About this role
The NT Remote Locum Program (NTRLP) is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-led workforce program dedicated to strengthening healthcare services in remote communities across the Northern Territory.
We are seeking experienced General Practitioners to provide treatment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in remote NT communities. This locum-based role offers short-term placements where you will work on-site in remote clinics, delivering culturally safe, high-quality care in collaboration with Aboriginal Health Practitioners, General Practitioners, nurses, and support staff.
What’s in it for you?
- Fully paid locum placements ranging from 3 to 12 weeks, based in remote NT communities, with travel and accommodation covered by us.
- Cultural orientation and 24/7 support to help you transition into remote healthcare.
- Free CPD-accredited eLearning with the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM).
- An unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in Aboriginal culture and explore some of Australia’s most breathtaking remote landscapes.
What You’ll Need:
- A fellowship with either Royal Australian College of General Practitioners or Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine.
- Minimum of 250 hours of relevant full-time clinical experience working as a general practitioner within the past 12 months.
- Evidence of completion of current and previous triennium requirements and active participation in continuing education recognised by the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners Quality Assurance and Continuous Professional Development (RACGP QA & CPD) or Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine-Professional Development Program (ACRRM PDP) or other specialist college, as applicable.
- Evidence of current professional indemnity insurance as a General Practitioner (Level 1)
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
Join Us
This role offers the chance to make a meaningful contribution to remote NT communities while advancing your professional skills in a rewarding and distinctive healthcare setting. You’ll be supported throughout your placement and gain valuable experience while connecting deeply with the culture and landscapes of the region.
If you're ready for an unforgettable locum experience, apply now!
For further inquiries, please contact:
Sian Longley, Talent Acquisition Coordinator for Aspen Medical
[email protected]
We value diversity and inclusion and actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those from LGBTQIA+ and a diverse cultural background. We are a veteran-owned business and we encourage ADF veterans with appropriate skills and experience to apply.
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Other facts
About Aspen Medical
Aspen Medical is a global healthcare solutions provider. Our customers come from government, non-government organisations, global agencies and the private sector.
In 2024, Aspen Medical was recognised as a Winner of The Australian Business Award for Employer of Choice. In 2025, the company was recognised as a Veteran Employer of Choice by the Australian Government.
We have the expertise and experience to deliver innovative healthcare solutions in complex environments, especially those that are remote, challenging or under-resourced.
We are the only commercial organisation in the world certified by WHO as an Emergency Medical Team for trauma surgical operations and disease outbreak management.
But there is more to us than being a globally successful business. At Aspen Medical, we believe passionately that having a social purpose ensures that the business can benefit shareholders and the community. We aim to create a better world by the very act of conducting business and to be a positive force in society.
Our Vision:
A solution to every healthcare challenge
Mission:
To provide health services wherever you need us
Values:
Respect
Integrity
Compassion
Teamwork
The Pursuit of Excellence
Our Services:
Our team provides a range of flexible and tailored services and products to our clients. These include: • primary healthcare • emergency healthcare • aero-medical services • virtual health services • mental health services • hospital and clinic management • modular clinical infrastructure • environmental and public health services • occupational health • medical supplies including PPE • advisory services • training • health technology solutions.
What you'll do
- Provide treatment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in remote NT communities. Deliver high-quality care in collaboration with health practitioners and support staff.
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