At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver high-quality clinical services and promote health education in a supportive team.
- Company: Wurli Wurlinjang Health Service, dedicated to community health and wellbeing.
- Benefits: Generous leave, salary sacrifice options, and relocation assistance for eligible applicants.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team and enjoy excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in Aboriginal health while developing your skills in diverse clinical settings.
- Qualifications: Must have Certificate IV in Aboriginal Health Care and AHPRA registration.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 $ per year.
Registered Aboriginal Health Practitioner
Wurli Wurlinjang Health Service prides itself on delivering a range of health services to the community in a style and manner that makes clients feel welcome and comfortable.
Wurli operates a range of clinics and provides a range of primary health care and other services which include main clinic (acute and general care), Gudbinji Chronic Disease Clinic, Binjari Health Centre, Women and Children's Health and Men's Health.
Wurli has a range of positions available in our multi-disciplinary team for Registered Aboriginal Health Practitioners who have clinical experience and are keen to make a difference.
The role of an Aboriginal Health Practitioner at Wurli encompasses delivering safe, high-quality clinical services, patient care, health promotion and education as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Clinical service may include, but are not limited to
- Health Screening
- Providing treatment in accordance with CARPA protocols
- Assist clients to make informed decision about their health management
- Contribute to patient care plans
- Administering Immunisations
- Eye Health Care
- Ear Health Care
- Diabetes Health care
- Oral Health Care
- Sexual Health
The positions available incorporate the opportunity to work in a range of clinical environments and develop skills and knowledge in specialised areas of primary health care service.
Our Aboriginal Health Practitioners use the Communicare patient information system to identify care needs and document patient consultation in patient's medical file and bring to the organisation a high level of cultural authority which assists Doctors and other health professionals with communication, treatment and any advice relevant to a client's treatment.
Key features of the role
- The positions available are primarily clinical roles (requiring a Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care and a current AHPRA registration)
- Requires some travel to local communities to assist educate, prevent and facilitate care
- Integral member of multidisciplinary team
- Opportunity to work in a range of clinical areas and programs
Summary of terms and conditions of employment
- An ordinary working week of 37.5 hours; Monday to Friday
- Salary sacrifice arrangements are available
- Relocation assistance (available for *eligible applicants)
- Short term assistance with accommodation (available for *eligible applicants)
• Other benefits include
- six weeks annual leave plus leave loading per annum
- one weeks paid special leave per annum
- 15 days personal leave per annum
- 10 days study leave after completing one year of service
Applicants must be fully registered as ATSI Primary Health Practitioner with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and have a Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care.
Registered Aboriginal Health Practitioner in Katherine employer: Wurli-Wurlinjang Health Service
Wurli-Wurlinjang Health Service offers a supportive work environment focused on delivering culturally appropriate health services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Employees benefit from professional development opportunities and are part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to improving community health outcomes. The organization values strong connections with the community, fostering a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.
Contact Details:
Wurli-Wurlinjang Health Service Recruitment Team
