Locum GP ED / ED SMO - Stunning South Coast of Western Australia - May and June Dates

Are you a locum doctor seeking not just a job, but an experience in one of Australia's dream destinations? Prescript has an exciting opportunity for you in Esperance, WA, where stunning beaches, snorkelling, and diving adventures await. With attractive hourly rates and many scenic attractions, this working holiday promises professional fulfilment and unforgettable downtime.

The Position

  • Roles Available: Locum GP ED / ED SMO

  • Team Dynamics: Work as part of an experienced senior ED team, backed by excellent nursing, telehealth, and proceduralist support.

  • Work-Life Boundaries: Shift-only work with zero on-call duties, ensuring your adventures outside of work are truly yours to enjoy.

  • Compensation: Earn up to $285 per hour, with your expertise and shift preferences guiding the rate.

Dates Available

  • Shifts are available from 01/05/24 – 30/06/24, with expected ongoing dates.

  • A mix of morning and night shifts.

  • Individual shifts are considered for WA-based doctors; interstate candidates must commit to 1-week or longer blocks.

  • Shift times:

    • 0800-1600

    • 1000-1800

    • 1400-2200

    • 2130-0830

  • Additional availability in 2024 will be considered – reach out with your dates for assessment.

Benefits Provided

Competitive Earnings: Day and night rates ranging from $230 to $285 per hour, plus a 15% increase for public holidays.

  • ED SMO; $230ph Days and $250ph Nights

  • GP ED; $260ph Days and $285ph Nights

Travel & Accommodation: Fully arranged and provided, with choices to suit your preference, plus access to a fleet car. Esperance is a 90-minute flight from Perth.

Support Network: Emergency Telehealth Services, on-call proceduralists, and RFDS transfers.

Future Opportunities: Additional locum dates available throughout 2024.

Australia’s whitest sands, striking turquoise waters and wild landscapes make Esperance one of the most visually captivating places in the country.

This special pocket of Western Australia is a true feast for the senses...Esperance offers the uniquely charming Lucky Bay – a beach equally as popular with people as with kangaroos.
— Australia.com

What We Require From You

✓ AHPRA Registration

✓ Fellowship of RACGP or ACRRM, ED SMO, or advanced trainee with ED skills.

Your Next Steps

Ready to elevate your locum career to an unforgettable adventure in Esperance? Contact Paul Tillman, Prescript’s Senior Recruitment Partner, at paul@prescript.com.au or call 0415 075 498.


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Every day we’re focused on two clear outcomes - Helping hospitals find doctors that create departments and clinics that run better, have more capacity and less stress. And placing Doctors in jobs that leave them feeling highly valued, rewarded and, most importantly, enjoying what they do.

We believe that when we get these two crucial things right, it has a huge impact on the regional doctor shortage and the healthcare of communities across Australia.

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