Podiatrist jobs in Australia

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Podiatry is a nationally regulated profession. You need registration with the Podiatry Board of Australia, which works with Ahpra, before practising or using the title podiatrist. Graduates from approved programs apply directly to the Board. Podiatrists who trained elsewhere usually have their qualifications assessed by the Australian and New Zealand Podiatry Accreditation Council, which can involve an examination process before the Board considers registration. Registration standards cover English language skills, criminal history, recency of practice, continuing professional development and professional indemnity insurance. The Board also offers an endorsement for scheduled medicines for podiatrists who complete further approved training, and separate specialist registration for podiatric surgeons. Most clinical roles are open to podiatrists with general registration, so you can apply without an endorsement. Keep your registration current and your professional development records organised, since practitioners can be selected for audit.

General podiatry covers nail surgery, corns and callus care, wound management, orthotic prescription and assessment of gait and footwear. In aged care, podiatrists visit residential homes to manage nail and skin care, reduce falls risk and check feet for changes in circulation and sensation, often seeing many residents in a single visit. High-risk foot services in hospitals and community health centres focus on diabetes-related foot ulcers, peripheral arterial disease and amputation prevention, working closely with doctors and nurses. Sports and biomechanics clinics deal with running injuries and lower limb pain. Some podiatrists split their week between a clinic and aged care or home visits, which involves driving and carrying portable equipment. Experience with sterilisation, infection control and digital clinical notes is expected in every setting. When you apply, list the procedures you are confident with, especially nail surgery and wound care.

Podiatrists employed in private clinics, aged care, disability services and private hospitals are commonly covered by the Health Professionals and Support Services Award [MA000027]. The award sets minimum rates by health professional level, together with overtime, penalty rates, allowances and leave. Podiatrists in public hospitals and community health services are generally employed under state or territory enterprise agreements. In private clinics, some employers pay a percentage of billings, which must still meet award minimums for employees. Visiting aged care podiatrists are sometimes engaged as contractors, who are not covered by the award, so check whether an offer is employment or a contract. We do not quote pay figures, because they depend on the instrument, level and arrangement. Check minimum award rates with the Fair Work Ombudsman's Pay Calculator, and ask how travel between sites is paid before you accept.

Registration: Podiatry Board of Australia (via Ahpra). Registration is required before practising or using the title podiatrist. Overseas-qualified podiatrists are usually assessed by ANZPAC first.

Pay and conditions: usually the Health Professionals and Support Services Award [MA000027] or an enterprise agreement. Check current minimum rates with the Fair Work Pay Calculator.

Award rates: Podiatrist salary in Australia: what the award sets.

ANZSCO: 252611 Podiatrist