This organisation is a community-controlled, not-for-profit healthcare provider dedicated to improving health and wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across the Ipswich and West Moreton region.

Established to address the need for equitable, accessible, and culturally safe healthcare services, the organisation has grown into a trusted provider of integrated health and community services. With a strong focus on cultural values, community connection, and holistic wellbeing, the organisation delivers a broad range of primary healthcare, allied health, specialist services, and community support programs.

The organisation is committed to promoting cultural authority, improving health outcomes, strengthening community wellbeing, and creating accessible pathways for individuals and families to receive coordinated health and support services that respect their cultural identity and heritage.

Organisational Values

- Cultural Authority
- Accessibility and Inclusivity
- Respect and Confidentiality
- Child-Centred Practice
- Collaboration and Excellence

Position Overview

The General Practitioner (GP) is responsible for providing high-quality, safe, and culturally appropriate medical care to patients within a community health setting.

The GP will play a key role in clinical decision-making, supporting positive health outcomes through evidence-based practice and working collaboratively with nurses, Aboriginal Health Workers, specialists, and allied health professionals.

The role requires a strong commitment to delivering holistic, patient-centred healthcare while supporting the principles of Aboriginal community control and culturally safe practice.

Key Responsibilities

The General Practitioner will:

- Provide comprehensive primary healthcare services in accordance with best practice standards.
- Deliver culturally appropriate healthcare that recognises the individual needs, circumstances, and cultural identity of each patient.
- Support prevention, early detection, and ongoing management of chronic disease.
- Provide assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and ongoing health conditions.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.




- Participate in continuous quality improvement activities and contribute to improved patient outcomes.
- Support Aboriginal community empowerment and culturally secure healthcare practices.
- Maintain compliance with relevant legislation, professional standards, and medical practice requirements in Queensland.

Clinical Responsibilities

The GP will be responsible for:

- Providing high-quality primary healthcare services to patients of all ages and health needs.
- Conducting patient consultations, including history taking, examination, diagnosis, investigation, and treatment.
- Supporting patients in healthcare decision‑making and improving health literacy.
- Managing chronic health conditions in accordance with recognised clinical guidelines.
- Prescribing medications appropriately and safely.
- Providing preventative healthcare advice and health promotion activities.
- Conducting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health assessments where required.
- Ordering and reviewing diagnostic investigations and results.
- Referring patients to appropriate healthcare providers and specialists.
- Reviewing hospital discharge summaries and specialist correspondence.
- Preparing and reviewing chronic disease management plans and team care arrangements.

Clinical Governance and Quality Requirements

The GP will:

- Participate in clinical governance activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support safe, effective, and evidence-based clinical care.
- Maintain compliance with accreditation standards and organisational policies.
- Participate in quality assurance processes, audits, and professional development activities.
- Promote patient safety and effective risk management practices.

Administrative Responsibilities

The GP will maintain accurate and timely clinical records, including:

- Patient medical histories
- Specialist referrals
- Prescriptions
- Medicare documentation and claiming requirements
- Care plans and management plans




- Investigations and diagnostic results
- Patient recalls and follow‑up systems
- Mandatory reporting requirements
- Patient information management and confidentiality requirements

General Duties

The successful applicant will:

- Maintain professional relationships with patients, colleagues, and community members.
- Participate in meetings, training, supervision, and professional development activities.
- Follow organisational policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines.
- Demonstrate respect for local culture and cultural protocols.
- Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional standards at all times.
- Promote positive relationships with patients, community organisations, government agencies, and healthcare providers.

Cultural Safety Responsibilities

The GP will:

- Participate in cultural awareness and cultural safety training.
- Respect and support Aboriginal cultural leadership and guidance.
- Promote inclusive communication and support access to healthcare services.
- Contribute to the development of culturally safe healthcare practices.
- Support community participation in improving healthcare services.

Essential Requirements and Qualifications

The successful applicant must have:

- Current medical registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Appropriate training and experience in general practice.
- Eligibility to work as a General Practitioner in Queensland.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a PRODA number.
- Current Open C Class Driver’s Licence (Queensland).
- Current Blue Card (or eligibility to obtain one).
- Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) or Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM).
- Experience working within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health services.
- Demonstrated understanding of culturally safe and community-focused healthcare delivery.

Commitment to Community Health

This role provides an opportunity for a dedicated General Practitioner to contribute to improving healthcare access, supporting community wellbeing, and delivering meaningful, culturally appropriate healthcare services within a supportive multidisciplinary environment.

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📌 General Practitioner (GP) (East Ipswich)
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