Locum VR GP - Indigenous Health | Napranum, QLD
Job details
| ID: | JREF-113894 |
|---|---|
| Type: | Locum |
| Salary: | $1850 per day |
| Location: | Queensland |
| Start: | 05/01/2026 |
| End: | 19/06/2026 |
| Published: | 09/09/2025 |
- $1,850 per day
- Flights & Accommodation Provided
- MMM7 Location
The opportunity
Take on a rewarding locum placement in Napranum, a small Aboriginal community located on the western Cape York Peninsula. You’ll work as part of a supportive team of nurses and Aboriginal Health Practitioners, providing culturally appropriate primary healthcare in a community-focused setting.
The clinic operates Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm, with Best Practice software and a minimum of 20 minutes per consultation. There are no after-hours, on-call, or weekend requirements, allowing for a balanced and meaningful locum experience.
Why you’ll love this role
- $1,850 per day
- Flights and accommodation provided
- MMM7 location – eligible for Workforce Incentive Program (WIP) payments
- Collaborative, supportive clinical environment
- Weekends free to enjoy Far North Queensland’s coast and wilderness
About the location
Napranum is a coastal Aboriginal community of around 1,000 residents, situated just 10 km from Weipa on the Gulf of Carpentaria. The community has a strong cultural identity and close connection to country, offering a unique environment to both live and work.
The nearby town of Weipa provides additional amenities including shops, cafes, and services, while Napranum itself offers access to stunning fishing, beaches, and cultural experiences.
How to get there
Fly into Cairns, then connect with a regional flight to Weipa Airport, located just 10 km from Napranum. Ochre Recruitment arranges all flights, ground transfers, and accommodation.
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 respect for Aboriginal communities
Apply now
This is a rare opportunity to make a meaningful impact in Napranum while enjoying the natural beauty of Cape York and the amenities of nearby Weipa.
If this sounds like something you would be interested in contact Skye Woolley on 0457 170 310 and quote job reference number JREF-113894.
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