Rural Remote Team Leader (Registered Nurse/ Aboriginal Health Practitioner)

Anyinginyi-Health-Aboriginal-Corporation; Cairns Regional; Remote; AUD 138,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Subsidised accommodation

Six weeks annual leave

Professional development support

Remote retention and travel allowances

Bilingual allowances

Free clinic services and prescriptions

Free general dentistry

Salary packaging

Job summary

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation is seeking a Rural Remote Team Leader (RN/AHP) based in Tennant Creek, NT, to guide a small multidisciplinary team delivering outreach primary care across the Barkly Region. You will coordinate daily operations, provide clinical leadership and support staff development.

The role requires current RN (AHPRA) or AHP registration, rural health experience and a strong commitment to culturally safe, community-centred care within ACCHOs.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse (AHPRA) or Aboriginal Health Practitioner.
• Experience in primary health care and rural/remote health settings.
• Demonstrated leadership, supervision and team coordination skills.
• Strong communication, consultation and relationship-building abilities.
• Eligibility to obtain NT Ochre Card and National Police Check.
• Commitment to culturally safe and community-centred healthcare delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate rural and remote outreach health services across the Barkly Region.
• Provide clinical leadership, supervision and support to team members.
• Deliver health assessments, screening, treatment and follow-up care.
• Coordinate immunisation programs and preventive health initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team coordination

Relationship-building

Cultural safety

Independent work

Education

Registered Nurse (AHPRA) or Aboriginal Health Practitioner qualification

Tools

Communicare

Job description

Rural Remote Team Leader (Registered Nurse/ Aboriginal Health Practitioner)

This role is based in Tennant Creek, NT, 0860. Relocation and Subsidised housing available for applicants outside of Barkly Region.

Make a real difference in Aboriginal health while leading a dedicated rural and remote healthcare team across the Barkly Region.

About Anyinginyi Health

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation is a community-controlled organisation committed to delivering culturally responsive, holistic primary healthcare services to Aboriginal people across the Barkly Region. Through a strong focus on prevention, health promotion, community engagement and culturally safe care, our team works to improve health outcomes and strengthen communities.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Nurse (RN) or Aboriginal Health Practitioner (AHP) to join our team as Rural Remote Team Leader. Based in Tennant Creek, you will lead a small multidisciplinary team delivering outreach healthcare services to remote communities and outstations across the Barkly Region. You will coordinate day-to-day operations, provide clinical leadership, support staff development, and work closely with community members to deliver high-quality primary healthcare services. This role combines leadership, community engagement, public health, health promotion, chronic disease management and direct clinical service delivery to improve health outcomes for Aboriginal families living in remote areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate rural and remote outreach health services.
• Provide clinical leadership, supervision and support to team members.
• Deliver health assessments, screening, treatment and follow-up care.
• Coordinate immunisation programs and preventive health initiatives.
• Support management of chronic disease and population health programs.
• Promote health education and public health awareness across communities.
• Facilitate referrals, specialist appointments and telehealth services.
• Build strong partnerships with community members and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to quality improvement, reporting and service development activities.

What We're Looking For

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse (AHPRA) or Aboriginal Health Practitioner.
• Experience in primary health care and/or rural and remote health settings.
• Demonstrated leadership, supervision and team coordination skills.
• Strong communication, consultation and relationship-building abilities.
• Understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health outcomes.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Current driver's licence.
• Eligibility to obtain an NT Ochre Card and National Police Check.
• Commitment to culturally safe and community-centred healthcare delivery.
• Experience working in Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs).
• Knowledge of Communicare.
• Remote NT experience.
• Four-wheel drive training or willingness to undertake training.

What's on Offer?

Registered Nurse: $137,626.02 - $147,348.81 per annum

Aboriginal Health Practitioner: $120,919.82 - $128,634.50 per annum

Superannuation paid at 12%

Salary packaging up to $15,899.94 per annum

Subsidised accommodation (eligible positions)

Up to $5,000 relocation assistance

Six weeks annual leave

Professional development support and study allowance

Remote retention and travel allowances

Bilingual allowance opportunities

Free access to Anyinginyi Health Clinic services and prescriptions

Free general dentistry (excluding lab work costs)

Why Tennant Creek?

Enjoy year-round sunshine, stunning landscapes and a welcoming community while living in the heart of Australia. Tennant Creek offers the benefits of regional living with access to schools, shopping, sporting facilities, a regional hospital, airport and essential services. It's the perfect place to build a rewarding career and lifestyle.