• Clinical Freedom - No Retail KPIs: Full-scope optometry with long appointments, private billing and the opportunity to focus on genuine patient care.

• Advanced Clinical Practice: Modern equipment including OCT, OPTOS, Pentacam WAVE AXL, meibography and IPL, with exposure to complex ocular pathology and therapeutics.

• Outback Lifestyle & Career Growth: Live and work in Alice Springs with mentorship for graduates, optional remote outreach, specialty development opportunities and relocation support.

Take the leap and take your optometry career to the heart of Australia!

We are looking for a fully qualified, AHPRA-registered Optometrist to join our independent, full-scope optometry practice in Alice Springs (Mparntwe).

This is an opportunity to use your clinical skills to their full potential while providing high-quality primary eye care to some of the most remote communities in Australia.

With no retail KPIs, long appointment times and a strong focus on clinical excellence, our priority is understanding each patient's individual needs and providing the right solution for them.

About the role:

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Provide comprehensive eye care for patients of all ages

• Manage acute and chronic ocular pathology - an interest in ocular therapeutics is essential

• Manage contact lenses, dry eye and myopia control

• Conduct post-refractive surgery care and foreign body removal

• Assist across all areas of the practice, including frame selection

• Participate in remote community outreach programs (optional)

• Develop a specialty clinical interest if desired

Why you'll love working here:

• Independent, full-scope clinical practice with no retail KPIs

• Modern clinic equipped with OCT, OPTOS, Pentacam WAVE AXL, meibography, IPL and slit lamp cameras

• Loyal patient base and supportive team culture

• Private billing practice for more than 10 years, with patients who value quality clinical care

• Structured mentorship available for graduates

• No weekend work

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• Relocation grants available

Life in Alice Springs:

When you're not at work, Alice Springs offers an incredible lifestyle with a vibrant local community, sporting clubs, arts and festivals.

Step outside your front door and you'll have access to hiking, camping, rock climbing and spectacular national parks - with some of Australia's most iconic landscapes right on your doorstep.

Is this you?

We're looking for an Optometrist who is passionate about clinical care and wants the opportunity to work to their full scope.

Graduates are welcome, with structured mentorship available.

If you're ready for a unique professional opportunity and an outback adventure, we'd love to hear from you.

Your outback adventure in optometry starts here!

Northern Territory PHN (operating entity: Health Network Northern Territory Ltd) is seeking a fully qualified, AHPRA-registered Optometrist to join our independent, full-scope optometry practice in Alice Springs (Mparntwe). This is an opportunity to use your clinical skills to their full potential while providing high-quality primary eye care to some of Australias most remote communities.

With no retail KPIs, long appointment times and a strong focus on clinical excellence, our priority is

Sunrise Health in the Northern Territory is seeking a clinician to deliver comprehensive primary health care, acute care, and emergency services in remote communities. You will perform triage, first aid, stabilisation, and patient evacuation where needed.

The role requires registration with AHPRA, experience in remote primary health care, and strong teamwork with doctors, nurses and Aboriginal Health Workers. On-call duties and mentorship of trainees are part of the role.

• Work in a specialist multidisciplinary team supporting Aboriginal children and young people




• Make a meaningful difference across Central Australia, with opportunities to work in remote communities




• Apply your clinical neuropsychology expertise across FASD, ASD, ADHD and complex neurodevelopmental conditions

About the Role:

Congress is seeking an experienced Paediatric Clinical Neuropsychologist to join the Child, Youth and Assessment & Treatment Service (CYATS) team in Alice Springs/Mparntwe.

This is an exciting opportunity to provide comprehensive neuropsychological assessment and clinical recommendations for Aboriginal children and young people experiencing a range of neurodevelopmental disorders and complex conditions.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to assessment, diagnosis and intervention planning across conditions including Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

The CYATS team is expanding its capacity to provide services remotely, providing an opportunity for clinicians to work across both Alice Springs and surrounding remote communities.

About the Team:

You will work alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary team including:

• Neuropsychologists




• Occupational Therapists




• Speech Pathologists




• Aboriginal Family Support Workers




• Clinical Case Coordinators




• Senior Management and Team Leaders

The team works closely with Paediatricians and other medical specialists from Alice Springs Hospital, as well as allied health professionals across Government community health services.

You will also have access to specialised training and resources relating to FASD assessment and diagnosis through partnerships with external providers and research organisations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a complex caseload, providing evidence based and culturally safe neuropsychological assessment and treatment recommendations.




