The Team

Based in the Devonport region, come and join our supportive team of 8 podiatrists to provide foot health services to the North-West coast of Tasmania, one of the most naturally beautiful parts of the world.  The team works closely with multidisciplinary health professionals to support people living with complex and chronic health conditions, with a strong focus on high‑risk foot care, prevention, and patient‑centred outcomes

The Role

• Deliver a range of foot care services in accordance with the client’s care plan as directed by Podiatrists.
• Work as a member of the podiatry team and within multidisciplinary teams to provide clinical support to Podiatrists.
• Prepare and maintain the clinical environment, including podiatry instruments, equipment and stock.
• Provide general administrative duties related to the podiatry service

You will need

• Willingness to provide clinical foot care services to clients
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment

Fixed term, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from 6 July 2026 until 16 July 2027. 

*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary

$70,033 to $75,114 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Union Wages Agreement 2025

Salary Packaging:

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible. 

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or a relevant qualification in health, aged care or disability services 

• Experience working as an Allied Health Assistant or Podiatry Assistant

• Current Driver’s Licence

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Position Features

• The occupant/s of this position will also be required to travel as directed by the Podiatry Manager to community health centres and other clinical locations in north-west Tasmania

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties: 

• 513909 Podiatry Assistant OHO3 (Mar2026).0003.docx

Application Guide:  

• Applicant Guide.docx

How to apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role 

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Andrew Chappell 

Manager - Podiatry 

Phone: (03) 6478 6146
Email: andrew.chappell@ths.tas.gov.au

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