­­­­­Aboriginal Health in Aboriginal Hands

Deliver Optometry services with the Northern Territory's largest Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation.

• Base Salary: $121,719 - $128,641 (p.a.)
• Total Effective Package: $149,579 - $157,437 (p.a.)*
• Full Time, 12 month Maximum term contract
• Commencement January 2025

Why Central Australian Aboriginal Congress?

Congress has expanded to become the largest Aboriginal community-controlled health organisation in the Northern Territory and are one of the most experienced Aboriginal primary health care services in the country. 

Congress provides a comprehensive, holistic and culturally-appropriate primary health care service to Aboriginal people living in and nearby Alice Springs, including five remote communities, it is a strong political advocate of closing the gap on Aboriginal health disadvantage and a national leader in improving health outcomes for all Aboriginal people.

Working with Central Australian Aboriginal Congress not only offers rewarding career options, but a wide range of employee benefits including;

• Competitive salaries
• Six (6) weeks' annual leave
• Generous salary packaging
• A strong commitment to Professional Development
• Relocation assistance (where applicable)

About the role

We are looking for an Optometrist to join our Allied Health team.

Join us at Central Australian Aboriginal Congress, where your expertise as an Optometrist can make a profound impact on the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal communities.

Building upon recommendations stemming from a comprehensive situational analysis conducted by a respected consultant optometrist in 2023, you'll be presented with a unique opportunity to deliver essential eye care services to those most in need. Your role will ensure that every member of our community has access to top-tier vision care, promoting overall health and quality of life.

Become an integral part of Congress, one of Australia’s most experienced Aboriginal primary health care organisations. Collaborate with a dedicated multidisciplinary team, united in our mission to enhance health outcomes and effect positive change in the lives of Aboriginal community members across Central Australia.

Position includes occasional travel for outreach to remote communities.

For more information on the position please contact Laura Stuart

Acting Senior Manager – Allied Health on 0491 064 113.

Applications will close when a suitable applicant is found.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are strongly encouraged to apply.

*Total effective package includes: base salary, district allowance, superannuation, leave loading, and estimated tax saving from salary packaging options.

Simply complete the application process by clicking the Apply Now button and we’ll be in touch.