Aboriginal Health Practitioner

MDAS reason for being is described by our Elders as:

• Employed by our Community to work for our Community engaging educating and empowering individuals families and our Community in their journey to selfdetermination.
• MDAS is committed to becoming a leading Aboriginal organisation known for making a practical difference in clients lives families and the community.
• This is underpinned by our LORE the foundation of who we are what we do and why we do it.
• Our services people and culture are guided by strong leadership and meaningful engagement with community and MDAS teams.

MDAS exists to:

• Heal support serve and protect our communities throughout the Mallee region.
• Strengthen resilience and capability so Aboriginal people and families can be their best selves and exercise true selfdetermination.
• Care for empower motivate and guide our Mob.

The Aboriginal Health Practitioner (AHP) provides primary clinical health care services to clients attending the Aboriginal Health Service both within the clinic and in community settings. This role works as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive and culturally safe care.

Key priority areas include:

• Access to Primary Health Care Services
• Health promotion
• Health prevention
• Chronic disease management
• Eye ear and oral health
• Palliative care support

This includes:

• Advising and assisting nonAboriginal clinical staff on cultural community and language matters that may impact client care.
• Providing advice and clinical care within the AHP Scope of Practice under the direction of a Registered Nurse/Midwife or Medical Practitioner.
• Liaising with SCHC Palliative Care staff to provide advocacy and support to Aboriginal clients affected by terminal illness.

• Provide clinical services within the AHP Scope of Practice and consistent with qualifications.
• Contribute to Aboriginal Health Checks and perform basic physical assessments.
• Provide 1:1 patient education on healthy lifestyle choices and services available from external agencies.
• Assist clients with organising referrals including appointments and transport.
• Advocate for clients regarding health concerns when requested.
• Submit claim forms under own provider number for eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients.

• Complete required data entry and reporting as per the KPI Quality Improvement Summary and external reporting requirements (Department of Health VACCHO etc.).
• Complete recalls and reminders weekly.
• Ensure documentation meets professional and organisational standards.

• Support health promotion program development delivery and monitoring.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with other agencies to benefit clients and MDAS.
• Promote client selfmanagement and maximise Medicare item utilisation aligned with AHP scope.

• Uphold values that respect historical and contemporary Aboriginal cultures.
• Comply with all Quality Risk OHS legislation policies and safe work practices.
• Actively monitor and contribute to quality and safety improvements.
• Participate in internal and external audits.

• Contribute positively to MDAS culture values and reputation.
• Demonstrate MDAS Competencies as listed above.

• Provides highquality efficient services within Scope of Practice.
• Focus on client satisfaction and maintaining service standards.

• Builds and sustains effective client relationships.
• Demonstrates strong understanding of Indigenous cultures and issues affecting Aboriginal communities.
• Communicates sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

• Understands stakeholder needs and negotiates to implement effective solutions.
• Maintains confidentiality and ethical practice.

• Provides services that respect and include Aboriginal people.
• Actively engages in cultural learning to strengthen relationships and service outcomes.

• Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care (Practice or Community).
• Current practising registration with AHPRA including professional indemnity cover.
• Current Drivers Licence valid in Australia.
• Employee Working with Children Check.
• National Police Check.

• MDAS is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children at all times. As a child safe organisation employment with MDAS is subject to satisfactory national police check and Working with Children Check in Victoria prior to commencement of paid or voluntary work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.