General Practitioner
Job No:
133275
Location:
Halls Creek
- Bring your clinical skills to a passionate organisation with a focus on Aboriginal health!
- Enjoy attractive salary circa $280,000 PLUS super, annual flights & free accommodation!
- Join a passionate Aboriginal Health Service offering huge variety in work and a team of highly skilled health workers
About the Opportunity
Yura Yungi Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation (YYMS) is currently looking for an experienced General Practitioner to join their team. This is a full-time role, based mainly in their Halls Creek clinic, conducting fortnightly clinic at Ringer Soak Community, returning that same day.
Reporting to the Senior Medical Officer, you will be providing patient-centred primary health care addressing the needs of clients and patients at Halls Creek and surrounding remote communities.
More specifically, you will be:
- Providing skilled health assessment, diagnosis and treatment services;
- Providing clinical service to clients within generic or specific chronic disease areas;
- Providing clinical leadership to medical and allied health staff;
- Liaising with relevant clinical staff and other service providers;
- Providing care via home visits and Residential Aged Care visits as requested;
- Assisting with training and mentorship of staff where necessary, particularly to empower and up-skill Aboriginal Health Workers and other staff; and
- Preparing and referring patients for specialist visits.
Please note: Applicants must currently reside within Australia with full Australian working rights.
About You
To be considered for this position you will be recognised by AHPRA as a Registered General Practitioner, with demonstrated post-graduate experience related to remote primary health care and Aboriginal health.
YYMS is looking for candidates who have a genuine passion for improving Aboriginal health, and the ability to effectively build and maintain relationships with the local community.
You will have demonstrated experience working in remote communities, with a strong understanding of health issues in these areas, and the willingness to transfer knowledge and skills to Aboriginal health care workers building their skills and capabilities.
You will need to be able to work both collaboratively, as part of a multidisciplinary team and understand the need for cultural sensitivity working with a diverse team and patients.
Please note: The successful candidate will require a current 'C' class drivers licence, and pass a National Police Clearance prior to commencement.
About the Benefits
YYMS offers the opportunity to work with and gain experience from varied workload, working with new facilities and technology, Aboriginal Health Workers, allied health specialists and more.
Your dedication will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package circa $280,000 (commensurate with experience) plus super and free fully furnished accomodation!
Relocation assistance is negotiable for the right candidate, depending on your needs. You'll also enjoy an additional 2 weeks leave over the Christmas period, annual flights, and access to a vehicle for personal use.
With Australia’s most stunning landscapes on your doorstep and an incredible outdoor lifestyle on offer, the region is a fantastic place to truly make the most of life’s adventures!
This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career and enhance your cultural knowledge in a stunning outback location. Make a positive difference - Apply Now!
About Halls Creek
At the northern edge of the Great Sandy Desert and Tanami Desert, Halls Creek is the gateway to a range of renowned natural attractions and outback drives. Surrounded by stunning landscapes, close to world heritage listed national parks, the town has a rich history and plenty to see and do. Explore the stunning surrounds, take advantage of nearby swimming or fishing opportunities, or relax at the town's fresh water springs.
The Kimberley region is located in the northern part of Western Australia and covers an area three times larger than England. Despite its size, it has only three main towns (Broome, Derby and Kununurra) and a total population of less than 40,000. Access to much of the region is by dirt road, air, or sea, but despite this isolation, visitors come from around the world to see some of the most stunning landscapes Australia has to offer, with majestic canyons, dramatic waterfalls and ancient cave systems, as well as some of the world’s most beautiful beaches and unique marine life.