General Practitioner

Gungahlin Medical Practice is seeking for  an experienced General Practitioner to deliver high-quality primary healthcare services.

• Step into a busy, well-supported clinic with a loyal patient base.
• Enjoy full autonomy with flexible hours to suit your lifestyle.
• Mixed billing practice with strong earning potential.
• DPA location – suitable for VR GPs under 19AB.
• Level 1 Supervision is available.

Benefits

• Remuneration range: AU$120,000 to AU$140,000 | Sign-on bonus for the right candidate | Support for relocation or DPA transfers (if applicable)Competitive remuneration.
• Well-equipped, modern consulting rooms.
• Supportive team of experienced nurses, admin staff, and allied health professionals.
• Pathology and allied health.
• Fully computerized systems (Best Practice).
• Opportunity to build long-term patient relationships.
• Ongoing professional development.

Task & responsibilities

• Provide primary medical care to patients of all ages — including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, referrals. 
• Conduct preventive health checks, immunisations, screening, and health promotion / education. 
• Manage acute conditions and chronic disease (diabetes, hypertension, asthma, etc.). 
• Conduct minor procedures where applicable (e.g. sutures, wound care, skin lesion checks / excisions). 
• Undertake women’s / men’s health services (e.g. family planning, antenatal or shared antenatal care, contraceptive insertions/removals). 
• Perform children’s health services (immunisations, developmental / paediatric assessments). 
• Maintain patient medical records in compliance with practice and regulatory requirements. 
• Order / interpret diagnostic tests, follow up on test results with patients. Provide referrals to specialists / allied health providers when required. 
• Participate in telehealth / online consultations if offered by the practice. 
• Maintain professional development: attend training, conferences; keep up with medical / legislative standards. 
• Comply with practice policies, clinical governance, and accreditation processes. 
• Collaborate with practice staff (nurses, administrative staff, allied health) to provide coordinated patient care. 
• Adhere to ethical, legal and professional obligations (privacy, informed consent, cultural sensitivities). 
• Engage with the practice’s quality improvement / audit programs. Manage scheduling / roster responsibilities in line with the other GPs.
• Provide after-hours or backup cover, if required by the practice. Maintain registrations / certifications (e.g. AHPRA registration, CPR certification).

Qualification & experience

• MBBS or equivalent.
• Current AHPRA registration as a General Practitioner.
• Fellowship with RACGP or ACRRM (or working towards it).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to high-quality patient care.