Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Recruitment
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Recruitment Australia-wide
Australia is facing a growing shortage of doctors in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) Primary Health, especially in regional and remote communities where culturally safe, consistent care is vital. These roles are about more than clinical coverage, they’re about building trust, supporting community-led care, and making a real impact on long-term health outcomes.
At DNA Healthcare, we connect skilled doctors with meaningful placements in Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs), remote clinics, regional medical services and outreach teams. Every placement is an opportunity to contribute to health equity, strengthen community trust and deliver care that truly matters.
Why DNA for ATSI Primary Health Recruitment?
We take a purposeful, community-first approach to Indigenous Primary Health recruitment. Every doctor is screened not just on paper, but on mindset, motivation, and cultural readiness. We ask the important questions early and we don’t pitch roles unless we’ve taken the time to understand the clinic, the community and the kind of doctor who will thrive there.
We don’t flood clients with options, we back our process and recommend only the doctors we truly believe in. With hundreds of successful placements across every state and territory, DNA Healthcare is trusted by doctors and communities alike to get it right.
Health Services: How We Help You
We partner with Aboriginal Medical Services and Indigenous-led clinics through a community-first recruitment process that starts with listening. Our initial consult goes beyond job specs, taking the time to understand your clinic, team dynamics and community expectations, because every service is different and deserves a tailored approach.
We rigorously screen doctors for cultural readiness and motivation, putting forward only those we trust to deliver consistent, culturally safe care. From short-term locum cover to long-term workforce planning, we stay involved through every stage, checking in, adapting, and helping you build a sustainable model of care that supports trust, continuity, and stronger health outcomes.
Doctors: How We Support You
Working in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander healthcare is complex, challenging, and deeply rewarding. It’s about more than medicine, it’s about trust, connection and delivering care that truly matters. The scope is broad, the relationships are real and the impact extends well beyond the clinic walls.
For doctors ready to step into this work, DNA Healthcare provides the clarity, preparation, and support you need to succeed. We offer honest insights into the realities of each placement (from clinic culture to community expectations) and make sure you're equipped with the right context, not just a job title and a start date. We stay involved throughout your placement and beyond, ensuring you feel supported, especially when challenges arise.
Whether you're looking to reconnect with purpose, broaden your clinical experience, or contribute to long-term health equity, we’ll help you find a role that aligns with your motivations and values. At DNA, we don’t just place doctors, we partner with you to make sure the work is both sustainable and deeply rewarding.
DNA Healthcare success stories
We’ve had the pleasure of placing thousands of healthcare professionals at hospitals and organisations across Australia. Hear about their experience with DNA Healthcare.
Genuine and unfiltered review: I am a Registered Nurse and have worked with multiple agencies. However, I have never felt as amazed as I do with the contract I am currently on with DNA Nursing Agency. Both Aruna and Sophie are wonderful. Since my first day with the agency, Aruna has consistently checked in to make sure I am doing well and addressed any issues I might have. No matter if it’s the weekend, she always answers my calls and happily resolves any concerns.
Nurse
DNA Medical Recruitment & Team members have been amazing to work with. Excellent services of support provided from start to finish for all of my contracts.
Special thank you to Martin! His professionalism has been exceptional. Martin’s positive encouragement and support given me the confidence to apply for and helped with new contracts. Always prompt, friendly and approachable to accommodate any needs.
Nurse
Good experience with DNA. Will and Andrew with whom I have dealt with work extremely hard to help finalise locums, very reliable and good communicators.
Doctor
If you are thinking about commencing a travel nurse journey, then I can highly recommend Lucy and the Team at DNA. I had tried on and off for almost 12mths and then it was Lucy who was able to secure my role in Tasmania.
The knowledge from the outset and the assistant along the way has been incredible. Nothing is too much trouble and the team are only ever a phone call/email away
Nurse
Chloe from DNA is an excellent recruiter. She communicates clearly from start to finish and provides constructive feedback and preparation for the interview. Her support was instrumental in making the experience both memorable and positive for me. I highly recommend hiring or leveraging her expertise.
Nurse
I have been with DNA Recruitment for almost a year now and my agent Ciara has been nothing but helpful along the way. She made the initial move to Australia less daunting and has always been there ready and willing to answer any of my questions. She’s locked in every nursing contract I have wanted, has taken the stress away and honestly has made my life so much easier. Thank you Ciara for being so amazing!
Nurse
I had a wonderful experience with DNA Recruitment Healthcare Agency. The agency is professional, supportive, and provides excellent opportunities for healthcare professionals.
I would especially like to acknowledge Aruna, who guided me throughout my entire journey. Aruna helped me with every step, from finding the right opportunities to settling into my nursing contract. She is extremely kind, polite, and always cooperative. Her support, encouragement, and positive attitude made a big difference in my experience.
Nurse
Beverley is the best agent for me – she responds efficiently, goes above and beyond in finding me the most suitable shifts, checks up on me to make sure I’m okay almost daily and you can tell she genuinely wants the best for you. Thank you so much, Beverley, for making everything so smooth for me!
Doctor
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