Senior Medical Officer (Specified)

Wuchopperen is a Community Controlled Aboriginal Health Organisation providing holistic health care services to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of Cairns.

Full Time, Permanent

Based in Cairns

This position will, under the leadership of the Executive Director, Medical Services (DMS), provide medical leadership, clinical governance support and strategic advice to the DMS and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to ensure the delivery of quality, sustainable, evidence-based comprehensive primary health care services which align to the strategic goals of the organisation, policy direction and needs of the community.

Benefits of working with Wuchopperen:

• Monday to Friday, no weekends
• No on call requirement
• Attractive remuneration rate
• Generous salary sacrifice benefits
• 5 weeks Annual Leave entitlements 
• 12% Superannuation Contribution
• Commitment to professional development

Applicants for the above position will:

• Hold current AHPRA registration
• Be eligible for a Medicare Provider number
• Demonstrate relevant experience and/or qualifications
• Hold Fellowship of ACRRM and / or RACGP Accreditation as a GP (Desirable)
• Possess a current driver’s licence

How to Apply:

***Do not apply via SEEK, please apply at www.wuchopperen.org.au/careers***

To be eligible for interview, applicants must:

• Provide a cover letter of no more than two pages, addressing the Core Capabilities in the Position Description
• Provide a Specified Reference
• Hold a current Blue Card (for suitability to work with children and young people)
• Be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (at least 2 vaccinations) and provide evidence
• Possess a current driver’s licence.

Applicants who do not address these requirements, will not be considered for shortlisting.

For information about this position, or to apply please go to: www.wuchopperen.org.au/careers or contact Dr Nicolette Roux, Director Medical Services (07) 4080 1***

Closing date for applications:  5 pm on Monday, 22nd January 2024

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.