Why work at Red Lily Health?
Red Lily Health offers rewarding employment opportunities in Aboriginal health care for health and other professionals. Red Lily is an evolving, friendly, culturally appropriate organization where we treat every employee equally. We offer lucrative employment benefits. Apart from this, we also offer career development opportunities and provide on-the-job training and assist with career development. To submit an expression of interest for a position not currently advertised, or to enquire about currently advertised positions, please call (08) 7925 0021 or email: recruitment@redlily.org.au.
Current Vacancies
HEALTH CENTRE MANAGER, GUNBALANYA, NT
PERMANENT LONG-TERM CONTRACT AVAILABLE FROM June 2025!
About us
The Red Lily Health Board Aboriginal Corporation (RLHB) is a regional health service dedicated to empowering Aboriginal people in the West Arnhem region. With a strong commitment to community-led healthcare, RLHB works to address key health challenges while striving towards a long-term vision of improving health outcomes. Our goal is to establish a regional, Aboriginal community-controlled model of service delivery—one that is culturally responsive, sustainable, and driven by the needs of the people we serve.
About Gunbalanya:
Located in the heart of Arnhem Land, Gunbalanya is a vibrant Aboriginal community situated 300km east of Darwin and 60km northeast of Jabiru, across the scenic East Alligator River. The town is home to a strong and connected community with a range of essential services and facilities, including:
- A school (pre-school to Year 12)
- Supermarket, service station, and convenience store
- Police station, crèche facilities, and aged care services
- Sports and social club, butcher, and community arts centre
- A communal swimming pool and sports oval, fostering an active and social lifestyle
Gunbalanya offers a unique opportunity to work in a culturally rich environment, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and a strong sense of community.
Access to Gunbalanya:
- Year-round via air charter from Jabiru Airport.
- Dry season (May – Nov): Road access.
- Wet season (Dec – Apr): The river crossing at Cahill’s Crossing, East Alligator River, is usually impassable.
More Information on the Regional Council Site: https://westarnhem.nt.gov.au/our-communities/gunbalanya
About the Role:
This role offers an opportunity to lead the Red Lily Clinical Services team based in Gunbalanya, delivering high-quality, culturally safe primary healthcare to the local community. Drawing on your extensive nursing experience, skills, and expertise in Aboriginal health, you will oversee the day-to-day management of a Remote Health Centre.
Success in this role requires a deep understanding of the key health challenges affecting Aboriginal communities, a strong foundation in Primary Health Care principles, and knowledge of the legislation governing remote health practice. This is a chance to make a meaningful impact, working in partnership with the community to improve health outcomes.
Benefits:
- Base Salary up to $139,300 pa
- Opportunity for flexible workplace arrangements
- Penalty rates for overtime and call outs + on call allowance
- Fares out of Isolated Lands allowance
- Generous leave entitlements (7+ weeks of paid leave, leave loading + additional leave accruals)
- Professional development leave
- Salary Sacrifice for up to $18,550pa (Not for profit)
- Relocation Assistance
- Accommodation provided including utilities
- Job stability and great team culture, working with a friendly and supportive team
In this role, you will:
- Deliver comprehensive Primary Health Care (PHC) using a multidisciplinary approach and endorsed protocols.
- Maintain accurate documentation and health records to ensure continuity of care.
- Provide culturally appropriate health education, supporting community participation.
- Support and promote Aboriginal Health Practitioners (AHPs) as primary healthcare providers.
- Engage in ongoing education and professional development for self and team.
- 6Contribute to Quality & Safety programs, including policy and protocol development.
- Participate in performance management and professional development activities.
- Assist with staff orientation to support teamwork and integration.
- Support the development and review of the Organisational Plan.
- Participate in a 24-hour on-call roster.
Our ideal candidate:
- Is a registered nurse with AHPRA and holds relevant post-basic or post graduate qualifications.
- Brings extensive experience and demonstrated skills in remote area nursing, with an understanding of the roles within a multidisciplinary primary health care team in Australian indigenous communities.
- Effectively interacts with people from diverse cultural backgrounds, demonstrating a strong grasp of Aboriginal health issues, cultural safety, and health determinants.
