Looking for a change from civilian healthcare? RAAF Base Wagga offers the opportunity to provide expert medical care to Air Force trainees in a supportive, structured environment with excellent benefits and career progression.
- No Medicare billings or admin required, fully salaried roles with quality support teams
- Up to $75,000 sign on and retention bonus + $5000 relocation assistance (negotiable)
- Choice of working days (Mon-Fri) and hours (between 0700-1600) with full-time or part-time contracts available (high flexibility)
Located at RAAF Base Wagga, this role places you at the heart of the Air Force’s technical training schools. You will deliver primary medical services to service personnel, ensuring the health and readiness of Air Force trainees. In addition to medical services, the base offers nursing, dental, mental health, and physiotherapy care. You’ll be working in standard hours from 0700-1600, Monday to Friday, with opportunities to contribute across both Wagga and Kapooka (Army Barracks) as needed.
The Benefits
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No Medicare billings – focus on patient care
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Competitive salary up to $413,000 per annum (pro-rata for part-time)
- Flexible permanent contracts, full-time, part time (as little as 1x day per week)
- Excellent sign on and retention incentives totalling $75,000 over the first 12-months
- $5000 relocation assistance for doctors willing to move to the region
- 20 days annual leave, 10 days sick pay and 2 paid CPD days per year
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Be part of a dedicated, multi-disciplinary healthcare team
- Access to salary packaging options and a wide range of employee discounts, and time paid ($2,300) to complete online onboarding training prior to starting
- Opportunity to pursue a career in Aviation Medicine through further training initiatives
- Enjoy living in the vibrant Wagga Wagga community, with its rich history and friendly atmosphere
The Role
- Delivering holistic primary health care in an outpatient setting, with a strong focus on Occupational Medicine and Men’s & Women’s Health including Sexual Health and Mental Health
- Educating and supporting patients, promoting wellness and healthy living, and assessing fitness to return to training
- Providing medical advice to relevant Unit Commanders and Health Centre Managers, and updating/maintaining accurate patient records on the online health platform
- Responding to medical emergencies and referring patients on to other Medical Specialists and Allied Health services as required
The Location
Located in Forest Hill (13 mins drive from Wagga Wagga), RAAF Wagga is known as the ‘Home of the Airman’ responsible for delivering Air Force Recruit training, as well as technical and non-technical Initial & Post Employment training to Air Force members. With approximately 1,600 personnel on-base, the Wagga Health Centre provides a range of primary care services including General Medical, Dental, Nursing, Mental Health & Psychology, Physiotherapy and Pharmacy, operating Monday-Friday from 0700-1600 hrs.
Wagga Wagga is a vibrant regional hub that offers an excellent quality of life. It boasts great cafes, restaurants, and a thriving arts and culture scene. With easy access to outdoor activities like hiking, cycling, and watersports, it’s perfect for an active lifestyle. The community is friendly, and the city is big enough to offer all the services you need without the hustle and bustle of a major city.
Requirements
Essential:
- FRACGP/FACRRM or Vocational Registration + full AHPRA registration as a Medical Practitioner
- Evidence of recent participation in CPD and a current CPR Certificate
- Australian Citizenship
Desirable:
- 2 years post-qualification experience as a GP in a private practice/outpatient setting
- Equivilent General Practice experience of 2 years full time in the last 5 years (3900 hours)
- Self-starter who is collaborative, with the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
GP Registrars who are close to obtaining their Fellowship will also be considered, previous ADF employees or ADF reservists encouraged to apply
The successful candidate MUST have Australian Citizenship, and will be required to obtain AGSVA Baseline Security Clearance.
To be considered for this opportunity, click “Apply Now” and forward us a copy of your CV. Alternatively, please contact Max Drakeley on 0432 154 407 for further details.