- NO Medicare Bulk Billing/Private Health Insurance Claims.
- Structured working hours, start and finish on time | 0730 to 1530
- Multi-disciplinary team of health professionals and supporting administration staff.
Join our team as a General Practitioner and help to provide essential support to active ADF members. In this role, you will work in a modern, well-equipped facility alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional care.
Details of Appointment
Provide essential support to active ADF members on a part-time or full-time fixed term engagement, working up to 37.5 hours per week from Monday to Friday (no weekends).
About Us
ADF Health Services provides integrated healthcare services to Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel across Australia. As part of this contract, Serco, in partnership with Bupa, provide defence-ready clinical and support staff across 50+ on-base locations nationally, ensuring that ADF personnel have access to quality on-site medical care.
To learn more please visit www.serco.com/ahsc
About the role
As the General Practitioner, you will provide high-quality primary medical care in line with professional standards and Defence protocols. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic healthcare, assess fitness for duty and support pre- and post-deployment medical needs, offer expert medical advice to Defence leadership and work across both outpatient and inpatient care settings, as needed.
As the ideal applicant you will have:
• A current unconditional and unrestricted registration as a Medical Practitioner, General in Australia with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP), Fellowship of the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (FACRRM), Vocational Registration or equivalent suitable experience and training as assessed by the Commonwealth
• At least 2 years' full-time experience in general practice setting within the last 5 years
• Recent participation in Continuous Professional Development (CPD) activities in accordance with AHPRA
• A current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (HLTAID009) certification
• Australian Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a baseline Defence Security Clearance
About the Location
Larrakeyah Health Centre is located at the Larrakeyah Barracks in Darwin City. Larrakeyah Defence Precinct is a unique tri-service Defence base directly supporting ADF operations & training. It is the home port of HMAS Coonawarra for Navy Patrol Boats and two Army Landing Craft. The facility has a routine dependency of 1100 personnel which surges every 3 months to conduct pre and post deployment medicals. The health centre provides primary medical, nursing, mental health, dental, physiotherapy and pharmaceutical services. Standard operating hours are generally 07:30 – 15:30 Monday – Friday (depending on role requirements).
Working in Serco
Serco is a trusted partner of the Australian Defence Force, providing integrated healthcare across 40+ bases. In this role, you’ll enjoy career stability, government-backed contracts, and a highly supportive team. Working with us on this specific contract means that you are able to make a meaningful impact in supporting Australia's defence personnel. We offer a variety of options for a long-term or short-term tenure and may be taken as part-time or full-time role. This specific role is a fixed term engagement which commences as soon as the successful applicant meets the set requirements until the 31st January 2026, with a view to extend or transition into a permanent position.
We offer a great working environment with benefits designed to support your life and career, including:
• Work-life balance – predictable working hours where you can finish on time at every shift
• Paid CPD, volunteer, and reservist leave
• A variety of Corporate discounts through our benefits program
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Parking onsite
Want to know more?
For a confidential chat, reach out to Polly at 08 8432 2544 or email polly.buerano@serco-ap.com or select a time that suits you for a confidential discussion through this link: https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/SercoInterview@serco.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/
Explore other exciting opportunities visiting: sercocareers.com/ADF-Health-Services.
