Medical Advisor
- Provide clinical expertise to improve Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health outcomes.
- Lead initiatives and projects supporting health checks and education.
- Collaborate with stakeholders and represent RACGP/NACCHO at various events.
- Member Experience
- National Faculties - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health
- Flexible location
- Part Time, Permanent
19/10/2026
- $245,757.49 FTE pro-rated + Super + ability to salary package up to $15,900 tax free for living expenses under the RACGP’s health promotion charity status
- Part time (0.4 FTE), permanent opportunity
- Flexible location with WFH opportunities
About the role
As our Medical Advisor, you’ll provide clinical expertise and lead initiatives to improve Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health outcomes. Reporting to the Manager, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health, you’ll support the RACGP/NACCHO 4th National Guide, the Faculty’s education, policy and advocacy work and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
As our Medical Advisor, you'll also:
- Provide expert clinical advice to inform Health checks, Faculty education, training, policy and advocacy initiatives.
- Lead projects that improve Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health outcomes and support the Australian General Practice Training Program.
- Represent the RACGP/NACCHO project and the Faculty at meetings, conferences and in publications, providing specialist advice across the College.
- Monitor research and policy developments to inform the RACGP/NACCHO project, support the Faculty’s work and contribute to the National Guide to Preventive Healthcare for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.
Skills & Experience
- Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
- Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery or equivalent, with FRACGP
- GP experience in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities
- Experience in undergraduate or postgraduate medical education
- Understanding of Aboriginal Community Control and SDoH
Benefits of working with us
- Maximise your pay – Salary package up to $15,900 tax-free for living expenses, plus additional options for meals, entertainment and novated leases.
- Extra paid leave – Cultural, ceremonial, gender transition and volunteer leave
- Work–life balance – Flexible hybrid work opportunities nationwide
- Career development – A commitment to your career development, with a clear Capability Framework to guide your progression, and a contemporary professional development program to build your skills.
- Join a leader – Be part of Australia’s largest specialist medical college
About the RACGP
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) represents GPs across Australia. For over 60 years, we’ve supported the health system by setting education and practice standards, advocating for GP wellbeing and leading professional development. We deliver training through community-based models, including the Australian General Practice Training Program, to equip GPs for whole-person care.
How to apply
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Visit our careers page for details on the recruitment process and to view the position description. Applications will be reviewed as they’re received and may close early if the right candidate is found.
Please note: We do not accept applications from recruitment agencies for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
Applications close: Friday 30 October 2026, 11:59PM AEDT
We value diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those with disabilities, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. If you need support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please mention it in your application.
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