Description
GP positions in Canberra's only Aboriginal Community Controlled Health service
Full-time or substantial part time (4 – 5 days) (Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm)
$260k – $340k annual salary (negotiable) plus super plus salary packaging
Winnunga Nimmityjah Aboriginal Health & Community Services (Winnunga AHCS) is Canberra's only Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service.
Located in the heart of Canberra, we deliver trusted, holistic healthcare to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across the ACT and surrounding regions.
We are seeking experienced and culturally competent General Practitioners to join our multidisciplinary team including GPs, visiting specialists, nurse practitioners, nurses, allied health specialists, social health and admin support.
This exceptionally professional and committed staff member will be responsible for the following tasks:
Provide comprehensive and culturally competent clinical care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients by integrating physical, social, and emotional wellbeing.
Work collaboratively with social health, mental health, and AOD teams.
Participate in care planning, case conferencing, and continuous quality improvement activities.
Work in our main clinic and partly at the local prison as part of our dedicated, nation-leading prison program.




Maintain highest standards of professional conduct.
We are looking for exceptionally empathetic and resilient person who has:
full working rights in Australia
fellowship with RACGP or ACRRM
specialist registration with AHPRA
strong understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and cultures to ensure culturally safe interactions
excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, including GPs, nurses, dietitians, podiatrists, and allied health professionals
ability to manage competing priorities effectively with great attention to detail and accuracy
deep care for integrity and professionalism in every interaction (internal and external)
If this sounds like you and you have a strong desire to directly contribute to closing the health gap for First Nations people, we can offer
Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay
Free parking on our premises for a stress-free commute; and
Free gym membership
Working hours are weekdays 9 am – 5 pm (no after hours).
While this role is being offered initially as a 12 month contract, there is a high likelihood it will transition to an ongoing/permanent position for the right candidate.

📌 General Practitioner (Canberra)
🏢 Winnunga Nimmityjah
📍 Canberra