• Based in Taranaki, New Zealand
• Permanent, full-time role (1.0 FTE)
• An exciting opportunity for an experienced clinician to help lead best practice in diabetes foot care
• Be part of a vibrant team committed to client-centred care

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the role

The Taranaki Foot Protection Service (FPS) has an exciting vacancy for a Diabetes Podiatrist. This varied and dynamic role supports service users across the Taranaki district, focusing on reducing avoidable amputations and unplanned admissions for those with High-risk Diabetes foot health; and increasing accessibility and equity across the rohe.

As the Advanced Clinician in Podiatry, you will provide clinical leadership for the podiatry and foot protection services, playing a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and effectiveness of the Taranaki Foot Protection Service. With a strong focus on equity, improved foot health outcomes, system performance, and clinical quality, you will lead sector-wide initiatives, apply evidence-based clinical practice, and build strong relationships across the diabetes workforce. Working collaboratively with a network of health providers committed to improving health outcomes and equity for people living with diabetes and their whānau.

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About the Service

The FPS are driven to provide high-standard podiatry, education and support for the communities we work in. The FPS connects patients and whānau with multiple providers and works as an essential part of the Diabetes Integrated Team, who oversee a progressive model of care spanning primary, secondary, iwi and community; MDT meetings and clinics bringing specialists together for improved patient outcomes.

For more information on living and working in Taranaki, click here.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will need (or be eligible to get) the following:

• A relevant graduate and post-graduate qualification
• Registration with the New Zealand Podiatry Board and have a current Annual Practicing Certificate
• Demonstrate previous leadership experience with minimum six years clinical experience, including management of diabetic population and clinical leadership
• Experience in implementing Te Tiriti o Waitangi in action
• A current, full New Zealand driver's licence

About Taranaki

• Do you want to work for an employer known for their focus on employee wellness?
• Would you like to work with a passionate and innovative team?
• Join us on the slopes of Taranaki Maunga!

New Plymouth was named the most liveable city, for a population between 75,000-150,000, by the International Awards for Liveable Communities.

Taranaki boasts some of New Zealand's most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities. The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks. Taranaki is a place where you can ski and surf in the same day. For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks (bush, coastal or mountain) as well as art trails, festivals and award-winning museums and galleries and a thriving cafe culture.

To learn more about Taranaki, click here.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki is a large organisation (2,400 staff) operating in the exciting, changing Health sector to a population of 116,600 people.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to apply

To apply please click 'apply now'. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Brenda Szabo [email protected]

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website.