Podiatrist - Longreach

About the role

North and West Remote Health (NWRH) is recruiting a Podiatrist for Longreach, Queensland, to improve access to healthcare for people in Longreach and surrounding rural and remote communities. The role sits within a supportive multidisciplinary team and offers a varied clinical position with autonomy. The closing date is 31 December 2026.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver podiatry outreach services to surrounding communities, with regular visits and occasional overnight stays; travel, accommodation and meals are covered by NWRH, and time in lieu is supported for after-hours travel.
• Assess, diagnose and treat a broad range of podiatric conditions.
• Provide diabetic foot care and support clients with complex chronic conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and peripheral vascular disease.
• Develop individualised treatment plans and educate clients on prevention.
• Work with GPs, nurses, allied health professionals and community support services.

Required profile

• Current AHPRA registration (or eligibility to obtain it).
• Bachelor of Podiatry or equivalent qualification.
• Current unrestricted Australian C class driver's licence.
• Full Australian working rights.

What we offer

• Salary of $82,858 to $105,893 plus super, depending on qualifications and experience.
• Up to $15,900 salary sacrifice and a $180 per fortnight rental subsidy.
• Initial staff accommodation and an annual flight home after 12 months.
• 5 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% loading, 8 weeks paid parental leave and 3 weeks partner leave.
• Up to 10 days of paid professional development leave each year, external monthly supervision and an Employee Assistance Program.
• $500 recognition of service after two years, and relocation assistance (conditions apply).
• Flexible working options including part-time, compressed hours, job sharing and flexible start and finish times.