General Practitioner (GP)

Why This Role Matters

The General Practitioner plays a vital role in improving community health by delivering culturally safe, patient-centred medical care. This position supports the wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people while also serving the wider community through preventive care, chronic disease management, and health promotion initiatives.

Job Description

Dhauwurd Wurrung Elderly and Community Health Service Inc is seeking a General Practitioner (GP) to join its medical clinic in Portland. The GP will provide comprehensive primary healthcare services while working closely with a multidisciplinary team to support holistic healthcare delivery for the Aboriginal community and the broader local population.

Key Features

• Position: General Practitioner (GP)
• Organization: Dhauwurd Wurrung Elderly and Community Health Service Inc
• Location: Portland (South-West Coast)
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Workplace Type: On-site
• Schedule: Monday to Friday (No on-call duties)

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally safe and patient-centred primary healthcare services
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, diagnosis, and treatment planning
• Manage acute and chronic medical conditions
• Prescribe medications and monitor treatment outcomes
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals
• Participate in clinical governance, accreditation, and quality improvement initiatives
• Support community health promotion and preventive care programs
• Provide teaching, supervision, and mentoring to interns, registrars, or students when required

Required Qualification

• Medical degree with specialization or fellowship in General Practice

Important Requirements

• Full registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
• Registration with the Medical Board of Australia
• Fellowship such as FRACGP, Vocational Registration (VR), or FACRRM
• Valid medical indemnity insurance
• Full working rights in Australia
• Current First Aid, BLS, and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Federal Police Check and Working with Children Check
• Eligibility for a Medicare Provider Number

Employment Options

• Full-time role with weekday schedule
• No on-call or weekend duties
• Opportunity to work within a community-controlled healthcare organization

What We Offer

• Competitive and generous salary package
• Accommodation assistance
• Salary packaging benefits
• Study leave for professional development
• Supportive work environment focused on community wellbeing
• Opportunity to contribute to Aboriginal health outcomes

Experience and Skills

• Experience in general practice and primary healthcare
• Cultural awareness and ability to provide culturally safe healthcare
• Chronic disease management and preventive medicine expertise
• Strong patient communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary healthcare teams

Salary Insights

• Competitive salary (exact figure not specified)
• Additional benefits including accommodation assistance, salary packaging, and study leave

Company Overview

Dhauwurd Wurrung Elderly and Community Health Service Inc is a community-controlled health organization located in Portland. The organization provides a wide range of services including primary healthcare, social and emotional wellbeing programs, youth services, family services, and home and community care to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and the broader community.

FAQs

1. Where is the job located?
   The position is based in Portland on the south-west coast of Victoria.

2. Is after-hours work required?
   No, the role is Monday to Friday with no on-call duties.

3. What qualifications are required?
   Candidates must have fellowship such as FRACGP or FACRRM and registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.

4. Does the organization support professional development?
   Yes, the role includes study leave and opportunities for professional growth.

Application Tips

• Highlight experience in primary care and community health
• Demonstrate cultural competence when working with Aboriginal communities
• Include your Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency registration details
• Emphasize experience in chronic disease management and multidisciplinary teamwork