Director of Public Health and Medicine

  Date posted: 10 Apr 2025     Applications close: 07 May 2025
  Company: Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts
  Location: Christmas Island, Western Australia
  Job Type: Full-time
  Contact: Carla Rankin     0439215374
Description

Full time Ongoing Vacancy on Christmas Island

A Unique Opportunity in a Spectacular Tropical Paradise

We are offering a unique and highly attractive leadership position in a spectacular tropical Island Paradise off Western Australia.
Christmas Island offers an extraordinary opportunity for an experienced Rural Generalist or skilled General Practitioner with recent Emergency Medicine experience to make a real difference in a supportive, multicultural community surrounded by stunning natural beauty. Keen to further develop a true multi-disciplinary model of health care? Then we are looking for you to join us and lead the team as Director of Public Health and Medicine

Why Choose Christmas Island?

  • Spectacular Natural Beauty: Immerse yourself in crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, lush rainforests, and witness the world-famous red crab migration.
  • Adventure at Your Doorstep: Enjoy world-class snorkeling, diving, jungle trekking, and fishing in a tropical haven.
  • Rich Multicultural Community: Embrace a harmonious blend of Malay, Chinese, and Australian cultures in a welcoming and vibrant environment.
  • Family-Friendly Living: Benefit from fee-free schooling, safe surroundings, and a close-knit, supportive community perfect for families.

Position Benefits

  • Competitive Remuneration Package
  • Exceptional Leave Entitlements and Benefits
  • Work-Life Balance
  • Supportive Workplace and Community

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Fellowship with RACGP, ACRRM, or equivalent.
  • Recent experience in Emergency Medicine and rural/remote healthcare.
  • Advanced life support certifications (ALS2, APLS, EMST, or equivalent).
  • Current registration with AHPRA without limitations.
  • Australian citizenship and a Class C driver’s license.

Desirable Skills:

Applicants with experience or qualifications in the following areas are highly regarded: Women’s Health, Anesthetics, Teaching, Advanced Emergency Medicine, or proficiency in Malay or Chinese languages.

Application Process
For more information and to request the applicant information pack for the position, please email IOTHRTeam@infrastructure.gov.au and request the applicant information pack for position number 109097

Should you wish to discuss this amazing opportunity please contact Carla Rankin, Health Services Manager on 0439215374.

Full details available at:Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts