General Practitioner

The RFDS WA Strategy 2024 – 2028 strives to make a positive difference to the health and wellbeing of people living and working in regional Western Australia. A key focus area is to expand our Primary Health Care services for a bigger community impact. One of these initiatives is the establishment of an inaugural RFDS General Practice Clinic in Kalgoorlie, partnered with the Kalgoorlie Campus of the Curtin Goldfields University Department of Rural Health (GUDRH). The objective of the clinic will be to provide practical experiences to support the GUDRH students and help the community of Kalgoorlie and wider Goldfields region to manage their health, including preventative healthcare and health promotion.

About You

RFDS WA is looking for a General Practitioner to support the delivery of high-quality care to patients and the community, with the RFDS General Practice Clinic, opening in 2025. You will need to have prior experience working in General Practice, and hold your AHPRA Medical Registration, along with specialist qualifications of FRACGP or FACRRM.

The role is a permanent part-time position (0.5FTE / 19 hours per week), based in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia. Our preference is for the successful candidate to reside in Kalgoorlie; however, FIFO may be considered.

About the Role

1. Support the delivery of and commitment to quality, patient outcome-focused care working closely with the team to develop and deliver efficient and effective care and service delivery.
2. Provide clinical care to patients by delivering meaningful preventative care and health promotion to help patients manage their health within the community.
3. Provide clinical support to the General Practitioners, Primary Health Care Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Allied Health Practitioners and Students where applicable.
4. Create a strong sense of working as a team, promoting multi-disciplinary teamwork and clinical excellence by motivating and developing each clinician individually and as part of a team.
5. Provide input with regard to development of clinical protocols/procedures, using evidence-based practices and ensuring they meet the standards required for accreditation.
6. Have an interest in educating the next generation of clinicians and provide clinical training opportunities for students.
7. Promote and maintain collegiate relationships with the local medical and education facilities.

Total Remuneration Package up to $475,000 + relocation (pro rata based on FTE)

Highly Competitive Annual Salary Package: Base Salary up to $340,000 AUD per annum, pro rata based on FTE, with the following benefits and allowances in addition:

• Superannuation
• 5 Weeks Annual Leave
• Professional Development Allowance up to $36,797 per annum
• Housing and Utilities (or allowance)
• Motor Vehicle (or allowance)
• Medical Indemnity Insurance
• Life Insurance

Access to Salary Packaging: Maximize your earnings with up to $15,900 for everyday expenses and up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment.

Relocation: We've got you covered with comprehensive relocation support, including housing, utilities, a vehicle, and help with relocation expenses, so you can settle in comfortably.

Incentive Opportunities: Unlock the potential for additional rewards through the Workforce Incentive Program (WIP) for those in MMM3-7 areas and explore the possibility of earning a share of billings, following review of second year of operation.

Retention Bonus: 12 weeks Equivalent Pay following 3 years of continuous service, and 4 weeks for every 12 months thereafter.

Empowerment and Leadership: Lead with confidence in your clinical practice while helping shape a progressive rural general practice model that values innovation and your expertise.

Legacy of Impact: Join a renowned organisation with a deep commitment to providing vital healthcare services across Western Australia, particularly in its most remote and underserved regions.

The RFDS provides aeromedical retrieval services and primary health care across the largest health jurisdiction in the world, assisting more than 20,000 patients each year. From our bases in Perth, Broome, Port Hedland, Kalgoorlie and Meekatharra, our crews deliver exceptional health care to every corner of the state and are committed to the highest standards of clinical care, aviation safety and technology.

About Us

In 2024 the RFDS launched its new five-year strategy – Above & Beyond – which will lead the service into its centenary year in 2028. With a focus on expanding primary health care, growing profit-for-purpose services, strengthening our workforce, harnessing new technology and addressing our environmental sustainability; the RFDS in WA is striving to make a tangible and positive difference to the health of people in regional WA.

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At RFDS, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected, with a strong sense of identity and belonging, with the RFDS brand. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and allows us to better understand and serve our patients and community. We know that creating a culturally safe workplace that welcomes, accepts and embraces the diversity of our team, and reflects the community we serve, will lead to the best possible outcomes for our patients and community. We want all team members, no matter age, gender, nationality, ability, caring responsibilities, culture or religion, to feel safe, supported and empowered to be the best version of self in the best place to work.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.