- Possesses knowledge and experience in implementing primary health care programs and navigating relevant legislation governing remote work practices.
- Demonstrates a commitment to quality improvement, workplace health and safety, research, education, and professional development.
- Has highly developed interpersonal, problem-solving, communication, and IT skills, and is willing to utilize health IT systems.
- Holds (or is eligible for) an NT manual driver’s license, police clearance, Ochre Card, and Land Council work permit.
- Is ready to travel to remote communities by air and 4WD, reside in a remote setting, and participate in a 24-hour on-call roster.
If this sounds like the perfect position for you, please attach a cover letter with your application addressing the essential selection criteria.
Click HERE to apply.
DIRECTOR OF MEDICAL SERVICES, DARWIN NT
Are you an experienced GP or Rural Generalist looking to take the next step in your career? Do you have a passion for providing quality primary health care in rural and remote Australia?
Join Us as the Director of Medical Services (DMS) in leading the development of a regional GP service, shaping the Future of Healthcare in the West Arnhem region of the NT!
About The Team
This Executive level role is a key part of the Red Lily Primary Health Care leadership team, delivering comprehensive primary health care services across the West Arnhem region. The position requires strategic thinking and strong clinical leadership, with a focus on collaboration across Red Lily teams, local communities, and external partners to ensure the delivery of high-quality primary health care services and improved outcomes for the region.
You will work closely with the Director of Primary Healthcare to implement and support the Red Lily primary health care service model, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and community needs.
About the Benefits
- Offering up to 0.4 FTE Darwin based. Ask us if you want to make this up to 1 FTE position!
- Benefit from a highly competitive pro rata salary that can reach up to $309,678 complemented by Superannuation
- Flexibility and work-life balance
- Ongoing training and ongoing professional development options
- Salary packaging of up to $18,550 per year (FBT Tax Free!)
- 6 weeks of annual leave (pro rata)
- Supportive team environment
- Explore the region’s unique landscapes and people, with opportunities for fishing, hiking and swimming in the picturesque surroundings
About the Role
A key focus of the role includes providing the Executive and the Board with advice on strategic planning and implementation of medical services. The DMS will share leadership of the Red Lily Health Clinical Governance Framework including high level support to all Red Lily Health Clinicians. The DMS leads the delivery of medical services in the West Arnhem communities.
Main Responsibilities
- Overseeing comprehensive primary health care service delivery and leading a multidisciplinary team.
- Developing and implementing systems for clinical care delivery and workforce management.
- Providing medical advice and establishing linkages with other health providers for optimum care coordination.
- Leading clinical quality, safety initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Managing and supporting the professional development of clinical staff.
- Enhancing service access and income through Medicare billings and referral pathways optimisation.
- Maintaining professional development and compliance with vocational registration requirements.
- Promoting a culture that respects and supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ health and wellbeing.
Please note: This role involves visiting remote communities on regular basis.
Before you reach out and apply, we need you to have:
- AHPRA Registered as a Medical Practitioner
- RACGP or FACRRM
- Experience in leadership and coordination
- Ability to provide clinical services across the remote areas within the West Arnhem region
- An understanding of and commitment to the principles of continuous quality improvement
- An understanding of how the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and Work Health and Safety apply to the delivery of primary health care services
- Demonstrated computer literacy, particularly in the use of electronic health record
- Ability to travel to remote areas for periods of time by road and light aircraft
- NT Ochre card and Criminal History Clearance
- Full rights to work in Australia.
Desirable: Previous experience working in a remote Indigenous health context.
We welcome the opportunity to discuss your individual career aspirations and work life needs. Click the apply button now lodging your expression of interest. We hope to work together for better Health in West Arnhem.
View the Position Description: Director of Medical Services_PD029
Click HERE to apply.
REMOTE AREA NURSES, GUNBALANYA, NT (MULTIPLE POSITIONS)
Bring your passion for health care to the heart of indigenous communities as a Remote Area Nurse.
About us
The Red Lily Health Board Aboriginal Corporation (RLHB) is a regional health service that aims to empower Aboriginal people in the West Arnhem region, seeking to address health issues in the community with the long-term vision improving health outcomes by establishing a regional Aboriginal community-controlled model of service delivery.
