Armajun Aboriginal Health Service · Tamworth & North West NSW, Australia
Regional role with travel required
Competitive salary plus super and salary packaging
About Armajun
Armajun Aboriginal Health Service is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO) providing comprehensive primary health care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across the New England region of New South Wales. We are committed to delivering culturally safe, holistic, and community-led health services that improve the health and wellbeing of our communities.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and committed Senior Medical Officer (SMO) to provide high-quality clinical care while supporting the strategic and clinical leadership of our multidisciplinary team.
Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Executive Team, and Nurse Manager, the Senior Medical Officer will contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement, workforce development, and the delivery of culturally safe primary health care. The Senior Medical Officer will also provide support and training to our 4 International Medical Graduates.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive general practice services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients.
Deliver evidence-based, culturally safe clinical care.
Provide clinical leadership and mentoring to medical practitioners and multidisciplinary teams.
Support clinical governance, accreditation, and continuous quality improvement.
Participate in organisational planning and service development.
Ensure compliance with professional standards and relevant legislation.
Foster collaborative relationships with hospitals, specialists, and community partners.
Support registrar, and student supervision where applicable.
About You
The successful applicant will demonstrate:
Tertiary qualification in Medicine.
Unconditional registration with AHPRA
Previous experience as a Senior Medical Officer
Accreditation as a GP supervisor, with ACCRM or RACGP
Relevant post-graduate qualifications – FRACGP, FACCRM , MPH
Demonstrated experience in the assessment and treatment of clients
Sound knowledge in the areas of community health, public health and Aboriginal Health
Demonstration of continuously developing professional competencies and qualifications
Ability to hold all relevant security clearances including the National Police Check and Working with Children clearances
Desirable
Experience working with health service agencies, non-government organisations, community groups and medical professionals at all levels
Experience in working in Aboriginal Health
What We Offer
Competitive remuneration package.
Salary packaging.
Professional development support.
Relocation assistance (where applicable).
Flexible working arrangements.
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to Aboriginal health outcomes.