FAQs
Q. What experience/qualifications do I need?
A. All health professionals need to have current unrestricted professional registration in their field. For a full list of the qualifications, experience, and documentation required for health professionals view our Health Professional Info pages. Should an individual not be granted credentialled they will be unable to work for RAHC.
Q. How do I apply?
A.You can apply online through our Jobs List page, either for a specific vacancy or as an open application to become an active candidate on our database. You can also request an application pack be mailed out to you if this is more convenient.
Q. How do I find out more information about RAHC?
A.Contact RAHC by completing the Register Your Interest form or contact us by phone - free call 1300 69 72 42, email enquiries@rahc.com.au or fax 02 6203 9598. RAHC’s People Placement team will then discuss your experience, availability and professional interests and answer any other questions you have about the program.
Q. What registration is required?
A. All medical and clinical personnel will need to be registered with the Northern Territory Health Professions Licensing Authority. This registration must be current and valid throughout the assignment. If you are not currently registered in the NT, RAHC's People Placement team will be able to assist with this process.
In addition, all medical personnel must be eligible to obtain a Medicare provider number.
Q. Do I need previous experience in Indigenous Health?
A. No. Previous experience is desirable but not essential. As you will be joining experienced teams, there will be clinical and cultural mentors available for guidance and support.
Q. Will Cultural and Clinical Training be provided?
A. All personnel will be required to participate in our cultural training and clinical orientation program prior to starting a placement. RAHC cultural training introduces health professionals to a range of cultural issues that are important to know about when working with Aboriginal people. These include information about the Kinship System and it's impact on cross-cultural interactions and the Aboriginal perspectives on death and dying. The clinical orientation introduces health professionals to the way health clinics work in remote areas, the use of the Central Australia Rural Practitioners Association (CARPA) manuals and associated references and the resources and personal strategies to be aware of in providing culturally appropriate care within an Indigenous remote community. RAHC's cultural training and clinical orientation is delivered through some advance reading materials and a two-day program delivered in either Alice Springs or Darwin depending on the location of the clinic or service that the health professional is going to work at.
Q. Would I become an Employee or a Contractor of RAHC?
A. Individuals can be engaged as either an employee or an individual contractor of RAHC. To be engaged as a contractor, an individual will be required to provide a current Australian Business Number. Employees will be paid on a fortnightly basis, and contractors will be paid on a monthly basis into an individual’s nominated bank account.
Q. What level of remuneration can I expect?
A. Each health clinic or service determine the remuneration level therefore there is no set fee per assignment. Individuals will be advised of the rates applicable to the location seeking the services of that particular health professional.
In the majority of instances, remuneration will be a flat fee that is inclusive of all penalties and allowances.
Q. Will RAHC cover my travel costs?
A. RAHC will arrange all travel from point of origin in Australia to the assignment site and return. Travel will be arranged from the nearest major airport and we ask individual’s to arrange travel from their home to the airport. For distances greater than 100km from the nearest airport, RAHC will assist in arranging appropriate travel to the airport.
Q. Who will arrange my accommodation?
A. The health service of clinic will provide suitable accommodation. Most of the accommodation is a furnished house/unit with cooking facilities. In some instances you may be required to share with a fellow health professional deployed to the same location. Where ever possible, you will be provided with your own accommodation.
In some of the sites, the accommodation will provide have internet access facilities and other telecommunications equipment. Further details on accommodation in a specific locale will be provided prior to the start of a placement.
Q. Will I receive further information when my placment is confirmed?
A. When a health professional is confirmed for a placement, RAHC will provide a Cultural Orientation Handbook and a community profile specific to the placement location.
