Provide high quality culturally safe, clinical primary health care services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and communities.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioner plays an important role in improving the quality of communication for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and works in collaboration with other health professionals, community members and stakeholders to strengthen community involvement in health service delivery, provide health education and promote programs in the community.

This role requires the occupant to operate with a level of independence and at times may be required to provide on-call (after hours) emergency services on a rotational basis.

Job details

Discover the stunning Capricorn Region and why Rockhampton is a great place to live, work and play!

Any successful applicant who does not hold the Diploma in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care or Practice qualification will be appointed for a fixed term, subject to engaging and participating in a learning agreement to obtain the required qualifications(s) with essential level support under HR Policy G10 Study and Research Assistance Scheme (SARAS)

Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.

Salary Information (HW5):

Total remuneration value of up to $7,791 p.m. is comprised of:

• A salary between $2,959.80 - $3,141.00 p.f.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Other Benefits Include:

• Generous Salary Sacrificing (conditions apply)
• Access to paid parental leave (conditions apply)
• Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate membership discounts
• Access to the Fitness Passport (conditions apply)

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) Requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to Apply:

To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
• Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance, contact Recruitment Services @ CQ Health and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK3A467812.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Microsoft Word (.doc) or PDF file types are supported. Files must be a maximum of 2MB each.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Information for Applicants (PDF, 332KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  RK3A467812 - ATSI Health Practitioner (PDF, 346KB)
  Role Description
  
  Evidence-of-Attribute (PDF, 347KB)
  Information Package for Applicants