– Podiatrist

Position: Podiatrist

Location: HealthWest Medical & Specialist Centre, Truganina, VIC

Employment Type: Contractor / Part-Time / Full-Time (as applicable)

Reports to: Practice Manager

Position Overview

HealthWest Medical & Specialist Centre is seeking a qualified and motivated Podiatrist to provide high-quality foot and lower-limb care to patients. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with general practitioners and other allied health professionals to support patients' mobility, prevent foot complications, and improve overall health and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

- Assess, diagnose and manage conditions affecting the feet, ankles and lower limbs.
- Provide routine podiatry care, including nail care, callus and corn treatment, and management of ingrown toenails.
- Assess and manage diabetic foot conditions and patients at risk of foot complications.
- Provide treatment for musculoskeletal foot and lower-limb conditions.
- Assess gait and prescribe or recommend orthotics where clinically appropriate.
- Provide wound care and assist with the prevention and management of foot ulcers.
- Educate patients on foot care, footwear, injury prevention and ongoing management.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in accordance with relevant standards.
- Communicate and coordinate care with GPs and other healthcare professionals when required.
- Ensure compliance with infection control, workplace health and safety, privacy and qualified standards.




- Manage appointments and follow-up care to ensure continuity of treatment.

Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or recognised qualification in Podiatry.
- Current registration with the Podiatry Board of Australia through AHPRA.
- Professional indemnity insurance, as applicable to the role.
- Strong clinical assessment, communication and patient-care skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary medical centre.
- Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuing professional development.

Key Selection Criteria
- Experience in general podiatry and the management of common foot and lower-limb conditions.
- Experience managing patients with diabetes and other chronic conditions is desirable.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- A compassionate, professional and patient-centred approach.

Working Environment The Podiatrist will work within a multidisciplinary medical centre alongside general practitioners, allied health professionals and other specialists. The role provides an opportunity to contribute to coordinated, accessible healthcare for the local community.

Performance Expectations The Podiatrist is expected to provide safe, ethical and high-quality clinical care, maintain accurate documentation, comply with professional and regulatory requirements, and contribute positively to the medical centre’s patient services.

Work Location: In person

📌 Podiatrist (Truganina)
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