Drive robust health outcomes for children and young people aged 5 to 17 across remote Katherine communities. Based in Katherine with regular remote travel, you will deliver a population health approach to child health alongside primary health care teams and family support services.
Duties
Deliver high-quality primary health care, routine health checks, developmental assessments, and early intervention
Ensure timely delivery of immunisations in line with the NT Childhood Vaccination Schedule
Identify and respond to emerging health issues, including mental health, substance use, and sexual health
Work alongside Aboriginal Health Practitioners and community staff to empower children and families
Provide clinical leadership and guidance to Primary Health Care staff on child health conditions
What You'll Receive
Competitive salary up to $128,000 plus 12% superannuation and salary packaging
Six weeks annual leave plus 18% leave loading
Relocation assistance to support your move
Ongoing professional development, training, and capacity-building prospects
A supportive,
multidisciplinary team workplace that values collaboration and growth
Is This You?
AHPRA registration eligibility as a Registered Nurse or Aboriginal Health Practitioner with a practising certificate
Current NT Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card), Criminal History Check, and NT Driver Licence (or ability to obtain)
Willingness to travel frequently to remote communities for up to a week at a time by road and light aircraft
Post graduate qualifications in child health or experience working in remote Aboriginal communities
Understanding of Aboriginal cultural values and commitment to the self-determination of Aboriginal communities
About Katherine West Health Board
Katherine West Health Board is an Aboriginal community-controlled organisation delivering primary health care across 162,000 km2 of remote Katherine West, NT. We take a whole-of-person approach to wellbeing and are committed to evidence-based, culturally appropriate care.
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🏢 Katherine West Health Board
📍 Australia
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