The Home Care Podiatrist provides essential foot care services to clients in their homes and community settings, supporting older adults and people with disability to maintain mobility, independence, and quality of life.
The role includes routine foot care, diabetic foot assessments, ingrown toenail management, and preventative treatment, with a strong focus on aged care and NDIS clients.
The podiatrist works independently to deliver safe, person-centred care in line with Australian clinical standards.
JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE:
Home Care Podiatrist
REPORTS TO:
Care Service Manager
LOCATION:
Community-based (home visits across Melbourne and surrounding suburbs
ORGANISATIONAL OVERVIEW
Polcare is a community-focused aged care and disability support organisation dedicated to improving health, independence, and quality of life for our clients.
We deliver high-quality in-home and community-based services across Melbourne, supporting older adults and people living with disability through personalised, culturally responsive care.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Home Care Podiatrist provides mobile podiatry services to clients in their homes, aged care settings, and community environments.
The role focuses on preventative foot care, mobility support, and clinical management of foot-related conditions, particularly for elderly clients and individuals with complex health needs.
This position plays a key role in reducing complications, improving comfort, and enhancing overall wellbeing.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES




Deliver comprehensive podiatry assessments in home and community settings
Provide routine foot care including nail care, corn and callus management
Manage ingrown toenails, skin conditions, and foot pain
Conduct diabetic foot assessments and risk screening
Develop and implement individualised treatment plans
Provide education to clients and carers on foot health and prevention
Work collaboratively with Care Service Managers and health professionals
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and records
Ensure compliance with infection control and clinical standards
Travel to client homes and manage an allocated caseload
SELECTION CRITERIA
Bachelor of Podiatry (or equivalent qualification)
Current AHPRA registration
Valid Australian driver's licence and reliable transport
Strong clinical assessment and treatment skills
Ability to work independently in community settings
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Current police check and relevant screening clearances
Experience in aged care, home care, or community podiatry
Experience with diabetic foot care and chronic condition management
Solid organisational and time management skills
Experience working within culturally specific or multicultural community services
Knowledge of the Polish community and Polish language skills highly regarded
If you or someone close to you needs support, please get in touch with us.
We are here to help.
#J-*****-Ljbffr

📌 Home Care Podiatrist (Melbourne)
🏢 PolCare
📍 Melbourne