When I'm not at work I enjoy participating in Ocean Swims and spending time with my family
Katie Gordon
Coffs Harbour,NSW
Summary
Dedicated VR General Practitioner (FRACGP) committed to improving Indigenous health and ehancing access to healthcare in rural and remote communities. Currently expanding knowledge and skills in Skin Cancer Medicine. Other interests include chronic disease management, women's health, and mental health. Recognized for the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a team environment, ensuring high-quality patient care. Passionate about continuous personal and professional development to better serve diverse communities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
VR GP
Galambila Aboriginal Medical Service
08.2021 - Current
- Employed at Galambila Aboriginal Health Service Coffs Harbour NSW (part-time)
- Provided supervision and teaching to medical students.
- Integrated care provided with specialists, allied health practitioners and aboriginal health practitioners
VR GP
Almeda Healthcare
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Part-time work in general practice
- Provided skin cancer checks
- Performed punch biopsies and simple elliptical excisions
VR GP
Tobwabba Aboriginal Medical Service
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Employed at Tobwabba Aboriginal Medical Service, Forster NSW (part-time)
- Collaborated with specialists, allied health practitioners and aboriginal health practitioners to ensure culture safe care and improved health outcomes.
GP Term 2 & 3, Extension & Awaiting Fellowship
Tobwabba Aboriginal Medical Service
06.2018 - 02.2021
- Tobwabba Aboriginal Medical Service, Forster NSW (Full time 6/8/18 – 3/2/19; Part-time 3/2/19 – 20/11/2021)
- Supervisor: Dr. K Nicholls
GP Term 1 & 2
Southlakes Medical Group
02.2018 - 08.2018
- part time
After hours care
National Home Doctor Service (NHDS)
10.2017 - 05.2018
- Casual work attending to patients in their homes. Monthly mentor meetings attended.
- Skilled at working efficiently and independently
- N.B. Category 1 leave from AGPT 16/6/17 – 5/2/18
GP Term 1
Scone Medical Practice
02.2017 - 06.2017
- Scone Medical Practice (full time). Oncall for the Scott Memorial Hospital, Scone, once a week and 1 in 4 weekends. Attended to patients at the Strathearn Village Nursing Home routinely once a month and also when required.
- Term Supervisors: Dr. T Kimpton & Dr. S Sylvester
Senior Resident Medical Officer
The Maitland Hospital & Kurri Kurri District Hospital
02.2016 - 02.2017
- Completed hospital rotations in General Medicine, Rehabilitation, Palliative Care, Paediatrics and Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Medical Registrar
Hunter New England Health
02.2015 - 01.2016
- Completed rotations in General Medicine and Medical Oncology at various hospitals including Tamworth Base Hospital, The Calvary Mater Hospital, Belmont Hospital and The Maitland Hospital
Resident Medical Officer
Hunter New England
02.2014 - 02.2015
- Terms included General Medicine at Armidale Hospital, Cardiology at John Hunter Hospital, Infectious Diseases at John Hunter Hospital and Emergency Medicine at The Calvary Mater Hospital.
Internship
John Hunter Hospital
01.2013 - 02.2014
- Infectious Diseases, Neurology, General Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery at John Hunter Hospital
- Rankin Park Rehabilitation Centre (Geriatrics)
- Manning Base Hospital Accident & Emergency
Education
Fellowship -
Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
02-2021
Bachelor of Medicine - undefined
University of Newcastle/University of New England
01.2012
Bachelor of Biomedical Science -
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD01.2008
Skills
- Mental Health - Focused Psychological Strategies
- Experience in Addiction and Pain Medicine
- Knowledgeable in Women's Health - implanon insertion, antenatal care, menopause management
- Extended experience in Indigenous Health providing culture appropriate care
- Competent in punch biopsies, cryotherapy and simple elliptical excisions
- Workers compensation evaluations
- Proficient in the use of Medical Director and Pracsoft, competent with using Best Practice
Certification
2025 - Certificate of Skin Cancer Medicine - Skin Cancer College of Australiasia
2023 - RACGP Focused Psychological Strategies skills training completed
2021 - RACGP Alcohol & Other Drugs GP Education Program – Treatment Skills Training
2017 - Mental Health Care Plan training Blackdog Institute
2016- Diploma of Project Management – Agency of Clinical Innovation
Interests
Timeline
VR GP
Almeda Healthcare
04.2025 - 07.2025
VR GP
Galambila Aboriginal Medical Service
08.2021 - Current
VR GP
Tobwabba Aboriginal Medical Service
01.2021 - 06.2021
GP Term 2 & 3, Extension & Awaiting Fellowship
Tobwabba Aboriginal Medical Service
06.2018 - 02.2021
GP Term 1 & 2
Southlakes Medical Group
02.2018 - 08.2018
After hours care
National Home Doctor Service (NHDS)
10.2017 - 05.2018
GP Term 1
Scone Medical Practice
02.2017 - 06.2017
Senior Resident Medical Officer
The Maitland Hospital & Kurri Kurri District Hospital
02.2016 - 02.2017
Medical Registrar
Hunter New England Health
02.2015 - 01.2016
Resident Medical Officer
Hunter New England
02.2014 - 02.2015
Internship
John Hunter Hospital
01.2013 - 02.2014
Bachelor of Medicine - undefined
University of Newcastle/University of New England
Fellowship -
Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
Bachelor of Biomedical Science -
James Cook University
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