At DXC Medical, we work with Aboriginal Medical Services (AMS) across Australia to connect GPs with rewarding career opportunities.
Working in an AMS allows doctors to be part of a healthcare model that prioritises culturally appropriate care, community connection, and improved health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Our team understands the unique nature of AMS roles and can help you find opportunities that align with your clinical interests, training pathway, and lifestyle preferences.
Whether you're looking for a permanent position or locum work, we provide access to AMS GP roles across metropolitan, regional, and remote Australia.
DXC Medical partners with a range of Aboriginal Medical Services and community-controlled health organisations delivering primary healthcare to communities across Australia.
These roles are available in:
Many AMS clinics offer team-based care environments, where GPs work alongside:
This collaborative approach allows doctors to deliver holistic and culturally appropriate healthcare, supporting both immediate clinical needs and long-term community health.
AMS roles can be incredibly rewarding for doctors who value community engagement, continuity of care, and multidisciplinary teamwork.
These roles are well suited to:
Depending on the location and service, some roles may also be suitable for Non-VR doctors on training pathways.
AMS positions often appeal to doctors who enjoy building long-term relationships with patients and communities, while working in a supportive team environment.
If you’re interested in exploring Aboriginal Medical Service GP jobs, the DXC Medical team can help you navigate the opportunities available across Australia.
We work closely with both GPs and Aboriginal health services to ensure placements are the right fit for doctors, practices, and the communities they serve.
Browse current AMS opportunities or speak with one of our consultants to learn more about roles that match your experience and career goals.
Locum GPs are the backbone of rural and remote healthcare, especially in regions like the Far West of New South Wales. To better understand the locum experience from a practice perspective, we sat down with Claire Allan, Medical Workforce Consultant at Maari Ma Health Aboriginal Corporation, who shared her reflections on what makes locum work in Broken Hill so rewarding, both for doctors and for the community they serve.
Each year, Dr Amal travels across the globe from the UK to undertake a locum placement in Australia, a journey not just of miles, but of purpose, passion, and professional curiosity. With an extensive medical background and a commitment to exploring diverse healthcare systems, Dr Amal brings not only his clinical skills but a reflective, human touch to every placement.
DPA/MMM5 location eligible for RVTS, ESP, PEP SP, FSP, RGTS & ACRRM IP | Visa Sponsorship
Ongoing 2026 bookings | $1800 daily | Flights, Accom & car provided | Supported Practice | Perm options available | FIFO options available |
Feb - July 26 | $2000 daily rate | Flights, Accom & car provided | 3-week blocks min | Nursing support | Fly in Fly out or book 1 block
Feb - July 26 | $2000 daily | Flights, Accom & car provided | 3-week blocks min | Nursing support | Fly in Fly out or pre book 1 block
Feb - July 26 | $2000 daily | Flights, Accom & car provided | 3-week blocks min | Nursing support | Fly in Fly out options
Various dates throughout | Up to $1500 per day +Flights, accommodation & Car | Suitable for Expedited Pathway
Up to $7000/week + Travel, Accommodation & Vehicle | Aboriginal Health Service | Flexible work arrangements | Visa sponsorship available
Indigenous Health | Excellent facilities | Suitable for PEP/FSP, RVTS, RGTS, ACRRM Independent Pathway & PFP | 90 mins to Perth
$1600 p/day | Travel, accommodation & car | FIFO GP | Aboriginal Medical Service | Prebook 2026
Rewarding AMS | Fixed salary + accom | Suitable for RACGP PEP/FSP, RVTS, RGTS, ACRRM Independent Pathway & PFP | Reduced moratorium
FAQ – Aboriginal Medical Service (AMS) GP Jobs
An Aboriginal Medical Service (AMS) provides culturally appropriate primary healthcare to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Many AMS clinics operate as Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs), meaning they are governed by local Aboriginal communities to ensure healthcare services meet the needs of the population they serve.
These services often provide a broad range of healthcare including general practice, chronic disease management, preventative health programs, maternal health, and social support services.
Working in an AMS offers GPs the opportunity to deliver community-focused and holistic healthcare while working closely with a multidisciplinary team.
Doctors often work alongside:
Many GPs find AMS work highly rewarding as it allows them to build long-term relationships with patients and make a meaningful impact on community health outcomes.
No. While many Aboriginal Medical Services operate in regional, rural, and remote communities, there are also AMS clinics located in metropolitan and larger regional centres across Australia.
This means there are opportunities for doctors seeking both urban and rural practice environments.
Most AMS clinics recruit Vocationally Registered GPs (FRACGP or FACRRM).
Some roles may also be suitable for Non-VR doctors on recognised training pathways, depending on the location and supervision availability.
Eligibility can vary between services, so it’s important to discuss your situation with a recruitment consultant.
Yes. Aboriginal Medical Services are typically multidisciplinary healthcare environments.
GPs often work within teams that include Aboriginal Health Practitioners, nurses, mental health professionals, allied health clinicians and community outreach teams.
This team-based model supports a holistic approach to healthcare.
Many GPs are drawn to AMS roles because they offer:
For many doctors, working in an AMS is one of the most rewarding experiences of their career.
