Chief Executive Officer (Remote Health Service)
Job No:
64922
Location:
Ampilatwatja community, 350km NE of Alice Springs, NT
- This is a unique opportunity to work with Indigenous communities in the spectacular remote Northern Territory!
- Exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse with Health Management experience to take the next step in their career
- Excellent remuneration package circa $140,000 plus fully furnished housing, relocation assistance, salary sacrifice options and repatriation assistance!
- Enjoy generous leave provisions of 6 weeks per year and 3 weeks remote leave!
About the Organisation
The Ampilatwatja Health Centre Aboriginal Corporation (AHCAC) is an Aboriginal community controlled health service located off the Sandover Highway some 350 kms NE of Alice Springs. Traditional culture is very strong and the community is governed by the traditional owners.
The Ampilatwatja Health Centre Aboriginal Corporation is a primary health care service, which also provides a 24-hour emergency service and is accessible to residents from Ampilatwatja, Irrultja, Atnwengerrp and Welere and other peoples passing through the region. The Health Centre provides primary health care service to approximately 650 people who live in the region.
There are three out-stations, with the main ones being Irrultja and Atnwengerrp located approximately 60kms and 20kms respectively from Ampilatwatja. The people of Ampilatwatja form part of the Alywarr nation with the local Aboriginal language being spoken by the majority of the community.
About the Opportunity
The Ampilatwatja Health Centre Aboriginal Corporation has an opportunity for a Chief Executive Officer (Remote Health Service) to join their team of dedicated health professionals working across the Ampilatwatja community.
Working closely with the Board, this role will be responsible for the efficient management and administration of all aspects of the Health Centre's operation to ensure high quality service delivery to the community.
More specifically, your duties will include (but not be limited to):
- Managing service delivery that is timely and within budget;
- Ensuring effective operation on a day-to-day basis;
- Managing staff, including doctors, nurses and other health workers;
- Meeting with and reporting to the Board on a regular basis;
- Undertaking the financial administration of the Centre, including liaising with funding providers;
- Progressing the development, implementation and evaluation of the Centre's agreed regional model of health service;
- Collaborating with the local peoples regarding the current and future requirements for community services; and
- Developing continuous quality improvement activities.
This position will also be required to participate in a shared after-hours on-call emergency roster so a flexible approach will be required.
AHCAC is looking for an experienced Registered Nurse with registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulatory Agency (AHPRA). This will be coupled with experience in health management (including financial management) and the supervision of staff. A background in Aboriginal Primary Health and a demonstrated understanding of the principles of primary health care and their application in a remote setting will be essential to your success. While not essential, tertiary qualifications in management and experience in clinical/medical practice management will be highly regarded.
Applicants will posses demonstrated experience in working with a Board and an understanding of governance requirements in the Aboriginal community-controlled sector. Experience in managing a small primary health care clinic in a remote setting is also desirable.
Highly developed cross-cultural communication skills and a willingness to take cultural advice from Aboriginal staff and Board members will be necessary, as will your ability to keep a cool head under pressure. You will be confident in analytical thinking and in making informed decisions in a remote location.
Leading by example, you will be consultative and open-minded in your approach and will roll up your sleeves to get tasks done. Additionally, you will have well-developed report writing skills, sound computer skills and experience with patient database systems, supported by your excellent written and verbal communication skills.
In this role, a current manual NT driver's licence (or ability to obtain one) and the ability to drive a manual vehicle is essential. Experience in off-road driving or willingness to undertake such training is advantageous as well.
A current Ochre Card (Working With Children Clearance), or Temporary Exemption Notice, is required before commencing in this role.
(Please note: You can apply for an Ochre card online via http://www.
Please note you will be living and working in an alcohol and drug free community, so it is essential candidates are comfortable with this environment.
For a detailed position description, please click here.
About the Benefits
If you are looking for a change of routine, a change of lifestyle or a new adventure, this is the role for you. You will see and experience more of Australia's real outback than most people ever will — and get paid to do it!
This is a unique opportunity to enhance your cultural knowledge as you work in a community governed by Traditional Owners.
Ampilatwatja Health Centre Aboriginal Corporation is an organisation that truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. You will enjoy the support of a dedicated team of Registered Nurses and GPs and have access to the Royal Flying Doctors Service.
While you will face diverse new challenges in this role, you will also enjoy generous leave conditions with 6 weeks leave per year and three weeks remote leave giving you the flexibility to explore the magnificent region in your free time!
This is a highly attractive opportunity for someone with a desire to make a difference in Aboriginal health!
You will be rewarded with an attractive salary of $140,000, plus a range of further benefits, including access to a vehicle for work purposes (with reasonable personal use), mobile phone, laptop, salary sacrifice options, professional development leave, fully furnished shared accommodation provided for $55 a week (including electricity, water and gas), relocation assistance and repatriation assistance back to the capital city of recruitment.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, advance your career and enhance your cultural knowledge in a stunning outback location. Make a positive difference - Apply Now!