Primary Health Care Quality Facilitator

RGIT Australia; Alice Springs; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Up to 6 weeks annual leave (pro rata)

Interstate/remote travel opportunities

Job summary

Purple House in Alice Springs is seeking a Primary Health Care Quality Facilitator to drive quality improvement in remote health services and improve patient outcomes. You will review PHC policies, establish audit processes, oversee clinical equipment quality, and collaborate with the Clinical Governance group and multidisciplinary teams.

Relocation support, up to 6 weeks leave pro rata, interstate/remote travel opportunities, and a salary commensurate with experience (A$109,560–A$116,266 per

Qualifications

• Demonstrated clinical experience in primary healthcare or remote settings.
• Experience in quality improvement, clinical governance, auditing, or accreditation.
• Strong knowledge of infection prevention and control.
• Excellent policy development and documentation skills.
• Strong communication and facilitation with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to travel to remote communities.
• Commitment to culturally safe healthcare practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain PHC-specific policies and procedures and review regularly.
• Establish audit processes to monitor adherence and effectiveness.
• Quality control of clinical equipment and resources.
• Participate in quality improvement projects and governance groups.
• Lead regular clinical team meetings for case discussions and education.
• Support staff performance and professional development.
• Collaborate with PHC Manager to align with strategic goals.
• Assist with clinical workload as required.

Skills

Clinical experience

Quality improvement

Infection control

Policy development

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Relevant health qualification

Health care management experience

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

Alice Springs, Northern Territory 0870, Australia • A$109,560 - A$116,266

Full-time Permanent Associate

Posted 27 Aug 2026

Description

About Purple House:

Our mission is to improve the lives of people with renal failure, reunite families and reduce the impact of kidney disease in our communities. We are run by Aboriginal people for Aboriginal people and work to provide culturally appropriate dialysis services in remote communities, helping people to get home to country and family.

All employees are expected to carry out their work in accordance with the values of Western Desert Nganampa Waltja Palyantjaku Tjutaku (Purple House) which are:

• We will ensure that Walytja (family), Tjukurrpa (dreaming), Ngurra (Country) and Kuunyi (compassion) are central to all that we do and say
• We will be strong, clever, brave and determined to make life better for our people
• We will think deeply,plan wisely and take action to support patient agency, enhance wellbeing and maintain dignity
• We will share our experiences and knowledge with others so that we all can learn
• We will foster understanding and respect between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples
• We will embed quality and safety in all we do and say
• We will work sustainably and actively respond to the impacts of climate change

Summary:

The Primary Health Care Quality Facilitator plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality of health care services in Alice Springs. This position involves collaborating with health care teams to implement quality improvement initiatives, ensuring compliance with health standards, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The facilitator will contribute to the overall effectiveness of health care delivery, ultimately improving patient outcomes in the community.

Position Functions:

• Maintain responsibility for regularly reviewing and updating PHC-specific clinical policies and procedures, in line with best practice.
• Establish audit processes to monitor adherence to and effectiveness of current PHC-specific policies and procedures. This relates to areas such as clinical practice, equipment management, and infection control.
• Maintain responsibility for quality control of clinical equipment and resources (including consumables).
• Partake in specific quality improvement projects, as directed by the PHC manager, or the Purple House senior management team.
• Partake in and contribute to the Clinical Governance working group (meeting quarterly)
• Maintain responsibility for facilitating regular meetings with the clinical team, to provide an opportunity for discussions regarding patient case management, areas for improvement, and education requirements.
• In conjunction with the PHC manager, work with individual members of the clinical team to support their performance and reach self-identified professional goals.
• Work closely with the PHC Manager to ensure a collaborative approach to supporting staff deliver care in line with the organisation’s strategic goals

Assist with clinical workload and day-to-day tasks when required

About You

• Demonstrated clinical experience in primary healthcare, remote healthcare, community health, or a similar setting.
• Experience in quality improvement, clinical governance, auditing, and/or accreditation processes.
• Sound knowledge of infection prevention and control principles, clinical risk management, and best practice standards.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to review, develop, and implement policies, procedures, and quality systems.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to support, educate, and mentor clinical staff.
• The ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and build positive working relationships.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and implementing improvements.
• A commitment to continuous learning and supporting others to achieve professional goals.
• Understanding of and commitment to culturally safe healthcare practices, particularly when working with Aboriginal communities.
• Current driver's licence and willingness to travel to remote communities as required.

Qualifications:

• A relevant qualification in health care, nursing, or a related field.
• Experience in quality improvement or health care management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.

What We Offer

• Attractive salary with 12% super plus generous salary packaging options
• Permanent part-time opportunity with up to 6 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
• Supportive and values-driven organisation
• Relocation support for eligible applicants
• Interstate and remote travel opportunities
• Competitive salary under the WDNWPT Aboriginal Corporation EA – Clinical (Non-Dialysis) - Level 2 classification

No Agencies Please

Applications close on 28 September 2026.

We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.