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SA Health
Job reference: 875236
Location: 5290 - MOUNT GAMBIER
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Limestone Coast Local Health Network -Country Health Connect, Mount Gambier Salary: AHP1 $67,466 - $82,359 p.a (pro rata)/ AHP2$86,950 - $100,729 p.a (pro rata) Permanent or Temporary (full-time and part-time) Applications for Limestone Coast Podiatrist Candidate Pool (AHP1/2) now open!
Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LHN) is now accepting applications for a Candidate Pool, to be considered for vacant Podiatry positions (Allied Health Professional Level 1 or 2) that become available over the next 12 months. This includes any ongoing or temporary, part time/full time vacancies which may arise within the wider Podiatry department. Positions may be based at our main site in Mount Gambier Hospital or at our community-based sites in Bordertown, Keith, Kingston SE, Millicent, Naracoorte or Penola.
The Podiatry Department and allied health teams within Limestone Coast Local Health Network boasts a young, energetic team focused on improving services for the people of the Limestone Coast. As a Rural Generalist Podiatrist, you will contribute to the delivery of a comprehensive and integrated range of health services. To achieve this, you will work as a member of a multidisciplinary team, including health professionals and service providers from other sectors. You will utilise a combination of preventative, early intervention, treatment/therapy, and evaluation approaches.
Our smaller community-based sites are focused on providing quality care, closer to home. Clients will be seen in an outpatient setting and come with a wide range of clinical presentations.
About You
You must hold a recognised qualification in Podiatry and be eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Experience is preferred. Our team is supported by an Advanced Clinical Lead Podiatrist with significant experience in the areas of high-risk foot management and diabetes as well as musculoskeletal, and paediatrics who supports junior staff members. You will be committed to client-centred practice and community engagement in the provision of services, ensuring clients are meaningfully involved in all aspects of their care. Your strong interpersonal and communication skills will equip you to work positively within a team and develop effective working relationships.
The Region
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network provides a wide range of health care services to residents within the Limestone Coast region, which is situated in the southeastern part of South Australia and extending all the way to the Victorian border.
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is surrounded by a world class wine region, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia's best coastline, offering a work-life balance like no other.
Your lifestyle
Relaxed and affordable lifestyle Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf Outstanding National Parks and great sporting and recreational facilities Well-serviced with educational facilities, including TAFE and University campuses Plenty of social activities including sporting clubs, music groups and great food and beverage experiences Conveniently locatedapproximately halfway between two major cities: Melbourne and Adelaide Mount Gambier is a growing city with a vibrant feel. There are many sporting clubs, activities, and social events suitable for young professionals and families within one hour drive from the city centre. Mount Gambier Airport has multiple flights daily to Adelaide and Melbourne (45-minute flight time).
Find out more about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at
Why Join Us?
Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care. Collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas are valued. Job security and financial incentives: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a shortvideo about what salary packaging is. Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available fromSA Health Careers - Relocation support . Supported in Clinical Supervision and Professional Development opportunities Applicant Information
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
In addition to the annual salary package we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, employer superannuation contributions and leave loading.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.
Check(s)
DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC) DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients) Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)
SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups. The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.
For more information about the role please refer to the Job Pack provided below.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 875236
Enquiries
Sarah Puust
A/ Regional Manager Allied Health and Rehabilitation
Phone: 8721 1460
Email:
Application Closing Date
7 August 2025, 11:55PM
Attachments
875236 Podiatrist Candidate Pool - Job Pack.pdf
Australian applicant guidelines
International applicant guidelines
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
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