Locum VR GP - Indigenous Health | Aurukun, QLD

• $2,000 per day
• Flights & Accommodation Provided
• MMM7 Location

The opportunity

This is a rewarding chance to provide primary healthcare in Aurukun, a remote Indigenous community on the western coast of Cape York Peninsula. You’ll work alongside another GP, supported by nurses and Aboriginal Health Practitioners, delivering high-quality, culturally sensitive care.

The clinic uses Best Practice software with a minimum of 20 minutes per consultation. Hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm, with no weekend, on-call or after-hours work required. Minimum commitment is three weeks.

Why you’ll love this role

• $2,000 per day
• Flights and accommodation included
• MMM7 location – eligible for Workforce Incentive Program (WIP) payments
• Supportive team with GP, nursing and Aboriginal Health Worker support
• No after-hours or weekend work

About the location

Aurukun is a close-knit Aboriginal community of around 1,200 people, located on the western coast of Cape York Peninsula. The region is surrounded by rivers, wetlands and diverse wildlife, offering a unique natural setting alongside deep cultural traditions.

Working here provides a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in a remote community while experiencing the untouched beauty of Far North Queensland.

How to get there

Fly into Cairns, then connect with a regional service to Aurukun Airport. Ochre Recruitment arranges all flights and accommodation for your placement.

Essential criteria

• Fellowship with RACGP and/or ACRRM
• Current AHPRA Specialist GP Registration
• Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Experience in rural or remote healthcare, ideally Indigenous health
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity in Aboriginal health contexts

Apply now

This is an exceptional opportunity to combine meaningful work in Indigenous health with the adventure of Far North Queensland.