Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioner

As an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioner, you will work closely with GPs, nurses, allied health professionals and other members of the Ngak Min Health team to provide coordinated and culturally appropriate care.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Providing culturally safe, high-quality primary health care within your approved scope of practice.
• Undertaking clinical assessments, observations, health checks and other clinical activities.
• Supporting the prevention, early identification and management of acute and chronic health conditions.
• Participating in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health assessments and individual care planning.
• Providing health education and practical advice to clients and families.
• Undertaking screening, immunisation and preventative health activities where appropriately qualified and authorised.
• Supporting referrals, appointments, investigations and follow-up care.
• Working collaboratively with GPs, nurses, allied health professionals and other members of the health team.
• Maintaining accurate, timely and confidential clinical records.
• Advocating for culturally safe and appropriate care and helping clients overcome barriers to accessing health services.

To be considered for this position, you will have:

• A qualification as an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioner, including Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice, or another qualification recognised for registration.
• Current AHPRA registration with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practice Board of Australia.
• An understanding of culturally safe and responsive health care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• Knowledge of primary health care, preventative health, chronic disease management and health promotion.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary health care team.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or the ability to obtain these before commencement.
• A current Queensland driver's licence, or the ability to meet the travel requirements of the role.