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Why Join UNE Life Healthcare Centre?

UNE Life Healthcare Centre (ULHC) is a cornerstone of the UNE community and the wider Armidale region.

By joining our team, you’ll be stepping into a role where your work directly impacts the health and wellbeing of the community. You’ll be part of a practice that values independence within a supportive, resource-rich environment. Our state-of-the-art facilities, wide range of services, and friendly staff make ULHC not just a place to work, but a place to thrive.

We’re looking for professionals who are not only skilled but also passionate about making a difference. At ULHC, your contributions will be valued, your ideas will be heard, and your work will have a lasting impact on a community that truly appreciates it.

Our mission is clear: to ensure that every individual student, staff or community member has access to the highest quality healthcare. We’re committed to understanding and meeting the unique needs of those we serve, delivering care that’s not only professional but also deeply compassionate.

We are an AGPAL-accredited General Practice, and our dynamic environment fosters continuous learning and development, making ULHC an exciting and rewarding place to grow your career.

Work with Purpose

Are you ready to make a tangible difference? By joining our team, you won’t just be filling a position—you’ll be filling a crucial role in a community that needs your expertise. Armidale is a vibrant, welcoming region, but like many rural areas, it faces a shortage of General Practitioners. This is where you can truly make your mark.

Take the next step in your career and join us at UNE Life Healthcare Centre. Help us build a healthier future for Armidale, one patient at a time.

Shape the Future of Healthcare in Armidale

Job opportunities

General Practitioners, ULHC

We are currently seeking General Practitioners to join our team at UNE Life Healthcare Centre in Armidale, NSW.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to focus on community health while contributing to a variety of aspects within the centre. Whether you’re interested in full-time or part-time work, we have flexible options available. In addition to providing comprehensive general practice, you’ll have the chance to engage in research initiatives with UNE Medicine. This position is salary-based rather than an independent practitioner.

If you’re passionate about community care, interested in research, and eager to take part in a dynamic caring environment, we invite you to apply and become part of our dedicated team.

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UNE Teaching Opportunities
GPs and health professionals are invited to apply for a clinical appointment and explore teaching opportunities. Interested? Contact the Executive Dean at Dean-MH@une.edu.au.

Discover Armidale: A Perfect Blend of Urban Sophistication and Natural Beauty

Armidale is a cosmopolitan urban centre set against the stunning backdrop of rural Australia. Conveniently located between Sydney and Brisbane, slightly inland on the eastern coast, it offers easy access to both cities and features a small regional airport. It’s a place where the charm of a sophisticated city meets the tranquillity of nature, offering the best of both worlds.

Nature at Your Doorstep

Armidale is surrounded by four breathtaking national parks, all within an hour’s drive. Explore the giant granite boulders at Cathedral Rock National Park, or marvel at the cascading waters of Ebor Falls along the picturesque Waterfall Way. The New England and Oxley Wild Rivers National Parks, both World Heritage-listed, offer incredible views from Point Lookout and trails that wind through lush rainforests, dramatic gorges, and pristine waterways.

Photo credit: My Waterfallway

Rich History and Culture

The city’s heritage is alive and well, with historic landmarks like the grand cathedrals and stately buildings that date back to the 1860s. To dive deeper into Armidale’s past, hop on the free Armidale Heritage Tour bus for an engaging 2½-hour narrated tour of the city’s most important sites.

A Hub of Education Excellence

Armidale is home to the University of New England, a globally recognised institution that has been attracting students and scholars since 1938. The city also boasts a range of top-tier preschools, primary schools, high schools, and TAFE making it a centre of educational excellence.

Vibrant Arts and Culture Scene

Armidale’s appreciation for the arts is evident in its lively calendar of events and festivals. The New England Conservatorium, New England Regional Art Museum, Hoskins Centre, Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Keeping Place are just a few of the venues that contribute to the city’s rich cultural tapestry.

Culinary Delights

Armidale’s dining scene is as diverse as it is delicious. Stylish cafés serve up great coffee and meals throughout the day, while restaurants, clubs, and pubs offer a wide range of contemporary Australian and international cuisines. Many establishments feature fresh, locally sourced food and wine from the surrounding countryside. In addition to the vibrant dining options, Armidale and surrounding areas host monthly and bi-monthly food markets and pop-ups, offering an ever-changing array of culinary delights that showcase the region’s best produce and artisan creations.

Pizza from Signor Vitelli Armidale Captured by Found Regional Magazine

Keeping Active

Whether you’re into hiking, golfing, or simply soaking in the fresh air, Armidale has something to offer. Enjoy outdoor pursuits in nearby national parks or challenge yourself on the 18-hole championship course at the Armidale Golf Club, where you might even spot a kangaroo or two. For a more structured fitness experience, SportUNE provides state-of-the-art facilities, fitness classes, and recreational sports.

Armidale also boasts a vibrant community sports scene. Participate in local events like Park Run, join netball or rugby competitions, and explore various other community sports activities that keep the local spirit alive and thriving.

More information for new recruits

A message from the Mayor

“Health professionals are a highly valued resource in our community, congratulations on choosing Armidale as your new home, I trust you will enjoy your time here … and if you are thinking of making the move, do it!”

Sam Coupland

Learn more about Armidale

Regional Australia Bank loans

Regional Australia Bank would like to support health professionals and skilled workers to regional NSW. Regional Australia Bank have partnered with Rural Doctors NSW (RDN) to provide discounted loans and other incentives to RDN staff and members. Similar incentives could be offered to Armidale health professionals, which include a 2% discount on the standard variable home loan rate offered as well as waived mortgage insurance fee for home loans up to 90% loan-to-value ratio.

Regional Australia Bank will offer discounted rates on business or commercial loans as well as offer financial literacy training to support health professionals with opening a business. More information can be found through contacting Regional Australia Bank.

Relocation Grants

There are numerous grants that get offered to GPs and other health professionals that relocate to regional and rural NSW. The value of the grant can vary based on the MMM rating of the region being relocated to. Grants can include:

NSW State Government: These grants are for health professionals relocating to a regional area to take up employment with a NSW Government funded service.

Primary Health Care: relocation grants can be offered through RDN.

RACGP offer Flexible Funding grant to GP Registrars and Supervisors who undertake or provide training in some New England towns, however Armidale isn’t included as an eligible location for a GP to claim the grant.

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110 Butler St, Armidale NSW 2350
Monday - Friday: 8.30am - 4.30pm

(02) 6773 2916

unelifehealthcare@une.edu.au

UNE Life Healthcare Centre, accredited by AGPAL, operates with independent doctors and is part of the UNE Life family. UNE Life enhances the experience of university students, staff, and the New England community through exceptional, people-focused services.

To be a leader in the delivery of world class co-curricular services that enhances the UNE experience.

The University of New England respects and acknowledges that its people, programs and facilities are built on land, and surrounded by a sense of belonging, both ancient and contemporary, of the world’s oldest living culture. In doing so, UNE values and respects Indigenous knowledge systems as a vital part of the knowledge capital of Australia.