Working in collaboration with an established medical team and reporting to the Senior Medical Officer, you will be responsible for supporting safe, quality, trauma informed primary healthcare services in the context of Aboriginal Community control, participation and ownership.

Generously supported by a capable team of Indigenous Health Workers and Nurses, you will provide comprehensive initial and continuing care across all age groups and levels of acuity. In the course of your work, you will commit to the quality of ‘health partnerships’ capable of building trust with patients, shared decision making and improved quality and continuity of care. 

Assisted by a dedicated Medical Reception Team, you will be required to maintain accurate patient medical histories including upkeep of medical records and specialist referrals.

You will be an experienced Fellowed Medical Practitioner (FRACGP/ FACRRM), registered with the Medical Board of Australia. You will be skilled in comprehensive and culturally appropriate care and offer a good knowledge of the Medicare Benefits Schedule and Medicare compliance.

A working knowledge of the overlap of health risk factors (risky alcohol consumption, high blood pressure, overweight and obesity status, inadequate diet, physical inactivity, and smoking) and the social determinants of health and wellbeing (including schooling and post-school qualification, employment, housing adequacy, and household income) are a requirement of the role. 

To be successful, you will have an awareness of the influence of key factors on Indigenous health and wellbeing including cultural identity, family and kinship, country and caring for country, language, knowledge and beliefs, the participation in cultural activities, and access to traditional lands.

Exceptional organisational and time management skills are a requirement of the role, and a passion for delivering person-centred care to patients often presenting with complex care needs is essential.

 Your rewards

• Competitive salary enhanced by comprehensive salary packing benefits designed to increase take-home pay and decrease personal income tax.

• Generous leave arrangements revolving around an 18 working-day month and including 5 weeks' annual leave, study leave, birthday leave, as well as ‘special’ public holidays additional to gazetted public holidays.

• Family-friendly hours limited to clinic opening times with no weekends.

• Travel allowance to assist with your daily commute.

• Cultural and organisational orientation.

• Strong ACCHS leadership and professional development opportunities.

Please provide your resume and covering letter. Applications received after Friday 19 April 2024 may not be considered.

The Adult Health Registered Nurse position is responsible for the delivery of patient care and services that are aligned to the ACCHO model of comprehensive primary health care, to a standard that achieves prevention, early detection, and best-practice management of health conditions within the Community.

Care coordination including community outreach services, pre-clinic screening and triage, patient caseload management, referrals, handovers, recalls, and case conferences, are key responsibilities within the scope of this position.

Skills and experience

AHPRA registration and a commitment to complying with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Competencies, Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct for Nurses in Australia. 

A demonstrated knowledge of the health determinants faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples will underpin your commitment. Proven experience in applying this knowledge within a community setting will be highly regarded.

In support of Gurriny Yealamucka's culture of cooperation, productivity and safety, you will be highly motivated to share your knowledge and expertise to support continuous quality improvement in clinical services. 

In the true spirit of teamwork, you will also be willing and able to contribute to the capability development of your peers, students, graduates, junior nurses, and health workers.

Other position requirements

• Availability during clinic hours: 8am-4.30pm, Monday to Friday.
• Commitment to maintaining ongoing CPR certification.
• Current Queensland drivers licence.

Please provide your resume and covering letter. Applications received after Wednesday 24 April 2024 may not be considered.

Skills and experience

You will hold current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse and must have a strong commitment to the principles of holistic and person-centred healthcare.

To be successful, a minimum of five (5) years varied experience in senior positions within an Aboriginal community-controlled setting is a requirement. A sound understanding of and commitment to the principles of Aboriginal community control, cultural identity, practices, and beliefs is essential.

In support of Gurriny Yealamucka's culture of cooperation, productivity, and safety, you will be highly motivated to share your knowledge and expertise to support continuous quality improvement in clinical services. 

In the true spirit of teamwork, you will also be willing and able to contribute to the capability development of your peers, students, graduates, junior nurses, and health workers.

Demonstrated knowledge of the health determinants faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and proven experience in applying this knowledge when working within an Indigenous community will be highly regarded.

Essential Selection Criteria

1. Understanding of and commitment to the principles of Aboriginal community control, cultural identity, practices and beliefs.
2. Demonstrated ability to provide clinical leadership within a primary health care setting, including experience in multidisciplinary team supervision and development.
3. Proven ability to manage funded health programs including associated operational, contractual, and reporting outcomes and requirements.
4. High level of clinical knowledge of best practices in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of ARF and RHD.
5. Interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills capable of influencing outcomes, including the ability to communicate effectively and credibly within an Indigenous Community setting.
6. Agreement with and commitment to observing and upholding organisational mission, vision, and values and their application to this position

Other position requirements

• Availability during clinic hours: 8am-4.30pm, Monday to Friday.
• Evidence of full COVID-19 vaccination.
• Commitment to maintain ongoing CPR certification.
• Current Queensland drivers licence.

Please provide your resume and covering letter. Applications received after Sunday 28 April 2024, may not be considered.

Leading the Child Health program, you will utilise established care plans and a multidisciplinary health team approach to coordinating and delivering high quality, child health care and services that aligns with the ACCHO model of comprehensive PHC, to standards that comply with clinical policy and RACGP accreditation requirements. The position works closely with early childhood centres, schools, and government agencies involved with child health and child protection.

You will work in collaboration with experienced and supportive health and clinical teams to provide culturally sensitive, evidenced-based nursing care and services. You will lead the delivery of high quality, family-centred child health care that promotes and protects the health of families with children up to 16 years. In the course of your work (at either one of our two clinics or in the patient's own home), you will engage patients and their families through a style of positive health promotion that fosters a sense of personal control, encourages healthy lifestyles, and supports the principles of preventative health.

Skills and experience

You will hold current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse and must have a strong commitment to the principles of culturally sensitive healthcare within a community-controlled setting. 

A demonstrated knowledge of the health determinants faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples will underpin your commitment. Proven experience in applying this knowledge within a community setting will be highly regarded.

In support of Gurriny's culture of cooperation, productivity and safety, you will be highly motivated to share your knowledge and expertise to support continuous quality improvement in clinical services. 

In the true spirit of teamwork, you will also be willing and able to contribute to the capability development of your peers, students, graduates, junior nurses, and health workers.

Other position requirements

• Availability during clinic hours: 8am-4.30pm, Monday to Friday.
• Commitment to maintaining ongoing CPR certification.
• Current Queensland drivers licence.

Please email employment@gyhsac.org.au for any questions about the role or selection process.  Alternatively, call (07) 4226 4142 between 8.30am and 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.

Please provide your resume and covering letter. Applications received after Monday 6 May 2024 may not be considered.