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Congress is one of Australia’s most experienced and respected Aboriginal community-controlled health organisations. For over 50 years, we have delivered culturally responsive, community-controlled primary healthcare to Aboriginal people living in Alice Springs (Mparntwe) and surrounding remote communities.
We are currently recruiting General Practitioners across a range of town, remote, specialist and leadership roles, offering exceptional clinical scope, strong multidisciplinary support, competitive remuneration and a lifestyle that many people come for — and stay for.
At Congress, your work is Aboriginal-led, impact-focused and part of a bigger picture.
As an Aboriginal community-controlled health service, everything we do is grounded in self-determination, cultural integrity and evidence-based care.
You’ll work alongside Aboriginal Health Practitioners, nurses, allied health professionals and specialist teams, delivering holistic primary healthcare that addresses not only clinical needs, but the broader social, cultural and environmental determinants of health.
Working in Central Australia offers clinical experiences and professional growth that simply aren’t available in city-based practice. At Congress, our GPs:
Congress is a values-driven organisation with a strong sense of connection and belonging. Our staff often describe Congress as more than a workplace — it’s a community.
Whether you’re attending local events, enjoying the arts and culture of Mparntwe, or connecting with colleagues across town and remote clinics, you’ll quickly feel supported and welcomed.
Living and working in Central Australia means redefining work-life balance.
From the West MacDonnell Ranges to iconic events like Parrtjima and Desert Mob, Central Australia offers a lifestyle that is rich, active and deeply connected to culture and Country.
Want to learn more about living and working in Central Australia and for Congress? Download our prospectus.
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General Practitioner
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