At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-quality primary care and conduct fitness assessments for Defence members.
- Company: Join Serco, a leader in delivering essential services to the Defence sector.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, relocation support, and work-life balance with predictable hours.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional development and wellbeing support.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the health of those serving our country without wearing a uniform.
- Qualifications: Must be an unrestricted AHPRA registered GP with at least two years' experience.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Region – Defence Force Recruiting Medical Officer – ACT Health Centre – Full Time ACT, Canberra, ACT Healthcare
Are you a passionate GP with an interest in occupational health? We’re seeking General Practitioners with a special interest in Occupational Medicine to join a highly collaborative team, using clinical judgement to assess health suitability and help recruit the right people for the Australian Defence Force.
What’s On Offer
- Competitive salary - attractive remuneration aligned to experience and market rate
- Relocation support- assistance to move for the role
- Work-life balance - with predictable hours
- Civilian Role- be part of the mission without wearing the uniform
- Progress your learning- Paid CPD leave and reservist/volunteer leave
- Practical Perks -Free on-site parking and uniforms provided
- Wellbeing support- Mental health resources and lifestyle discounts
About ACT Health Centre
Home to the Department of Defence Headquarters, Airforce Headquarters and Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) which is a tri-service military academy. The Health Centre opened mid-2022 and is a large facility. It services approximately 7000 military personnel, including trainee officers from both ADFA and Royal Military College. There is a 24-bed low dependency ward which operates 24/7. Services provided include primary medical, aviation & underwater medical, nursing, dental, mental health, pharmaceutical and physiotherapy. Defence Force Recruitment for medical officers is in addition to health centre roles. Standard hours of operation are generally 0800-1600 Monday to Friday (depending on role requirements and specific craft groups required for weekend and on-call shifts).
What You’ll Do
- Deliver high-quality primary care to Defence members
- Occupational Medicine environment, conducting fitness-for-duty assessments and pre/post-deployment care, in addition to injury management, chronic disease management and preventative health
- Support the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) DFR in the screening and assessment of the health suitability of applicants to join the Australian Defence Force (ADF)
- Provide clear verbal and written advice and recommendations to Defence Force Recruiting Centre (DFRC) medical practitioners regarding applicants’ health suitability
- Make decisions regarding the health suitability of applicants to join the ADF
- Undertake case reviews and prepare findings in the required written format, including responses to requests such as ministerial complaints and internal audits
- Work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary clinical environment where patient wellness is paramount
What You Bring
- Unrestricted AHPRA registration as a General Practitioner FRACGP, FACRRM or Vocational Registration
- Minimum two years’ GP experience in the last five years in a General Practice Setting
- Current CPR certification (HLTAID009)
- Australian Citizenship required (Baseline Security Clearance)
- Commitment to CPD and ethical, patient-centred care
Who We Are
Serco supports governments by delivering essential services across defence, health, justice, maritime and community services. Through our partnership with Bupa, we provide integrated on-base healthcare to Australian Defence Force personnel across 45+ locations.
Interested? Contact Krista Lucre on 0475 958 815 Krista.lucre@serco-ap.com for a confidential chat.
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