Expression of Interest – General Practitioner Registrars (GP)

Shape Health, Share Culture – Join Miwatj Health and Be Part of East Arnhem’s Story!

Step into a unique opportunity to grow as a GP while delivering vital healthcare services across East Arnhem Land. As a GP Registrar with Miwatj Health, you’ll train towards Fellowship (FRACGP or FACRRM) under supervision, working within multidisciplinary teams that care for some of Australia’s most remote and culturally rich communities.

A Journey Beyond Medicine

Living and working in East Arnhem is more than a placement — it’s a cultural immersion. You’ll gain unparalleled insights into Yolŋu traditions, language, and connection to country, while making a real impact on community health.

About Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation

Since 1992, Miwatj Health has been the largest Aboriginal Community-Controlled Health Service in the NT. We provide comprehensive primary healthcare to over 8,000 residents across East Arnhem, guided by culture, community, and a vision of stronger, healthier families.

The Role

- Provide acute care and manage chronic conditions in community settings.
- Deliver health education to Aboriginal Health Practitioners and community members.
- Participate in health promotion, research, and public health initiatives.
- Contribute to improving systems of care and health outcomes for Aboriginal people.
- Build lasting relationships with patients, families,



and community leaders.

Training & Supervision

- Work under the guidance of experienced GPs and the Director of Medical Services.
- Receive mentoring and structured supervision in line with NTGPE or equivalent GP Training Programs.
- Develop skills in Aboriginal health, paediatrics, chronic disease, emergency care, and remote practice.
- Gain hands‑on experience in Communicare, CARPA guidelines, and Medicare processes.

You will work closely with:

- Internal teams: Clinic Managers, Aboriginal Health Practitioners, Registered Nurses, Midwives, and Coordinators (e.g. Child Health, Chronic Disease).
- External partners: Gove District Hospital, NT Health, pathology/radiology providers, and visiting specialists.

What We Offer

- Salary (pro rata + 12% superannuation):
- $150,000 – Nhulunbuy, Gunyangara, Yirrkala $175,000 – Gapuwiyak, Galiwin’ku, Milingimbi, Ramingining

- Access to $15,900 salary packaging + $2,650 meal & entertainment card through CBB.
- Comprehensive leave entitlements including annual leave, Miwatj Annual Leave Travel Assistance (up to $2,035 pa), Fares Out Leave, personal leave, and compassionate leave.
- Professional development : Up to 4 weeks combined study and career development leave, with up to $2,000 pa study assistance, training opportunities, and exposure to diverse clinical practice.

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📌 Expression of Interest – General Practitioner Registrars (GP) (Nhulunbuy)
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