Podiatrist - Rural Generalist Pathway (Thursday Island)

Podiatrist - Rural Generalist Pathway | Thursday Island 

Permanent Full Time 

Ready to take your podiatry career somewhere a little different? Think turquoise waters, strong community connections and a change of pace.

Tell me more... If you're looking for a role that will stretch you professionally, ground you personally, and remind you why you chose podiatry in the first place… this might just be the step you didn't know you needed.

This opportunity is for a Podiatrist to join our allied health team at the Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service in the Thursday Island team as a rural generalist. As a graduate podiatrist you will be delivering podiatry clinical services as a member of a multidisciplinary team to stakeholders/customers of Queensland Health.

Whether you're a graduate podiatrist or early in your career, this role offers exceptional development and support. You'll also develop key non-clinical skills including leadership, service planning, education, cultural safety and community engagement.

In this role you have the opportunity to receive enhanced training and development through an Allied Health Rural Generalist training position (https://www.health.qld.gov.au/ahwac/html/rural-remote).

Allied Health Rural Generalist Pathway Package

This is a permanent career opportunity with a 2 – 4 year funded Rural Generalist Pathway education program opportunity (up to 4 years of education depending on career stage)

• Funded rural generalist education program 
• Formal and informal supervision
• Support for service-based project work
• Minimum 8 hours per fortnight dedicated to training and development

Discover more by reading the role description attached.

Ready for a meaningful role that starts with a yarn? Betty Shibasaki, (07) •••• •148 would love to hear your story and answer any questions you may have about the role.

Life on Thursday Island is a little different - and that's exactly the point.

Think island sunsets, turquoise waters and weekends spent fishing, boating or exploring the Torres Strait. You'll experience a rich cultural landscape, strong community connections and a lifestyle that moves at a different pace.

• Stunning tropical surroundings and island views
• Fishing, boating, camping and plenty of opportunities to explore
• Rich Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and traditions
• A close-knit community where your skills and contribution are valued

Leave the traffic behind and discover a career where the views are better, the pace is different and the work genuinely matters.

Salary and Benefits

• Base salary comprising between $80,015 - $116,189 p.a
• Employer superannuation contribution of 12.75%
• 17.5% loading on annual leave
• Professional Development: Our training is recognised as some of the best in the world
• Relocation and accommodation incentives

More information: Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service | Salary and benefits | Careers (health.qld.gov.au) 

Explore more about the region: Torres and Cape HHS| Torres Strait | Cooktown and Cape York (via Tropical North Queensland website)

Follow us: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn

Torres and Cape HHS Values

Courage | Accountability | Respect | Engage

How do I apply?

Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Careers website.

Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.