Ty Cleary says his role supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients brings a strong sense of pride and connection to community.

Mr Cleary is the Indigenous Liaison Service Coordinator at West Moreton Health in Ipswich, QLD.

The Mununjali and Undambi man said his work focuses on ensuring cultural and spiritual needs were met within the hospital system.

"An important part of my work is ensuring the Indigenous Hospital Liaison Service meets the cultural and spiritual needs of the community," he said.

Educating staff on culturally safe practices was a key part of the service.

"It's also about supporting clinicians by educating them around culturally appropriate communication and care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients," he said.

The service is growing and now reaching more areas across the hospital.

"By introducing positive changes and processes throughout Ipswich Hospital, the Indigenous Hospital Liaison Service team is reaching new services and helping more people that we haven't had the chance to previously," he said.

Mr Cleary's work was recognised on National Close the Gap Day, which raises awareness of health inequality for Indigenous people.

He notes the day was a reminder of the ongoing work needed to improve outcomes.

"Close the Gap Day addresses inconsistencies in life outcomes, health and education for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, aiming for equality across those areas," he said.

"I love being able to create strategies and implement them to help close the gap on health inequities for the Mob.

"It's something incredibly important to me and a cause close to my heart."