About Bega Garnbirringu
Bega Garnbirringu Health Service is a leading Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation providing culturally safe, holistic and accessible health and wellbeing services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people throughout the Goldfields region.

Our Mobile Clinic provides an important service by taking health care directly to Aboriginal communities across the region, helping to improve access to quality primary health care and supporting continuity of care.

We are committed to providing culturally safe, respectful and high-quality health services that respond to the needs of Aboriginal individuals, families and communities.

About the Role
Bega Garnbirringu Health Service is seeking a dedicated and community-focused Aboriginal Health Practitioner to join our Mobile Clinic team.

Working as part of a small and supportive multidisciplinary team, the Aboriginal Health Practitioner will play an important role in improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through the delivery of comprehensive, culturally appropriate and holistic primary health care.

The position will provide a range of clinical services, including health assessments, examinations, treatment, case management, health education and follow-up care.

The successful applicant will support continuity of care and contribute to culturally informed models of service delivery across Aboriginal communities in the Goldfields region.

This role involves regular outreach travel to communities across the Northern and Southern Goldfields regions, generally for periods of 3–4 days at a time and up to four nights.

Key Responsibilities
Provide culturally safe and high-quality primary health care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients.
Conduct health assessments, examinations and appropriate health screening.
Provide treatment, health education, preventative health care and health promotion.
Undertake appropriate case management and follow-up care.
Contribute to holistic and culturally informed models of health care.
Support continuity of care and appropriate referral pathways for clients.
Work collaboratively as part of a small multidisciplinary team.
Develop and maintain positive and respectful relationships with clients, families and community members.
Communicate effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal people and communities.
Maintain accurate, confidential and timely clinical records.
Use Communicare or other relevant clinical information systems appropriately.
Participate in outreach services across the Northern and Southern Goldfields regions.
Travel regularly to remote and regional communities and stay overnight as required.
Participate in health promotion, community engagement and other Mobile Clinic activities.
Comply with clinical standards, organisational policies, procedures and relevant legislation.
Contribute to continuous improvement of Mobile Clinic services.
Essential Criteria
Applicants must have:

Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice.
Current AHPRA registration as an Aboriginal Health Practitioner.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal people and communities.
Demonstrated understanding of the unique health issues and challenges impacting Aboriginal people.
Demonstrated experience, skills and knowledge in multidisciplinary teamwork and conflict management.
Sound written, computer and communication skills, together with demonstrated organisational and time management skills and the ability to adapt to changing needs.
Ability and willingness to undertake regular outreach travel, including stays of up to four nights at a time.
Applicants must also have:

Current Working with Children Check (WA).
National Criminal History Check / Police Clearance valid within the last three months.
Current First Aid and CPR Certificate.
Current WA C Class Driver's Licence.
Willingness to obtain an MR or HR driver's licence.
Desirable Criteria
Experience working in Community Health or Aboriginal Health.
Current Immunisation Certificate.
Current Phlebotomy competency and evidence of currency of practice.
Knowledge and experience using Communicare or a similar clinical database system.
Experience working in a mobile, outreach or remote health service.
Experience working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary health team.
Knowledge of health issues affecting Aboriginal communities in regional and remote Western Australia.
Benefits and Salary Packaging
Bega Garnbirringu offers a range of benefits to support our employees, including:

Permanent full-time employment.
37.5-hour working week.
17.5% annual leave loading.
Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax-free, subject to eligibility.
Paid end-of-year business closure leave, subject to organisational conditions.
Long Service Leave after seven years.
Professional development and clinical training opportunities.
Health and wellbeing subsidy of up to $600 per year.
Supportive and culturally safe working environment.
Opportunity to work directly with Aboriginal communities across the Goldfields region.
Opportunity to contribute to improved access to health care and better health outcomes for Aboriginal people.
Aboriginal Employment Statement
Bega Garnbirringu is committed to increasing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment and creating a culturally safe and inclusive workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

We value the knowledge, experience and cultural expertise that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees bring to our organisation and the communities we serve.

Application Process
To apply, please submit:

A current resume/CV outlining your qualifications, AHPRA registration, skills and relevant experience.
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the Aboriginal Health Practitioner – Mobile Clinic position and your interest in working with Bega Garnbirringu.
Applications should be submitted through the nominated recruitment platform.