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Senior Podiatrist
Podiatry Department - Townsville University Hospital
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Townsville Hospital and Health Service are seeking a Senior Podiatrist to join the team within the Podiatry Department at the Townsville University Hospital on a fixed term temporary full-time basis for 12 months, from 01/02/2027 to 31/01/2028. |
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HP4 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV696426 |
| Closing date | 26-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | TFT, 12 months from 01/02/2027 to 31/01/2028 |
| Contact person | Trent Johnston |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 2998 Access the National Relay Service |
About the work unit:
Townsville Hospital and Health Service Podiatry Department services include:
- Acute In-patient & Emergency Department High Risk Foot services.
- Allied Health Out-patient High Risk Foot Podiatry services.
- Multidisciplinary High Risk Foot services with Vascular and Endocrinology teams.
- Post-acute and hospital avoidance community based High Risk Foot services.
- Multidisciplinary Foot care collaborative hub servicing Townsville, North-west and Mackay Hospital and Health Services.
About your new employer:
Clinical Excellence
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.
Career Growth and Development
We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage
A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $128,169 to $137,918 p.a. (HP3)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
About your opportunity:
The Podiatrist Senior role will be required to deliver high level clinical Podiatry services based on current Best Practice Guidelines to consumers of The Townsville Hospital and Health Service, including clients of Townsville Aboriginal and Islander Health Service, with chronic disease and ‘high risk' feet including amputations, foot ulcerations, peripheral neuropathy, peripheral vascular disease and gross foot deformities.
Requirements:
- Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (if applicable).
- There may be a requirement to travel and deliver services at facilities across and outside Townsville and Hospital Health Service, and work weekends and public holidays on a rostered basis.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
- Probation period may apply.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Interested?
For a confidential discussion please contact: Trent Johnston on (07) 4433 2998.
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV696426
Applications close: Thursday, 26 November 2026.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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