer to the position description here and on our website for the key selection criteria information:
accesshc.org.au/career
Please reach out for further information and/or the opportunity to discuss this role with
Laura McDonald, Manger Allied Health Yarra and Boroondara
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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.
Access is required to undertake compliance checks; however, a record of criminal history does not preclude applicants from applying for suitable positions.
All applications will be assessed on a case‐case basis and managed in a confidential and practical manner.
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📌 Podiatrist (Melbourne)
🏢 Access Health and Community
📍 Melbourne