GP – Remote Aboriginal Health | Fly-In Fly-Out | East Arnhem Land
Miwatj Health
Posted 3 days ago
General Practitioners Needed Now – Join Miwatj Health in East Arnhem Land
Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation is hiring General Practitioners now for remote community-based roles in East Arnhem Land, Northern Territory. We have immediate opportunities available in Galiwin’ku, Milingimbi, and Ramingining for doctors who are passionate about delivering high-quality primary healthcare and making a meaningful difference in Aboriginal communities.
Current vacancies:
- 1 Full-time / FIFO position – Milingimbi
- 1 Part-time / FIFO position – Ramingining
- 2 Full-time / FIFO positions – Galiwin’ku
This is a unique opportunity to work in a rewarding remote health setting while being part of a committed, purpose-driven team. You will provide essential care to communities across East Arnhem Land and work alongside experienced clinicians and external health service providers.
What we offer:
- Competitive remuneration package valued at circa $365,000 per annum inclusive of superannuation.
- $15,900 salary packaging plus $2,650 meal and entertainment card through CBB
- 7 weeks Leave
- Miwatj Annual Leave Travel Assistance
- Fares Out Leave
- Professional development and study leave
- Mobile phone allowance
- Housing and utility package
- Relocation and repatriation assistance (for permanent positions)
- Retention bonus for eligible full-time employees starting at $10,000
Successful candidates may also be eligible for the NT Thrive Relocation Grant of up to $10,000.
About the role
These roles involve working in remote Aboriginal communities and require a strong commitment to Aboriginal Community Control, self-determination, and culturally safe healthcare delivery. Experience in general practice and/or rural and remote healthcare is highly desirable.
Essential requirements:
- Current registration and practising certificate as a Medical Practitioner with AHPRA
- Extensive experience in General Practice or rural/remote healthcare settings
Vaccination and immunity screening
Miwatj Health is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace in line with national healthcare standards. All employees are required to comply with our Staff Vaccination and Immunity Screening Policy and provide verified evidence prior to commencement.
Apply now
Join Miwatj Health and help deliver life-changing healthcare in East Arnhem Land. For more information, please see the Job Description or contact Recruitment at ••••@miwatj.com.au or call 08 •••• •956.
About Miwatj Health
Miwatj Health has its administrative base in the town of Nhulunbuy, in the Northern Territory of Australia. Our clinics are located in Nhulunbuy, Gunyangara (also known as Marngarr), Galiwin’ku and Yirrkala, providing a walk-in service for all acute and preventive care needs. In addition to these fixed clinics, our outreach teams provide a regular visiting service to a number of nearby communities including Birritjimi, Galupa, Gunyangara, Garrathiya Plains, Yirrkala, and within the Galiwin’ku community.
Our Mission
Miwatj Health’s mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of residents of the communities of East Arnhem Land through the delivery of appropriate and comprehensive primary health care and to promote the control by Aboriginal communities of primary health care resources.
The Core Functions of Miwatj Health are:
◾The provision of clinical services to Aboriginal communities in the East Arnhem Land region, including both acute care and longer-term preventive care
◾Implementation of a range of population/public health programs and strategies which address the underlying causes of illness
◾Advocacy in support of the right of Aboriginal people to control their own health services and for such health services to receive resources and funding adequate to address the health problems of the region
◾Ensuring efficient, accountable administrative and financial systems support for the delivery of our services. The underlying philosophy of Miwatj Health is the fundamental right of Aboriginal people to control their own health services.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website