General Practitioners

Make a real impact in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health across Chinchilla and St George

• Earn a competitive salary up to $390,000 plus super and a $300/week vehicle allowance
• Relocation assistance of up to $10,000 to help you settle in
• Enjoy free fully furnished housing or a $450/week accommodation allowance
• Work Incentive Payment (WIP) up to $35,000 per year and Advance Rural WIP up to $10,000 per year (for MM6 area)
• Medicare commission can significantly increase your annual take-home salary - especially with upcoming billing changes from November 2025
• Alternate options to join as an independent contractor with uncapped earning potential

The Heart of Healthcare in South West Queensland

Goondir Health Services
is a community-controlled Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health organisation that has been delivering holistic, culturally safe healthcare since 1994. With permanent clinics in
Dalby
,
Chinchilla
,
St George
, and
Oakey
, as well as a Mobile Medical Clinic for rural outreach, Goondir serves communities across South West Queensland.

"Goondir" means
"Medicine Man"
in the local Aboriginal language — a reflection of our deep commitment to healing and community wellbeing. Our core values of
Cooperation, Diversity, Respect, Quality, and Learning
guide everything we do.

Step Into a Role That Gives Back

Goondir Health Services is looking for
multiple full-time Vocationally Registered General Practitioners
across three major locations in regional Queensland:

• Chinchilla
• St George

These positions report to the
Senior Medical Officer
and form part of a multidisciplinary clinical team, delivering culturally safe, patient-centred primary healthcare to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Providing culturally responsive patient consultations (full cultural safety training and induction provided)
• Managing chronic disease and preventative health plans
• Collaborating with Aboriginal Health Practitioners and allied health teams
• Supporting maternal and child health, mental health, and wellbeing initiatives
• Utilising telehealth and local referral pathways
• Ensuring compliance with AGPAL and ISO clinical governance
• Participating in monthly peer support and professional development forums

You'll be supported by a wide clinical network, including access to dental services, cardiology (Heart of Australia), endocrinology, paediatrics, psychiatry, ophthalmology, optometry, general medicine, antenatal care, respiratory physicians (IROC), and a broad range of allied health programs.

The Kind of Doctor We're Looking For

To be considered, you must be a
Vocationally Registered (VR) GP
, holding Fellowship with
RACGP
,
ACRRM
, or an equivalent college, along with
unrestricted AHPRA registration
.

A minimum of
3 years' experience
in general practice is essential, ideally with exposure to
rural, remote, or Aboriginal health settings
.

You'll also bring:

• A strong understanding of cultural safety principles
  (or a willingness to develop this, with full training and support provided)
• Proficiency in Medicare billing and patient care planning
• The ability to work independently with a community mindset
• Interest in long-term regional engagement and continuity of care

You're a values-aligned, approachable, and proactive clinician that operates with integrity, cultural respect, and clinical diligence.

Ideal candidates will thrive in a collaborative team environment and are motivated to drive real outcomes in community-based healthcare.

Rewards That Reflect Your Impact

Your total remuneration package will vary slightly depending on your chosen clinic location. Key benefits include:

• Base salary up to $390,000
• $30,000 superannuation
• $300 per week vehicle allowance
• Free furnished housing or a $450/week housing allowance
  (location dependent)
• Work Incentive Payments (WIP)
  between
  $18,000 and $35,000 per year
  , depending on location
• Advance Rural WIP
  of up to
  $10,000 per year
  , based on skills, tenure, and eligibility

Click the "Apply" button to view a detailed breakdown of salaries, incentives, and housing support available for each clinic location.

In addition to these, all Goondir salaried GPs enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Salary packaging up to $15,900
  p.a. and
  $2,650
  entertainment benefits
• Relocation assistance up to $10,000
• 50% Medicare commission on monthly billings above $21,000
  —
  this can significantly increase your annual take-home salary,
  with further uplift anticipated due to new billing changes from November 2025
• Flexible weekday roster
  : Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm (no after-hours or weekends)
• Uniforms, CPD support, and cultural development included
• Work in a
  fully accredited AGPAL and ISO-compliant
  clinical environment
• Location-specific housing or allowance (see above)
• 4 Weeks Annual Leave (No Loading)
• 2 Weeks Personal Leave
• 1 Week Study Leave

Optional: Independent Contractor Model

• Daily rates from $1,600 to $2,000
  , based on skills and availability
• Commission available
  on billings
  above $35,000/month
• Ideal for experienced GPs seeking flexible short- or long-term engagements

You may choose
to commence as an independent contractor on a guaranteed daily rate, with the
option to transition to salaried employment
once you're settled and your patient base is established.

Ready to Join a Team That Makes a Difference?

Join a dedicated, multidisciplinary team committed to improving health outcomes and cultural wellbeing in regional Aboriginal communities -
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We look forward to hearing from you and supporting your next meaningful career step.