General Practitioner

Why This Role Matters

The General Practitioner plays a vital role in delivering culturally safe, community-led healthcare services. This role supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities by providing holistic medical care, managing chronic diseases, and improving long-term health outcomes through preventive care and community engagement.

Job Description

Mawarnkarra Health Service is seeking a General Practitioner (GP) to join its Clinical Services Team in Roebourne within the Pilbara region. The GP will work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality primary healthcare services through clinic consultations, community outreach programs, and telehealth services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Key Features

• Position: General Practitioner (GP)
• Organization: Mawarnkarra Health Service
• Location: Roebourne, Pilbara Region
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Workplace Type: On-site with outreach and telehealth services
• Start Date: From July 2026 (minimum 12-month contract)

Responsibilities

• Deliver culturally safe and trauma-informed primary healthcare services
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions
• Provide chronic disease management, care planning, and preventive healthcare
• Work closely with Aboriginal Health Workers and multidisciplinary teams
• Participate in clinical governance, peer review, and risk management activities
• Use digital health systems and electronic medical records for patient care
• Contribute to health promotion and community engagement initiatives
• Participate in continuous quality improvement programs

Required Qualification

Medical degree with fellowship in General Practice.

Important Requirements

• Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) or the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (FACRRM)
• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
• Full working rights in Australia
• Ability to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
• Willingness to relocate to the Pilbara region
• Valid Australian driver’s licence
• National Police Check and Working with Children Check

Employment Options

• Full-time role with a 37.5-hour work week
• Monday to Friday schedule (8:30 AM – 4:45 PM)
• Opportunity to work in clinic, outreach, and telehealth settings

What We Offer

• Base salary of $280,000.50 per year
• District allowance for single or family
• 12% superannuation contribution
• Housing, vehicle, and mobile phone provided
• Annual airfare allowance after 12 months of service
• Supportive multidisciplinary healthcare team

Experience and Skills

• Primary healthcare and general practice expertise
• Chronic disease management and care planning
• Cultural competency and trauma-informed care
• Preventive healthcare and population health strategies
• Experience with digital health systems and telehealth
• Strong collaboration with healthcare teams and community partners

Salary Insights

• Base salary: $280,000.50 per year
• District allowance for regional living
• 12% superannuation contribution
• Additional benefits including accommodation, vehicle, and airfare allowance

Company Overview

Mawarnkarra Health Service is a leading primary healthcare provider serving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in Roebourne. The organization delivers culturally appropriate healthcare through clinic services, outreach programs, and telehealth initiatives, focusing on improving the physical, cultural, social, and emotional wellbeing of local families.

FAQs

1. Where is the job located?
   The position is based in Roebourne in the Pilbara region.

2. What qualifications are required?
   Candidates must hold FRACGP or FACRRM fellowship and registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.

3. What benefits are included in the role?
   The position includes housing, vehicle, mobile phone, district allowance, and airfare allowance.

4. When does the role start?
   The organization requires a GP from July 2026 onwards for a minimum contract of 12 months.

Application Tips

• Highlight experience in community health and chronic disease management
• Demonstrate cultural competence in Aboriginal healthcare settings
• Include your Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency registration and fellowship credentials
• Emphasize experience working with multidisciplinary healthcare teams