General Practitioner

About ATSICHS Brisbane

The Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Community Health Service (ATSICHS) Brisbane is a community-owned, not-for-profit organisation established over 50 years ago to improve the health outcomes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in Brisbane and Logan. We deliver culturally safe, comprehensive healthcare and community services grounded in the physical, social, emotional, cultural, and spiritual wellbeing of our communities.

Role Overview

As a vital member of the ATSICHS Brisbane team, the General Practitioner will provide high-quality, culturally secure primary healthcare focused on prevention, early intervention, and management of chronic diseases within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. The position integrates holistic health approaches respecting Aboriginal ways of knowing, being, and doing.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform in-depth patient evaluations including medical history, physical exams, and diagnostic procedures.
• Design and manage individualized care plans for chronic conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular, and respiratory diseases.
• Deliver care that aligns with and respects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural values and spirituality.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team comprising nurses, Aboriginal Health Workers, allied health professionals, and administrative personnel.
• Support community outreach activities and health screening initiatives, like school health checks.
• Participate in quality improvement processes such as clinical audits and incident analysis.
• Maintain professional registration and fulfill Continuing Professional Development (CPD) obligations.
• Comply with all organisational policies, procedures, and clinical protocols.

Cultural Environment

• Our work is deeply rooted in respect and connection to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and their wellbeing.
• We aim to uplift lives, fortify families, and empower communities to flourish.
• We encourage innovation, embrace new technologies, and utilize evidence-based practices tailored to community needs.
• The culture is supportive, with emphasis on valuing individual voice, strengths, and wellbeing.
• We recognize achievements, foster collaboration, and promote a fulfilling workplace experience.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary of $287,053 plus 12% superannuation.
• Permanent full-time employment.
• Salary packaging options up to $15,900 net and entertainment benefits up to $2,649 per Fringe Benefits Tax year.
• Flexible rostered working hours.
• Work within an organisation that prioritizes growth, innovation, and culturally safe care.
• Access to training, ongoing learning including LinkedIn Learning, and career advancement opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program offering up to six confidential sessions every two years.
• Annual staff events, team-building activities, and social gatherings.

Qualifications and Experience

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree.
• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Specialist Medical Practitioner.
• Fellowship with either the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) or the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM).
• Preferred experience in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health or serving underserved populations.
• Demonstrated dedication to culturally safe, trauma-informed healthcare.
• Comprehensive understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and health challenges.
• Strong clinical diagnostic and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Possession of National Police Certificate and a valid Driver’s Licence.
• Evidence of legal work rights in Australia.
• Medicare Provider Number and Professional Indemnity Insurance.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Familiarity with Medicare billing and the Indigenous Urban Integrated Health (IUIH) System of Care.
• Experience working with the MMEx clinical software system.

Other Important Information

ATSICHS Brisbane maintains a strong commitment to ensuring the wellbeing, protection, and cultural safety of all children and young people. Our recruitment rigorously reflects a zero-tolerance policy towards child abuse and strives to foster environments where children feel respected, safe, and empowered.