Your opportunity
Bupa’s ADF Health Services are responsible for providing integrated and seamless end-to-end health services such as primary and occupational healthcare, dental, physiotherapy, mental health and psychology services, pharmacy, occupational rehabilitation, and health administration. We also support delivery of pathology, imaging and radiology, vocational rehabilitation, hospital, specialist, allied health, patient transport and other off base services enabled by Bupa systems. We support the delivery of health services to 85,000 Defence Force members and their families across more than 50 locations in Australia.
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced GP to join the ADF team at Lavarack Health Centre part-time basis, 1 day per week.
This is 6-month fixed term contract which has the potential to turn permanent.
As a civilian GP within our Health Centre, you will:
* Provide General Practice consultations, referrals and health screenings
* Conduct occupational medical and health assessments for all defence personnel to determine employability and deployability
* Provide appropriate medical advice to Base and Unit Commanders regarding employability and deployability of individual members
* Provide advice and support to Base and Unit Commanders on general medical issues such as injury prevention, preventive medicine, disease control and hygiene
* Provide supervision Medical Officers in accordance with FRACGP guidelines
This is an incredible role for GP keen to practice interesting and diverse medicine, or a GP with an interest and passion for occupational health and sports medicine. Overall, this is your opportunity to make a real contribution to the provision of health services to our defence force members while working in a supportive and collegiate team.
About you
Please note: you must be an Australian citizen and be able to attain and maintain a baseline security clearance from the Defence security and vetting service.
We’re looking for someone who:
* Has excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Is a personable and passionate GP with a genuine commitment to delivering health outcomes for our defence member
You will also require:
* Current unconditional and unrestricted registration as a medical practitioner in Australia with AHPRA
* A Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP), Fellowship of the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (FACRRM) or Vocational Registration
* Accreditation as a General Practice Trainer at Principal/Lead Supervisor level or commitment to achieving his accreditation
Be at the heart of it with Bupa
This is your opportunity to make a real impact on the health services we provide in support of the Australian Defence Force and help shape the experience of defence members accessing health services and supports in their local health centre.
You’ll also enjoy all the benefits of working with Bupa in Australia including:
* Tangible employee benefits, performance incentives and discounts on Bupa products
* A supportive team where your contribution is truly valued
* Opportunity to build your career with a Global leader in healthcare
For more information, please Apply now or email your CV to our Talent Acquisition Partner, Aiden Wallage at aiden.wallage@bupa.com.au
A career at Bupa is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our customers and communities. Our purpose, helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives, is what inspires us. It's a promise to our customers to change lives for the better. Our people are at the heart of this. It's their passion, ideas and commitment that will shape a brighter future for both Bupa and our customers.
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Bupa is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring equality in recruitment, development, retention and promotion of staff and that no-one is disadvantaged based on their gender, cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or identity, or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.