Medical Officer - Telehealth

Location: Cairns servicing Cape York communities 
Status: Full Time or Part Time Contracts available
Salary: $190,253 - $236,176 p.a. + 11% superannuation contribution 

This position is specified and applicants must provide contact details or a written reference from an Aboriginal an/or Torres Strait Islander person willing to support their application. 

About Us
Apunipima Cape York Health Council is a community controlled Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health service, which provides culturally appropriate, family centred, primary health care services to the communities and people of Cape York.

About the Opportunity
The Medical Officer - Telehealth is responsible for delivering quality, comprehensive primary health care that is evidence-based and clinically safe within the framework of the Apunipima Model of Care to achieve improved health outcomes for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in Cape York. 

This position plays an integral role in ensuring clinical care is in accordance with national standards and fosters a culture focused on providing culturally appropriate client-centred care.

The position is Cairns based and will be required to provide telehealth services on site at Apunipima’s primary health care centres in Cape York from time to time.

Pre-employment screening for vaccination against Vaccine Preventable Diseases will be conducted for the successful applicant.

About You
To be successful in this role you will have:

• Tertiary qualification in Medicine with current unrestricted specialist registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Fellow of the Royal Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) or Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP)
• Medical Indemnity Insurance
• Demonstrated experience delivering services in a primary health care setting, preferably providing telehealth services
• Experience in or a demonstrated commitment to improving Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health outcomes
• Ability to manage uncertainty and complex health issues in a remote setting
• Knowledge of relevant accreditation standards and quality management systems as they relate to telehealth service delivery.
• Strong time management skills, including the ability to manage own priorities 
• Current Queensland Drivers Licence 
• AFP National Police Check 

Why Apunipima?
A career with Apunipima offers unique opportunities and experiences that set it apart from other more mainstream health services. Our people are a committed team, dedicated to improving the health outcomes of Queensland's most at risk people. We do this by providing comprehensive and culturally appropriate primary health care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people that focuses on empowerment, family and community.

Join us as we navigate the exciting challenges and rewards of health care in the diverse and beautiful landscape of Cape York, in partnership with its people, rich history and culture. As Medical Officer - Telehealth, you will be provided with an attractive remuneration package, collaborative workplace, 5 weeks annual leave, annual leave loading, flexible work arrangements and more!
 

To apply for this role, submit your cover letter and resume addressing the above criteria. 

If you would like to have a confidential discussion about this role, or if you have any questions, please contact Dr James Doran, Executive Manager, Clinical Services via 07 4037 7*** or ***********@apunipima.org.au 

Apunipima Cape York Health Council is an equal opportunity employer
www.apunipima.org.au