Description:
About the role:Encara's Allied Health team is rapidly expanding. We are looking for an Allied Health Assistants with a special interest in Podiatry. The Podiatry Allied Health Assistant role is based in the residential aged care setting, attending to general foot and nail care as referred by a Podiatrist or Registered Nurse. The role is aimed at supporting Encara’s podiatry team to deliver consistent podiatry care for residents. This role is based out of Toowoomba.
What your role will include in Residential Aged Care:
- Basic foot and nail care for residents;
- Treating common foot disorders and applying dressings;
- Working within a multi-disciplinary team at the facility, such as Registered Nurses and Care Managers, along with Encara’s Clinical Podiatry team; and
- Documentation of clinical notes following each treatment.
Encara (encompassing care) specialises in providing allied health services to the Aged Care, Home Care & NDIS sectors. Since 2004, Encara has been dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of Australia's most vulnerable individuals.
Perks of Joining Encara:
- Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle.
- Comprehensive induction and training programs.
- Access to education initiatives for continuous professional development.
- Annual CPD valued at over $4000.
- Travel opportunities across Australia (excluding Northern Territory).
- Discounted private health insurance and shopping through our portal.
- Relocation allowance available if applicable.
- Refer a friend and receive a bonus up to $500!
Required credentials:
- Minimum Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Podiatry specialty preferred);
- National Police Check;
- NDIS Worker Screening Check; and
- COVID and Flu Vaccinations.
All applicants must hold or be eligible to hold Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Podiatry specialty preferred), Covid-19 vaccinations, willing to undergo a police check and NDIS Worker Screening Check. Must also be willing to complete a online Foot, Skin and Nail course before starting.
For more information please contact our People & Talent team: careers@encara.com.au
24 Apr 2025;
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