Our Organisation

Yerrabi Yurwang Child & Family Aboriginal Corporation (Yerrabi) was established in 2019, due to the high unmet health and wellbeing needs of the local Aboriginal Community residing in Canberra’s North-western Ngunnawal region. Yerrabi Yurwang means to ‘walk strong’ and was bestowed upon the organisation by our esteemed and respected Ngunnawal Elder Aunty Agnes Shea OAM, who was also a Founding Board Member of Yerrabi and our Inaugural Patron. In Dec 2024, Yerrabi also established Yerrabi Health in Macquarie ACT, to provide comprehensive Primary Health Services to the high unmet health and wellbeing needs of the local Aboriginal Community.

Yerrabi operates in the Northwest of the Australian Capital Territory, part of the traditional lands of the Ngunnawal People.

Yerrabi is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation (ACCO), which means it is owned and operated by Aboriginal People, for Aboriginal People, and so, we are committed to the principle of Aboriginal self-determination, whereby we seek to engage and empower Aboriginal People and their Families who utilise Yerrabi’s services that align with our Vision Statement, Strategic Priorities, Values and Goals.

Job Description:

• Program: Yerrabi Health
• Hours Per Week: To be advised
• Reports to: Chief Operations Manager
• Probationary Period: 6 months from commencement of employment
• Salary: Negotiable depending on qualifications and experience
• Award: ASMOF and Workplace Agreement
• Excellent salary packaging: plus 11.5% to a nominated Superannuation account
• Ex Gratia Days: at Easter, Christmas including NAIDOC Day, plus Public Holidays

Yerrabi Yurwang Child & Family Aboriginal Corporation is seeking a General Practitioner to join our Yerrabi Health Team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has to improve health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people residing in the Northwest of the Australian Capital Territory, part of the traditional lands of the NgunnawalPeople.

THE ROLE:

At Yerrabi Health we provide comprehensive Primary Health Services to provide competent patient-centred care that addresses health needs and promotes wellness. Such care is based on latest evidence and guidelines and meets legislative requirements. Our team includes dedicated General Practitioners, Registered Nurses, Aboriginal Health Practitioners and Workers, along with visiting specialists, all committed to delivering excellent health and wellbeing care. But we’re not just about treating illnesses.

We understand the importance of family in the healthcare journey. That’s why our services and programs are designed to engage not just individuals, but entire families in the pursuit of better health. We strive to ensure every member of your family is involved in maintaining their overall well-being – social, emotional, physical, and spiritual. Services available at Yerrabi Health include: Chronic Disease Management, Mental Health Care Plans, 715 Aboriginal Health Assessments, Optometry Clinics, Immunisations, Antenatal Care, Acute Illness and Injury Management, Integrated Team Care.

This role also requires the successful applicant to obtain a Community Agency Employee Consent clearance as per ACT Childcare, Youth and Families requirements.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Immediately available, to start as soon as possible.
• Must be a Permanent Resident or Citizen of Australia.
• Registration as a medical practitioner with the Medical Board of Australia.
• Vocational registration (or working towards Vocational Registration in a timely manner).
• Current medical indemnity insurance.
• Sound understanding of Aboriginal health issues, knowledge and culture.
• Demonstrated ability to empathise, work and communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• Demonstrated experience in actively engaging Aboriginal People in the delivery of health services and programs and an understanding of the delivery of wholistic health care to Aboriginal clients.
• Proven ability to successfully arrange, coordinate, promote and deliver GP clinical services.
• Strong organisational skills, ability to multi-task with demonstrated experience in working as a valuable part of a team.
• Familiarity with the use of technology including Medical Director and PracSoft or willing to train in the program to fulfil the responsibilities of the role.
• Demonstrated experience in managing Medicare billing and data collection.
• Well-developed verbal, written and interpersonal communication, including the ability to work successfully in a small team and maintain broad professional networks.

Please note, successful candidates will be required to provide the following mandatory certifications and checks as per ACT Children, Youth & Families requirements:

• Current Driver’s License
• Working with Vulnerable Persons Check (WWVP)
• National Police Check (NPC) - dated within the last 6 months
• Full Drivers History - dated within the last 6 months

DESIRABLE:

• Experience working in the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health sector.

• Demonstrated understanding of key cultural issues influencing practice, patient relationship and needs.
• Experience within a general practice setting.
• Experience with the accreditation process and quality improvement requirements.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

• Be part of a hardworking, good humoured and supportive team.
• Work in an organisation that values its people and promotes a strong sense of belonging.
• Salary packaging.

NEXT STEPS:

QUESTIONS: If you have any questions about this opportunity, contact Joanne Vincent on 0410 632 819 or via email [email protected] using the subject line: VR General Practitioner enquiry via EthicalJobs.

TO APPLY:

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A position description is attached.