About Gunbalanya:
300km east of Darwin and 60km northeast of Jabiru across the East Alligator River in Arnhem Land. Gunbalanya is a major Aboriginal town in Arnhem Land, with a school (pre-school to Year 12), service station and convenience store, supermarket, police station, crèche facilities, aged care, sports and social club, butcher and community arts centre in the community.
Access to Gunbalanya:
- Year-round via air charter from Jabiru Airport.
- Dry season (May – Nov): Road access.
- Wet season (Nov – Apr): The river crossing at Cahill’s Crossing, East Alligator River, is usually impassable.
About the Role:
The position will be part of the Red Lily Clinical Services team (based at Gunbalanya) that delivers high quality and culturally secure primary healthcare to all people in the Gunbalanya region. You will be responsible for providing high quality and culturally appropriate primary healthcare to the community of Gunbalanya and surrounding homelands, including visitors. This position requires an understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal health, principles of Primary Health Care and relevant legislation governing work practices in a remote health setting.
You will be part of a team that includes Health Centre Manager, GP, Remote Area Nurses, Aboriginal Health Practitioners and administration staff working alongside community engagement workers, as well as a wide range of outreach specialists and service providers. The position will be supported by an experienced remote leadership team reporting to the Director of Primary Healthcare.
Benefits:
- Base Salary up to $130,000pa + Super
- Penalty rates for overtime and call outs + on call allowance
- Fares out of Isolated Lands allowance
- Generous leave entitlements (7+ weeks of paid leave, leave loading + additional leave accruals)
- Professional development leave
- Salary Sacrifice for up to $18,550pa (Not for profit)
- Relocation Assistance
- Relevant clinical staff provided with fully airconditioned and furnished accommodation free of charge including phone, internet and utilities while working at the health centre
- Job stability and great team culture, working with a friendly and supportive team
About You:
- Current registration with AHPRA
- Experience in remote area setting in Australia
- Proven clinical experience and adaptability
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A commitment to ongoing professional development
- Ready to travel to remote communities by air and 4WD,
- Participate in a 24-hour on-call roster.
If this sounds like the perfect position for you, please attach a cover letter with your application addressing the essential selection criteria.
Click HERE to submit your application to join our passionate team. We hope to work together for better Health in West Arnhem.
CLINICAL SYSTEMS AND QUALITY MANAGER (REGISTERED NURSE), DARWIN
Make a Real Difference in Remote Aboriginal Health!
Red Lily Health is looking for a passionate Clinical Systems and Quality Manager to lead quality primary health care across the stunning West Arnhem region. This is your chance to drive real change — shaping clinical systems, strengthening outreach services, and supporting teams to deliver culturally safe, world-class care.
Why Join Red Lily?
- Base Salary up to $139,300 pa
- Salary Sacrifice for up to $18,550pa (Not for profit)
- Office based centrally between Darwin City and Berrimah (Free Parking)
- Opportunity for flexible workplace arrangements
- Generous leave entitlements
- Professional development opportunities
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and maintain quality management systems related to primary care
- Monitor, interpret, and report on key health data to drive service improvements
- Manage and coordinate Red Lily’s outreach services and support multidisciplinary teams
- Develop and implement clinical systems that support chronic disease management and health screening
- Promote Aboriginal Health Practitioners as first-line care providers
- Drive accreditation activities and continuous quality improvement initiatives
- Manage human and physical resources, budgets, and Medicare processes
- Support workforce development through orientation, mentoring, and professional development programs
About You
Essential:
- Registered Nurse with AHPRA and relevant postgraduate qualification
- Extensive experience in Remote Area Nursing and multidisciplinary team management
- Strong understanding of Aboriginal health issues, cultural safety, and social determinants of health
- Expertise in interpreting health data and leading quality improvement activities
- Excellent interpersonal, leadership, problem-solving, and IT communication skills
- Ability and willingness to travel to remote communities by air and road
- Current Police Check and Ochre Card (or ability to obtain)
- Full Australian working rights
Desirable:
- Postgraduate qualifications in Public Health, Primary Health Care, or related fields
- Additional certifications in Child Health, Emergency, Midwifery, or Mental Health
- Business-related qualifications
- Knowledge of Northern Territory health legislation and policy framework
Ready to Change Lives?
