Aboriginal and Torres Islander Health Practitioner (Biloela)

Queensland Government; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing Professional Development and E

Flexible Work-Life Balance

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Queensland Government seeks an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioner for Biloela Hospital to deliver culturally responsive care in a multidisciplinary team. You will develop health and case management plans, connect with community voices, and mentor trainee practitioners to build cultural confidence among staff.

You will educate and lead health promotion programs, promoting safe practice and strong workplace values aligned with Queensland Health.

Qualifications

• Hold current registration as an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioner with the ATSIHPBA (AHPRA), plus a Diploma in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care or equivalent.
• Bring strong local cultural knowledge, practice with cultural respect and safety, and confidently share knowledge through cultural awareness support and training for health staff.
• Have experience delivering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care to individuals and families, focusing on quality and continually improving services.
• Be confident working with different people and communication styles, using health information and Telehealth systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally responsive care within a multidisciplinary team.
• Develop healthcare and case management plans for clients on their health journey.
• Build relationships with community and ensure their voices influence service delivery.
• Educate, lead and inspire through health promotion and education programs, promoting safe, high-quality practice.

Skills

Cultural awareness

Communication

Community engagement

Education

Diploma in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care or equivalent

ATSIHPBA (AHPRA) registration

Tools

Telehealth systems

Health information systems

Job description

About us:Biloela Hospital supports the Biloela and Banana region with hospital, specialist and Telehealth services , helping make quality healthcare more accessible, wherever you live.We're also proud to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing by listening to our communities, understanding what matters most, and working together to deliver equitable, culturally responsive care for everyone.About the role:Connect and care. Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide culturally responsive care, develop healthcare and case management plans, and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients on their health journey.Connect with community. Build strong relationships with community members and help make sure their voices are heard in the way health services are delivered.Share knowledge and grow. Support other health professionals to build cultural confidence and competence, while mentoring and developing Trainee and emerging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioners.Educate, lead and inspire. Deliver health promotion and education programs, promote safe and high-quality practice, and help create a positive workplace culture through strong role modelling and Queensland Health values.About you:Hold current registration as an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioner with the ATSIHPBA (AHPRA), plus a Diploma in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care or equivalent. (Don't have the Diploma yet? A supported learning pathway may be available.)Bring strong local cultural knowledge, practise with cultural respect and safety, and confidently share your knowledge through cultural awareness support and training for health staff.Have experience delivering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care to individuals and families, with a focus on quality, safe and continually improving services.Be confident working with different people and communication styles, using health information and Telehealth systems, while helping develop programs and services that meet the needs of the community.What we offer:Total remuneration value of up to $140,636 p.a. is comprised of:An hourly rate between $52.73 - $62.17 p.h.12.75% employer superannuation contribution17.5% leave loadingAdditional Benefits:Ongoing Professional Development and Education OpportunitiesFlexible Work-Life Balance and VarietyGenerous Salary Sacrificing OptionsPaid Parental LeaveEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Discounted Private Health InsuranceFitness PassportVaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.How to apply:To apply, please submit the following:Your current CV or resume, including referees.A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.For assistance:Contact [e-mail] the Job Ad Reference (JAR) BA6I693320Applications close: Sunday, 11 October 2026#BiloelaThis work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.