• Are you a passionate GP looking to make a valuable difference in a warm and welcoming community? Sponsorship opportunities available!
• Work closely with a range of specialists to treat the full health spectrum of health needs in our modern clinic and through community outreach.
• Total employment package circa $400,000 including an attractive salary plus a huge range of benefits to significantly improve your remuneration, including provision of housing and all utilities, relocation assistance, flights and more!

Ord Valley Aboriginal Health Service

At Ord Valley Aboriginal Health Service (OVAHS), we provide comprehensive Primary Health Care services to Aboriginal people in the East Kimberley region of Western Australia. With a holistic approach that includes a high standard of service delivery and the promotion of social justice, we empower individuals, families, and communities to make positive changes for their health and wellbeing.

We are connected and accountable to the communities we serve. We are governed by Aboriginal community leaders. We deliver services in culturally safe ways, bringing the best of medical and cultural expertise to achieve positive health outcomes. Working with and responding to Aboriginal communities is central to what we do. We know that we provide a fulfilling and stimulating work environment in a diverse range of areas for those seeking an exciting career in Indigenous Health! If you are a quality GP looking to make a valuable difference then this is the opportunity for you!

Your Role

We are looking for a full-time General Practitioner based in Kununurra, WA.

As a General Practitioner at OVAHS, you will report to the Senior Medical Officer and play a vital role in delivering comprehensive and culturally sensitive healthcare services to the Aboriginal community.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Delivering high-quality primary healthcare services including diagnosis, treatment, and management of medical conditions
• Demonstrating cultural sensitivity and respect for Aboriginal traditions and practices in healthcare delivery
• Managing chronic diseases and implementing evidence-based interventions to improve health outcomes
• Developing and delivering health promotion programs and educating patients on preventive measures and healthy lifestyle choices
• Working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to provide integrated care
• Advocating for the health rights and needs of the Aboriginal community and contributing to policy development
• Participating in continuous quality improvement activities and supporting the effectiveness of the quality management system
• Upholding the organisation's mission, values, and promoting a positive workplace culture

To read the full position description, please click here.

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What You Need 

To be considered for this position you must be a Vocationally Registered GP (FRACGP, FACRRM, or equivalent) or RACGP/ACRRM Fellowship or assessed by RACGP, ACCRM or RHW as requiring Level 2-4 supervision, is essential.

Importantly, you will be committed to providing culturally sensitive healthcare and demonstrate an interest in working closely with Aboriginal communities, to understand their health issues and work with them to find solutions. Experience working in Aboriginal or remote communities would be greatly beneficial, but not essential. 

Please Note: A current Australian ‘C’ Class driver’s license or equivalent, and Federal Police clearance and Working With Children Check are essential role requirements.

Perks of the role

We are an organisation that truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. We offer a stable, safe and supportive work environment with a large, multi-disciplinary team including doctors, nurses, Aboriginal Health Practitioners, and a social support unit. We host and work with an audiologist, dietician, optometrist, psychiatrist, mental health workers and more!

A total employment package is on offer circa $400,000*, commensurate with qualifications and experience. This package includes an annual starting salary of $270,000* plus a range of benefits to significantly increase the value of your overall remuneration package including:

• Sponsorship for candidates outside of Australia
• Paid medical insurance and registration
• Salary packaging options
• No on-call or weekend work
• Quality Staff housing with all utilities included
• Fully maintained 4WD Vehicle with fuel for work and personal use (as per OVAHS Motor Vehicle Policy)
• 5 weeks Annual leave
• Additional two weeks paid leave over the Christmas closure period, inclusive of public holidays
• Generous Study leave and allowance
• RELOCATION ASSISTANCE
• 14% leave loading (paid at the end of 12 months continual service)
• Annual airfare allowance of $1,800 payable on 12 months of continued service
• Public holidays as paid days off
• Sociable hours (Mon-Fri 8 am - 4 pm)

Additionally, working in Kununurra has lifestyle benefits that are unique to the Kimberley Region. With Australia’s most stunning landscapes on your doorstep and an incredible outdoor lifestyle on offer, the Kimberley is the place to be to make the most of life’s adventures.

About Kununurra

As the gateway to Western Australia's magnificent Kimberley region, Kununurra is the heart of a thriving community supported by agriculture, tourism and mining industries. Blessed with a tropical climate, breathtaking scenery, unique flora & fauna and a huge range of adventure & cultural experiences, Kununurra offers a fantastic lifestyle. With breathtaking natural wonder right on your doorstep, Kununurra is the perfect home for anyone who loves the outdoors and wants to experience living in a warm and welcoming community. Located in the East Kimberley, 3200km from Perth and 800km from Darwin, the picturesque town is home to approximately 6,000 people. During the tourist seasons, this swells to approximately 10,000 people. Kununurra has well-developed infrastructure, including a modern hospital, leisure and aquatic centre, shopping centre, airport and specialty shops.

Kununurra is also the perfect base to explore the Kimberley region, one of Australia's most spectacular tourist destinations. Kununurra also offers daily direct flights to Darwin, Broome & Perth. 

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!