• Conduct comprehensive diagnostic neuropsychological assessments for children and young people.




• Prepare high quality multidisciplinary diagnostic reports and recommendations, including reports supporting NDIS access where applicable.




• Contribute to clinical case formulation and intervention planning.




• Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences and collaborative care planning.




• Apply contemporary clinical practice standards and culturally responsive approaches to Aboriginal Social and Emotional Wellbeing.




• Provide clinical supervision to less experienced practitioners when required.




• Contribute to the development of clinical practices, procedures and protocols.




• Maintain accurate and comprehensive clinical records.




• Work autonomously while actively contributing to a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A Master's degree or higher in Clinical Neuropsychology.




• Full AHPRA registration with Clinical Neuropsychology endorsement.




• Demonstrated experience in diagnostic neuropsychological assessment, case formulation and behavioural intervention.




• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team.




• Strong neuropsychological report writing and clinical recommendation skills.




• An understanding of Aboriginal culture, cultural sensitivities and issues affecting Aboriginal communities.




• A commitment to culturally safe and respectful clinical practice.




• The ability and willingness to travel to remote locations, including occasional overnight stays and travel by 4WD where required.

Desirable:

• Experience working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children, young people or families.




• Knowledge of NDIS processes.




• Experience working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.




• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.




• About Congress




• Central Australian Aboriginal Congress Aboriginal Corporation is one of Australia's oldest and largest Aboriginal community controlled health organisations. Congress provides comprehensive primary health care services to Aboriginal people across Alice Springs and surrounding remote communities.

Appointment Requirements:

Employment with Congress is subject to:

• A current NT Working with Children Check (Ochre Card).




• A satisfactory Criminal History Check.




• Pre employment medical assessment and drug screening, where required.

Central Australian Aboriginal Congress Aboriginal Corporation seeks a Paediatric Clinical Neuropsychologist to join the CYATS team in Alice Springs/Mparntwe. You will provide neuropsychological assessments and recommendations for Aboriginal children and young people with neurodevelopmental conditions.

Work within a multidisciplinary team to assess FASD, ASD and ADHD, contributing to diagnosis, intervention planning and NDIA supports where applicable.

Anglicare NT is seeking an Outreach Clinician to join headspace Katherine, delivering youth-focused mental health support to 12-25-year-olds. The role combines clinical practice with community outreach in Katherine and remote Aboriginal communities.

You will provide assessments, brief interventions, and family-inclusive care, working with the Wellbeing team, Elders and schools to ensure culturally safe, trauma-informed services.

Make a real impact in Katherine and remote NT communities.

Anglicare NT is a leading, quality-accredited community services organisation supporting Territorians across urban, regional, and remote areas. Guided by our values of social justice, cultural safety, and inclusion, we work alongside communities to create meaningful and sustainable change.

We are currently seeking an Outreach Clinician to join the headspace Katherine team and deliver youth-focused mental health support to young people aged 12-25. This is a unique opportunity to combine clinical practice with community engagement, remote outreach, and culturally informed service delivery.

• Part-time, 6-month contract - 4 days per week - $95,272.85 - $98,789.69
• Contribute to meaningful change for young people in Katherine and remote communities
• Access professional development, supervision, and opportunities for growth

About the Role:

In this role, you will:

• Provide clinical assessments, brief interventions, SST, and family-inclusive support
• Deliver services in Katherine and remote Aboriginal communities
• Work collaboratively with our Social & Emotional Wellbeing Worker and multidisciplinary team
• Promote mental health literacy through workshops, presentations, and youth engagement activities
• Build strong relationships with local Elders, community leaders, schools, and service providers
• Ensure services are culturally safe, trauma-informed, and responsive to community needs

About You:

You will be an experienced, youth-focused clinician who is passionate about working alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

You will bring:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications (Psychology, Social Work, OT) and professional registration
• Minimum 2 years' experience in youth mental health, ideally in outreach or community settings
• Skills in clinical assessment, brief interventions, and high-quality documentation
• Experience working respectfully in remote Aboriginal communities
• Excellent communication skills and confidence presenting to diverse groups
• Ability to work independently, manage time well, and build strong community partnerships

Requirements:

• NT Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card)
• National Police Check (within 3 months)
• NT Driver's Licence
• First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)

Job-specific vaccinations:

• Ability to meet visa/overseas worker compliance requirements