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General Practitioner - WAMS - Walgett

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  • Bring your clinical skills to a passionate medical service in a beautiful remote community!
  • Package benefits include salary circa $370,000& subsidised housing!
  • Multiple full-time positions available with host of benefits!

Walgett Aboriginal Medical Service - Empowering community, health and identity

WAMS not only provides healthcare: it helps educate and support Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people in the community to care for their own health and improve their wellbeing, with many initiatives to help make healthy living more accessible. Their Healthy for Life program includes a market garden where clients and the community can have access to fresh fruit and vegetables grown on-site.

Services offered include public health, family health, sexual health, dental health, mental health and GP Clinical Services and a range of health programs, including drug and alcohol and limited health-related transport services.

WAMS have invested in state-of-the-art facilities that many urban locations lack. Staff and community members have access to a children's services area and a gymnasium, as well as a modern Chronic Diseases Building.

Be part of a multi-cultural team, live in a welcoming small town, and join a long-standing organisation that has been the life-breath of the Walgett community for more than 35 years.

About the Opportunity

WAMS now has an exciting opportunity for multiple General Practitioners to join their team on a full-time basis in Walgett, NSW.

In this pivotal role within the organisation, you will be reporting to the Senior Medical Officer and responsible for providing quality healthcare to the Walgett community & WAMS' clients, along with practicing in outreach clinics when required.

Some of your key duties will include (but will not be limited to):

  • Coordinating & Managing appointments & case load;
  • Overseeing immunisation role out within the community;
  • Participation in the weekly GP rotating roster;
  • Practicing in outreach clinics when required; and
  • Conducting health assessments & assisting with the management of Chronic Diseases.

About You

To be considered for this position you will be a qualified AHPRA Vocationally Registered GP. Previous experience working in a rural environment & Aboriginal Health Services is preferred however not essential provided you are open minded, possessing resilience, understanding, and a desire to engage with the community and its cultural needs.

The position involves a significant degree of independent duties in conjunction with working with other GP's & WAMS workers. As such, you must be comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team, and be confident in your ability to oversee an array of key responsibilities.

Someone who has experience in areas such as mental health or other specialties will be highly regarded, although, the most important attribute is a GP with an understanding of the community and Aboriginal medical services.

WAMS is looking for an empathetic, compassionate and responsible individual with an understanding of remote culture and willingness to be a part of a close community.

People who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are encouraged to apply.

Please note: You will need need to have or be willing to obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children clearances along with an unrestricted Australian Drivers License.

About the Benefits

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and passionate GP to tackle a challenging and rewarding role with a long-standing organisation that contributes to the social and economic growth of the Walgett community.

The role will help you advance your career by allowing you to develop your skills in a remote location & by providing you with experiences and learnings that you wouldn't normally encounter in suburban areas.

Upon joining WAMS, you'll become part of an organisation that not only provides healthcare, but that helps educate and support Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people in the community to care for their own health and improve their wellbeing.

In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with an attractive salary package circa $370,000 (commensurate with skills and experience).

In addition, you will have access to the following benefits:

  • Subsidised modern accommodation close to the clinic and community centre;
  • 4 weeks annual leave;
  • Salary sacrificing up to $15,000 per year;
  • Pool vehicle for work use; and
  • $5000 Rural Doctors Network tax-free payment after 12 months in the role.

In addition, whether you’re a doctor in the clinic, a health worker visiting people in their homes, or a gardener working in the community garden, you have the opportunity to up-skill and progress your career, with the resources to actually make a difference.

If you are looking to advance your career with an influential Aboriginal health organisation - Apply Now!

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