Join a progressive organisation delivering community-led programs with the Northern Territory's largest Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service.
$121,719 - $128,641 per annum
Full Time,
12 month Maximum term contract
Commencing ASAP
* Advance your career through exposure to a variety of cases and ongoing professional development
* Become part of a dedicated team that values community and strives for positive outcomes for clients
About the role
We are looking for an Optometrist to join our Allied Health team.
Join us at Central Australian Aboriginal Congress, where your expertise as an Optometrist can make a profound impact on the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal communities.
Building upon recommendations stemming from a comprehensive situational analysis conducted by a respected consultant optometrist, you'll be presented with a unique opportunity to deliver essential eye care services to those most in need. Your role will ensure that every member of our community has access to top-tier vision care, promoting overall health and quality of life.
Become an integral part of Congress, one of Australia’s most experienced Aboriginal primary health care organisations. Collaborate with a dedicated multidisciplinary team, united in our mission to enhance health outcomes and effect positive change in the lives of Aboriginal community members across Central Australia.
Position includes occasional travel for outreach to remote communities.
What we offer:
Congress offers rewarding career options and a wide range of employee benefits including:
* Work that is community-led, impact-focused and a part of the bigger picture.
* Opportunities to grow, including 15 days of professional development per year, with pathways including master's programs and study placements.
* 6 weeks annual leave & 15 days paid personal leave per year.
* A flexible work policy including flexible start and finish times, compressed work weeks, part-time and casual roles, job sharing, remote work, hybrid work models and the possibility to purchase additional paid leave.
* Salary packaging for full-time, part-time and casual employees.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and value their diverse perspectives, experiences and contributions.
Applications will close when a suitable applicant is found.
For more information on the position please contact Laura Stuart,
Senior Manager Allied Health on 0491 064 113.
Simply complete the application process by clicking the Apply Now button and we’ll be in touch.
Congress are not accepting Agency enquiries regarding this role at this time.