Position description: Nurse_Clinical Systems and Quality Manager_PD035
For a chat about the role, contact recruitment@redlily.org.au
Please note: Applications will be reviewed as they are received. We encourage you to apply early to ensure your application is considered.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY NOW!
REMOTE AREA GENERAL PRACTITIONER, JABIRU NT
Embark on a Rewarding Medical Journey as a Remote Area General Practitioner:
Tell us your preferred schedule, and we’ll work with you to make it happen. Whether it’s a 4-on-2-off, 6-on-2-off, or something that suits your unique needs, we’re here to accommodate.
Seeking dedicated and passionate General Practitioners for a dynamic role available in Jabiru. This is an opportunity to be at the heart of developing a new service where your skills can make a significant impact in quality service provision and better outcomes for Indigenous people. This is more than a job, it’s a chance to be part of a community’s health revolution. This position champions community control and local involvement in the delivery of PHC services.
About us
The Red Lily Health Board Aboriginal Corporation (RLHB) is a regional health service that aims to empower Aboriginal people in the West Arnhem region, seeking to address health issues in the community with the long-term vision improving health outcomes by establishing a regional Aboriginal community-controlled model of service delivery.
About the Team
This position is a key role in the Red Lily Primary Health Care team that provides primary health care to more than a 1000 people in the West Arnhem region (including homelands). Engagement and collaboration with other communities and teams within Red Lily and beyond will be necessary to ensure that the communities receive high quality services and achieve optimal outcomes.
About Jabiru
You will find Jabiru 255kms east of Darwin offering a community lifestyle where you will be immersed in culture. Enjoy your time off exploring the region, fishing in the lakes, cooling off in the town swimming pool or taking part in the communities sporting activities which include golf, basketball, and tennis.
About the role
- You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary remote primary health care team, that manage client care throughout the lifespan, treat illness, promote wellbeing, provide education & training, and encourage community health action to contribute to better health outcomes.
- Your new role will involve the integration of Indigenous cultural imperatives in the delivery of healthcare in the context of an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service.
- Opportunity to work within a dedicated team to advance the health outcomes of the Aboriginal community in the West Arnhem region.
- Share in the development of a permanent GP service, based on the unique needs of the residents of the community.
- Experience a rare opportunity to work with one of the world’s oldest living cultures.
Benefits
- Benefit from a highly competitive salary that can reach up to $304,000, complemented by Superannuation.
- Salary packaging of up to $18, 550 per year.
- Medicare incentives up to 20% of total billing.
- Accumulate leave entitlements in line with your work hours.
- Relocation assistance and future development opportunities available.
- Accommodation provided, with access to vehicle outside clinic hours negotiable.
- Eligibility for Workforce Incentive Program (WIP) Doctor Stream payments of up to $35,000 in MMM6 locations.
- Share your clinical talents and experience with the Red Lily Health teams allowing for innovation, collaboration, and creative service delivery.
Our ideal candidate
- Holds specialist General Practitioner registration with Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA).
- Is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) or the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM).
- Is an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
- Has a broad-based primary care experience in a rural/remote setting, ideally in Indigenous health.
- Is culturally aware with knowledge of current issues impacting remote Indigenous communities.
- Accreditation or experience as a GP supervisor is advantageous.
We welcome the opportunity to discuss your individual career aspirations and work life needs. Flexible Fly-In-Fly-Out (FIFO) options considered, ask us how.
The Northern Territory PHN may be able to offer generous financial assistance to General Practitioners who are relocating to the NT or where they are moving within the NT, to a more remote location.
Embrace the opportunity to drive meaningful change in remote healthcare and submit your application for the General Practitioner role today. Your expertise can shape the future of community well-being.
For more information on who we are and what we do please go to: www.redlily.org.au
To apply click HERE
For the full position description, please click here: REMOTE AREA GENERAL PRACTITIONER
REMOTE AREA NURSE, JABIRU NT
About us
The Red Lily Health Board Aboriginal Corporation (RLHB) is a regional health service that aims to empower Aboriginal people in the West Arnhem region. We are, seeking to address health issues in the community with the long-term vision of improving health outcomes by establishing a regional Aboriginal community-controlled model of service delivery.
