General Practitioner – Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation – Milingimbi NT

• Exciting prospect for vocationally registered GPs in Milingimbi

• Discover varied work arrangements

• Competitive salary package 

Join Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation (Miwatj Health) and share your expertise as a remote General Practitioner in remote Milingimbi. Join a passionate team devoted to providing outstanding health care in Milingimbi and the surrounding homelands. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact with your skills, in an environment that values your contributions offering a competitive salary and full support every step of the way.

Why Miwatj Health?

Flexibility for your lifestyle: A range of positions on offer to suit your needs, including full time, part time, FIFO, and fixed-term placements.

Seamless relocation: Whether you’re already in the region or considering a move, Miwatj provides relocation assistance to make your transition smooth.

Collaborative environment: Work alongside external Health Service Providers, enriching your practice and work with a dedicated team to foster a network of professionals committed to community wellbeing.

What’s the role?

• Active participation in the daily clinical and health promotional routines.

• Accepting referrals of patients from other members of the health team.

• Review and follow-up of patients with on-going conditions.

• Use clinical information system (Communicare) to identify care needs, initiate recalls and care plans, and document patient consultation and care.

• Practice according to CARPA guidelines and the Miwatj endorsed protocols for the clinical management of chronic conditions.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary package.

• Comprehensive Leave: Receive annual leave with additional leave loading, Miwatj Annual Leave Travel Assistance, Fares Out Leave, and Compassionate Leave.

• Professional Development: Access opportunities for growth with professional and study leave.

• Supportive Packages: Benefit from mobile phone and car allowances, housing and utility packages, and relocation and repatriation assistance.

• Retention Bonus: Full-time employees may be eligible for a retention bonus, starting at $10,000 (subject to eligibility criteria).

• Access NT PHN/RWA NT relocation and educational grant funding.

• Benefit from the Workforce Incentive Program Doctor Stream (WIP), with payments ranging up to $65K in MM7 locations.

What do you need to apply?

• Current registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA) and Fellow of the RACGP, ACRRM or equivalent.

• Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, values and beliefs.

• Demonstrated skills and ability to communicate sensitively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people from different cultural backgrounds.

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of issues effecting the health and well being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in contemporary society.

• Current Working with Children Clearance notice and undergo a criminal history check.

Want to find out more about this opportunity? Please contact Gemma Williams on 08 8982 1032 or recruitment@ntphn.org.au