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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers (Identified)
Hughenden Multi-Purpose Health Service
Summary
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Blaze a new career trail in HUGHENDEN |
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HWF3 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV691838 |
| Closing date | 21-Sep-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent Full-time |
| Contact person | Karen Petrie |
| Contact details | (07) 4741 2800 Access the National Relay Service |
About the work unit / facility:
Hugenden Multipurpose Health Service provides 24-hour emergency and general medical care, with acute and residential aged care beds, and a range of community health and visiting services.
About your new employer:
Career Growth and Development
We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle. Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $79,661 to $109,546 p.a. (HWF3)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- North West division allowance
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
About your opportunity:
Join the Western Corridor team as an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker (Identified) and provide health services across Hughenden and Richmond. You'll work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver culturally safe care, advocate for patients, undertake clinical activities, and contribute to health promotion and education.
Requirements:
- 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.
- Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (if applicable)
- Possession of a class C drivers license
- Travel is expected, with overnight shared accomodation when travelling to other sites
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
- Probation period may apply.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Karen Petrie on (07) 4747 2800.
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV691838
Applications close: Monday, 21 September 2026.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
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