Job Title: Rural Generalist / General Practitioner (District Medical Officer)
Calling all medical mavens with an adventurous spirit! Ready to trade city life for something extraordinary?
We're on the hunt for Rural Generalists and GPs to join a healthcare team that's anything but ordinary.
We're building a talent pool for both Permanent and Fixed-Term positions (Full-Time, Part-Time, or Sessional). These roles aren't just jobs — they could be your gateway to a long-term career, with potential extensions and permanent transitions.
Why You'll Love This Role:
- Competitive Salary Packages: Your skills get the respect they deserve with attractive compensation — full-time base salary, PDL, on-call allowance, 11.5% superannuation, plus regional perks like district allowances, accommodation subsidies, and travel entitlements.
- Work-Life Balance: Imagine year-round tropical vibes and weekends swimming with whale sharks. This isn't just a job, it's a lifestyle.
- Supportive Environment: A multidisciplinary team that's got your back, complete with senior medical mentors, telehealth specialist connections, and support from the legendary Royal Flying Doctor Service.
- Professional Development: Continuous learning opportunities to keep your medical skills razor-sharp and your career trajectory exciting.
- Visa 186 permanent residency? Yes, please!
Available Roles:
- District Medical Officer – Non-Procedural: $462,140 to $578,587 per year (or $885.90 to $1109.11 per session).
- District Medical Officer – Obstetrics Procedural: $528,577 to $578,587 per year (or $1013.25 to $1109.11 per session).
- District Medical Officer – Anaesthetics Procedural: $528,577 to $578,587 per year (or $1013.25 to $1109.11 per session).
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive medical services, including emergency care, ward-based care, and GP outreach clinics.
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including Remote Area Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Allied Health staff, Aboriginal Health Workers, and others.
- Offer clinical leadership, supervision, and education within a supportive environment.
- Opportunity to engage in patient retrieval and high-level care through the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
- Focus on continuous professional development and clinical excellence.
About You:
- You are a skilled Rural Generalist or General Practitioner, ready to work in a collaborative, resourceful, and innovative environment.
- You have full registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA) and possess a relevant medical qualification.
- Experience in emergency medicine and rural settings would be an advantage, but we are also eager to hear from those passionate about learning in this unique setting.
Experience living in one of Australia's most beautiful and remote regions, where you can enjoy tropical weather, stunning coastal landscapes, and unique wildlife, all while providing healthcare services to local communities in need.
For more information please reach out to Anna at [email protected]
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