Kutjungka Health Centre Coordinator

Use your experience to make a real difference in Indigenous healthLead a dynamic healthcare team in a vibrant community setting.Enjoy a generous salary package with unique benefits tailored for remote living.Embrace the opportunity for personal and professional growth in a supportive environment.Fantastic base salary $130,221 plus super, district allowance,availability allowanace and more

About the Organisation

Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services LTD ( KAMS ) is a well-established regional Aboriginal community controlled health service, founded in 1986, which provides centralised advocacy and resource support for 6 independent member services, as well as providing direct clinical services in a further 6 remote Aboriginal communities across the region.

KAMS has successfully delivered high-quality, accessible comprehensive primary health care services over its 30 years of operation and has provided innovation and national leadership in areas such as health information management and evidence-based best practice in primary health care.

The Kimberley region is located in the northern part of Western Australia and covers about 421,000 square kilometres. The Kimberley has only three towns with a population of more than 2,000 (Broome, Derby and Kununurra), and the total population is around 37,000. In addition to the sealed Route 1 which runs along the southern part of the area, the unsealed Gibb River Road runs through the heart of the region from Derby to the highway near Kununurra. Access to much of the region is by dirt road, air or sea.

About the Opportunity

KAMS now has a rewarding opportunity for a KutjungkaHealth Centre Coordinator to join their multidisciplinary team based in Kutjungka, WA on a FIFO 6 / 3 full time basis.

In this role, you will be a Remote Area Nurse or an Aboriginal Health Practitioner and will be required to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and be responsible for the delivery of a comprehensive primary health care service within the Kutjungka Health Centre and surrounding community. This position will also be required to provide management and leadership responsibilities as Acting Health Centre Manager whilst the Health Centre Manager is on leave.

Some of your key responsibilities will include (but will not be limited to) :

• Lead a multidisciplinary team and coordinate external health service providers to provide a quality and comprehensive primary health care service to the community under the KAMS Model of Care;
• Undertake the day to day operational management, staff supervision (within scope of practice) and coordination of health service delivery at the health centre;
• Manage the operational budget of the health centre in consultation with the Executive Manager, Remote Services to ensure appropriate financial management and reporting of the health centre resources;
• Manage workforce requirements including recruitment, orientation, professional development, probation and performance appraisals, and mandatory training;
• Complete clinical audits and reporting activities related to clinical practice and improved patient outcomes;

About You

To be successful in this role, you will be a Registered Nurse and hold AHPRA registration .You will also have previous experience in a similar role and demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of comprehensive primary health care, including emergency care.

The successful candidate will have excellent leadership and management skills and a strong understanding of cultural safety including a commitment to the principles of Aboriginal community control of health services.

KAMS is looking for an individual with highly developed interpersonal, communication, and report writing skills with the ability to communicate effectively with Aboriginal people.

While not essential, candidates with previous experience working within Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations will be held in high regard.

Successful candidates must have a current "C" class manual driver's licence, ability to travel by road and / or small planes as required, andwillingness to undergo a National Police and Working with Children Check prior to employment with KAMS.

Candidateswill also need to provide a response to the selection criteria in the position description and attach as a word document with your application.

About the Benefits

KAMS is an organisation that truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. These are highly attractive opportunities for someone with a desire to develop their professional knowledge and experience in the area of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health

There is also a wide range of fantastic additional benefits for the role, including :

Attractive base salary of $130,221 PLUS Super;Accommodation provided whilst in the community;District allowance of $2,149(single) and $4,298 (double);Isolation airfares of $2,000;6 weeks on 3 weeks off; and25% of base salary for on call.

Working closely with patients, their families and carers, this is a role where you will witness the direct positive impact you're making in the community, as part of aclose-knit KAMS team. Youwill be continually recognised for your dedication and hard work

Don't miss this exciting and rewarding opportunity to have a positive impact on the health outcomes ofIndigenous communities in the spectacular Kimberley region - Apply Now

Advert closing date : 20th August 2025 COB

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Do you have the unrestricted legal right to live and work in Australia? If not, please do NOT continue.Are you of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent? (Please note, answering this question is optional and is for reporting purposes only.)Please select all that apply to you.

Registered Nurse (Registered with AHPRA)

Aboriginal Health Worker (registered with AHPRA)Current C Class Manual Driver's LicenceCurrent National Police Clearance (or willing to obtain)Current Working with Children Check (or willing to obtain)Please detail your employment history, including organisation names, dates, and roles. Please ensure you highlight your experiences working in remote Aboriginal communities and / or Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations.Please detail your knowledge and experience in the delivery of comprehensive primary health care. Please include organisation names, dates, and roles held.What is your current employment situation? When would you be available to commence employment with KAMS ?

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