Senior Medical Officer

Puntukurnu Aboriginal Medical Service; Newman; On-site; AUD 310,000 - 355,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary 310,000–355,000 AUD p.a. (

5 weeks’ annual leave + 17.5% leave Lg

12% superannuation

Salary packaging up to 15900 AUD + ent

Job summary

Puntukurnu Aboriginal Medical Service (PAMS) in Newman, WA, is seeking a Senior Medical Officer to lead high-quality, culturally appropriate primary health care for Aboriginal communities in Newman and remote Jigalong, Punmu, Parnngurr and Kunawarritji.

You will oversee clinical governance, quality improvement, and Medicare billing, mentor staff, and contribute to service planning in a multidisciplinary team. VR or RACGP Fellowship required; unrestricted Medicare rights.

Qualifications

• Registered GP in Australia with unrestricted Medicare billing rights.
• Experience in Aboriginal community health and leading GP teams.
• Commitment to culturally appropriate, patient-centred care.
• Knowledge of WHS, compliance, and policy frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical governance, quality improvement, and accreditation activities.
• Deliver high-quality GP services in a multidisciplinary team.
• Drive prevention, chronic disease management and health promotion.
• Supervise and mentor clinical staff and support workforce development.
• Ensure accurate documentation, Medicare billing, reporting and KPI performance.

Skills

GP leadership

Clinical governance

Quality improvement

Documentation and billing

Staff supervision

Education

VR or RACGP Fellowship

Job description

Description

About the Opportunity

Are you passionate about making an impact while working in a dynamic and supportive team?

Join Puntukurnu Aboriginal Medical Services (PAMS) as a Senior Medical Officer

As a member of a multidisciplinary team, the Senior Medical Officer provides high quality, client focused and culturally appropriate primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of Newman and remote communities of Jigalong, Punmu, Parnngurr and Kunawarritji.

Key Responsibilities

Lead clinical governance, quality improvement, and accreditation (AGPAL) activities Deliver high-quality, culturally appropriate GP services in a multidisciplinary team Drive improved health outcomes through prevention, chronic disease management, and health promotion Provide strategic clinical advice and support organisational planning and service delivery Supervise and mentor clinical staff, supporting workforce development and capability Ensure best practice in documentation, Medicare billing, reporting, and KPI performance

About You

To be considered for this position, you must be:

Registered to work in Australia as a GP with unrestricted Medicare billing rights; Proven experience in Aboriginal community health, leading GP teams and senior clinical role. VR or RACGP Fellowship required. Uphold and contribute to the organization’s mission, values, and objectives Comply with all policies, procedures, and relevant legislation Foster teamwork, open communication, and a positive workplace culture Participate in professional development, training, and Employee Development Days Support continuous quality improvement and quality management systems Adhere to Work Health & Safety requirements, including identifying and managing risks.

The position involves working with a multicultural organisation where the majority of staff, clients and stakeholders identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Candidates must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

As per section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) PAMS actively seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our clients and stakeholders and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please note: In addition to the above skills and experience, relevant licences and eligibility criteria apply (as per the Job Description).

Applicants for this position must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement. Acceptable evidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with relevant visa.

Remuneration & Benefits

• Attractive base salary of $310,000 – $355,000 per annum (excluding superannuation)
• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading
• 12% superannuation
• Salary packaging up to $15,900 plus entertainment benefits
• Power subsidy allowance and PAMS-provided accommodation
• Two return flights per year
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retention incentives in line with PAMS Employee Remuneration Policy

About the Organisation

With an administrative hub based in Newman, in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, The Puntukurnu Aboriginal Medical Service (PAMS) provides holistic primary health care to the individuals and families within the remote communities of Jigalong, Parnngurr, Punmu and Kunawarritji.

PAMS aims to improve the standard of health of the Martu people and all Aboriginal people living in the East Pilbara region of Western Australia through the provision of community based, comprehensive primary health care services. We exist to promote the health and well-being of individual community members and to relieve sickness and the suffering of the indigenous community as a whole. We are passionate about providing the highest standard of patient care whilst incorporating a holistic approach toward diagnosis and management of illness.

Application Process

We require you to submit:

• A current comprehensive CV including the contact details of two current referees and;
• A cover letter no more than 2 pages that clearly outlines the skills and experience you have gained to make you suitable for this position.

Screening and assessment will commence immediately.

For further information including, please contact the People and Culture Team on 08 9177 8307 or [e-mail].