Senior Medical Officer (SMO)
Lead with purpose. Influence
systems. Make a lasting impact on Community.
At Galambila
Aboriginal Health Service, we believe healthcare is about more than treating
illness. It is about building relationships, strengthening communities, and
creating better health outcomes for future generations.
We are
seeking an experienced and values driven Senior Medical Officer (SMO) to join
our leadership team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of primary
healthcare for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people on Gumbaynggirr
Country.
This is an
opportunity to combine clinical excellence with leadership, mentoring, service
development, and clinical governance while working within a highly
collaborative multidisciplinary environment.An ideal opportunity for an experienced GP who is passionate about
mentoring emerging clinicians, influencing clinical practice, and helping build
a sustainable medical workforce.
Why Join Galambila?
Galambila is
a proudly Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation delivering
holistic, culturally safe, and community-led healthcare. Our vision is simple but powerful:
Stronger and healthier
together.
We are
committed to supporting our community to lead and shape their own health and
wellbeing journey through the delivery of comprehensive, culturally safe,
sustainable, and high quality primary health care services.
Everything we do is guided by
our organisational values:
Compassion
(Ngalanambaygal), Respect (Garla-Ngarraynggi), Empowerment (Balmuuna), Inclusivity
(Yilaminda Girrwaawa), Accountability (Gaarla-Gayigam)
As Senior
Medical Officer, you will have the opportunity to influence not only individual
patient outcomes, but also clinical systems, workforce capability, governance,
and organisational strategy. This role
directly supports Galambila’s Strategic Plan, helping strengthen access to
care, develop future clinicians, build workforce capability, and improve health
outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
About the Role
You will work
closely with the Practice Manager, General Manager Operations,
multidisciplinary leaders, and medical workforce to strengthen service delivery
and support positive health outcomes for Community.
Your Day to Day:
- Provide clinical leadership, supervision and
support to General Practitioners and Registrars.
- Support safe, evidence based and culturally
appropriate medical practice.
- Contribute to clinical governance, accreditation,
audit and quality improvement activities.
- Provide clinical oversight for complex
presentations and multidisciplinary care planning.
- Mentor and develop the next generation of rural and
Aboriginal health clinicians.
- Support organisational strategy, systems
improvement and service development initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to improve patient outcomes,
service integration and clinical efficiency.
- Champion culturally safe and community-centred
healthcare.
About You
You are an experienced medical
practitioner who enjoys leading others, building capability, and contributing
to broader organisational success.
To be successful in this role,
you will have:
- Current registration as a Medical Practitioner with
AHPRA
- Fellowship with RACGP or ACRRM (or equivalent
specialist General Practice recognition)
- Accredited GP Supervisor status with RACGP or
ACRRM, or willingness to obtain supervisor accreditation (highly
desirable)
- Demonstrated experience in clinical leadership,
supervision and mentoring
- Strong understanding of clinical governance, risk
management and quality improvement frameworks
- Experience supporting multidisciplinary and
integrated models of care
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement
skills
- A commitment to culturally safe healthcare and
improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
- The ability to balance strategic thinking with
practical clinical leadership.
Experience working within an
Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO) or rural and remote
health setting will be highly regarded.
Why You’ll Love Working With
Us
- Flexible working arrangements available. Monday to Friday service model
- Competitive remuneration package negotiable based
on experience
- Salary packaging benefits available
- Ongoing professional development and leadership
opportunities
- Beautiful coastal lifestyle in Coffs Harbour
- Relocation assistance may be available through
relevant government programs.
Live and Work on Gumbaynggirr
Country
Imagine
finishing work and heading to the beach, rainforest, river, or mountains within
minutes.
Coffs Harbour
offers an exceptional lifestyle with affordable living, strong community
connections, excellent schools, and endless outdoor opportunities. It is the
ideal location for professionals seeking both career satisfaction and lifestyle
balance.
How to Apply
This is more
than a leadership role. It is an opportunity to contribute to stronger health
outcomes, support future clinicians, and help shape the future of Aboriginal
health services in our region.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Human Resources at hr@galambila.org.au or phone 02 6652 0800