About Jabiru
You will find Jabiru 255kms east of Darwin. The township is surrounded by Kakadu National Park boasting wetlands, billabongs, and wildlife. You can enjoy your time off exploring the region, fishing in the waterways, cooling off in the swimming pool or taking part in the community’s many sporting activities. The brand-new modern health clinic opened in September 2024.
About the Team
The position will be part of the Red Lily Clinical Services team that provides primary health care in the West Arnhem region (including homelands). Coordination with other communities and teams within Red Lily and beyond will be necessary to ensure that the communities receive high quality services and achieve optimal outcomes.
About the Role
The position will be part of the Red Lily Clinical Services team (based at Jabiru) that delivers high quality and culturally secure primary healthcare to all people in the Kakadu region. You will be responsible for providing high quality and culturally appropriate primary healthcare to the good people of Jabiru and homelands, including visitors. This position requires an understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal health, principles of Primary Health Care and relevant legislation governing work practices in a remote health setting.
You will be part of a team that includes Health Centre Manager, GP, Remote Area Nurses, Aboriginal Health Practitioners and administration staff working alongside community engagement workers, as well as a wide range of outreach specialists and service providers. The position will be supported by an experienced remote leadership team reporting to the Director of Primary Healthcare.
Benefits
- Base Salary up to $130,000pa + Super
- Penalty rates for overtime and call outs + on call allowance
- Fares out of Isolated Lands allowance
- Generous leave entitlements (7+ weeks of paid leave, leave loading + additional leave accruals)
- Professional development leave
- Salary Sacrifice for up to $18,550pa (Not for profit)
- Relocation Assistance
- Relevant clinical staff provided with fully airconditioned and furnished accommodation free of charge including phone, internet and utilities while working at the health centre
- Job stability and great team culture, working with a friendly and supportive team
About You
- Current registration with AHPRA
- Experience in remote area setting in Australia
- Proven clinical experience and adaptability
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A commitment to ongoing professional development
- Ready to travel to remote communities by air and 4WD,
- Participate in a 24-hour on-call roster.
If this sounds like the perfect position for you, please attach a cover letter with your application addressing the essential selection criteria.
View the Position Description: Position Description – Remote Area Nurse 4 (022)
Click HERE to Apply.
GP LOCUMS
Seeking dedicated and passionate General Practitioner for a dynamic role in our Remote Health Centres in Warruwi, Minjilang and Jabiru.
About us
The Red Lily Health Board Aboriginal Corporation (RLHB) is a regional health service that aims to empower Aboriginal people in the West Arnhem region, seeking to address health issues in the community with the long-term vision of improving health outcomes by establishing a regional Aboriginal community-controlled model of service delivery.
About the Team
This position is part of the Red Lily Primary Health Care team that provides remote primary health care in the West Arnhem region (including homelands). Our GPs are supported by Remote Area Nurses and Aboriginal Health Practitioners, working as a team in delivering medical services, health screening and chronic disease management outcomes.
About the role
You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary remote primary health care team, that manage client care throughout the lifespan, treat illness, promote wellbeing, provide education & training, and encourage community health action to contribute to better health outcomes.
Your role will involve the integration of Indigenous cultural imperatives in the delivery of healthcare in the context of an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service.
Opportunity to work within a dedicated team to advance the health outcomes of the Aboriginal community in West Arnhem region.
Benefits
- Daily rate: $1,800 per day (plus GST)
- Travel to and from placement
- Accommodation, transport while on placement
- Share your clinical talents and experience with the Red Lily Health teams allowing for innovation, collaboration, and creative service delivery
- Explore the region’s unique landscapes and people, with opportunities for fishing, hiking and swimming in the picturesque surroundings.
Our ideal candidate
- Holds specialist General Practitioner registration with Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA)
- Is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) or the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM)
- Is an Australian citizen or permanent resident
- Has a broad-based primary care experience in a rural/remote setting, ideally in Indigenous health
- Is culturally aware with knowledge of current issues impacting remote Indigenous communities
- Accreditation or experience as a GP supervisor is advantageous.
For more information on who we are and what we do please go to: www.redlily.org.au
Email Us: recruitment@redlily.org.au
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