General Practitioner

Greater Western Aboriginal Corporation Health Service; Katoomba; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Salary Packaging

Professional development

Leadership opportunities

Culturally inclusive workplace

Job summary

Greater Western Aboriginal Corporation Health Service (GWAHS) is seeking an experienced General Practitioner for a full-time role based in our Katoomba clinic, NSW. You will deliver patient-centred healthcare, focusing on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Qualified candidates will hold MBBS or equivalent, be AHPRA registered, and have Fellowship with RACGP/ACRRM or equivalent. A driver licence and Working with Children Check are part of compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification required.
• Current AHPRA registration.
• Fellowship with RACGP/ACRRM or recognised equivalent.
• Demonstrated cultural awareness and ability to engage Aboriginal communities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive general practice services including preventative care and chronic disease management.
• Conduct Aboriginal Health Assessments and develop care plans.
• Provide culturally safe, holistic healthcare and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Cultural awareness

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

MBBS or equivalent

AHPRA registration

Fellowship RACGP/ACRRM or equivalent

Job description

Greater Western Aboriginal Corporation Health Service – Katoomba NSW

Greater Western Aboriginal Health Service (GWAHS) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation committed to empowering Aboriginal people to take control of their health and wellbeing through culturally safe, holistic, and community-led care.

We deliver a range of clinical and community programs across Western Sydney, Nepean, and the Blue Mountains.

About the Role

GWAHS is seeking an experienced and culturally responsive General Practitioner to join our dedicated Clinical Services team. This is a full-time opportunity, primarily based at our Katoomba clinic.

This role offers the opportunity to deliver comprehensive, patient-centred healthcare while contributing to improved health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families and communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive general practice services, including preventative healthcare, chronic disease management, acute care and ongoing patient support.
• Conduct Aboriginal Health Assessments (715 Health Checks), develop care plans and implement Enhanced Primary Care initiatives to support improved patient outcomes.
• Provide culturally safe, respectful and holistic healthcare that considers the individual, family and community needs of patients.
• Work collaboratively with clinical staff, allied health professionals and community programs to ensure coordinated and continuous patient care.
• Contribute to the planning, delivery and evaluation of primary healthcare programs and services.
• Maintain accurate, timely and confidential clinical records in accordance with professional and organisational standards.
• Participate in clinical quality improvement initiatives, professional development and organisational activities that support improved Aboriginal health outcomes.

About You

We are looking for a compassionate, experienced and motivated General Practitioner who is committed to delivering high-quality healthcare and building meaningful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or an equivalent recognised medical qualification.
• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Vocational Recognition through Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP), Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM), or a recognised equivalent.
• Demonstrated cultural awareness, sensitivity and understanding of Aboriginal culture, history and contemporary health challenges.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships with patients, colleagues and community members.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• A commitment to continuous professional development, clinical excellence and culturally safe healthcare.

Compliance Requirements

• Current NSW Driver Licence
• Current Working with Children Check
• National Police Check
• Previous experience in an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO)
• Experience using Best Practice

What We Offer

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in Aboriginal health outcomes
• Supportive and culturally inclusive workplace
• Professional development and leadership opportunities
• Generous Salary Packaging

For further information please contact:

People & Culture

Greater Western Aboriginal Health Service (GWAHS)

GWAHS is committed to providing a culturally safe, inclusive and respectful workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.