Locum Rural Generalist – Port Lincoln, SA - Coastal Views & Work with Impact

At Prescript, we place doctors where they’re needed most — and where they’ll thrive.

This is one of those opportunities: a rewarding locum role in the heart of South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula, where your clinical skills will be valued, your contribution will be visible, and your downtime will be spent by the sea.

Port Lincoln Hospital is well-organised and well-supported, and you’ll be backed by a Consultant Physician and a friendly, capable clinical team. We’ll take care of all the logistics — so you can focus on delivering great care and enjoying everything this unique coastal community has to offer.

The Position

We’re seeking a GP or Rural Generalist (FACRRM or FRACGP) to support general medicine wards at Port Lincoln Hospital.

You’ll be rostered alongside another senior doctor (0800–2000, where applicable), with additional Consultant support during business hours and on-call overnight. This is a senior post with responsibility for supervising junior doctors — ideal for those with experience in hospital-based general medicine.

Please note: Physicians are not accepted for this role.

Dates Available

Ward-Based Locum (General Medicine)
• Monday 21 April – Friday 25 April 2025
• OR extend to: Monday 21 April – Sunday 27 April 2025

ED Nights
• Monday 2 June – Sunday 8 June 2025
• Monday 30 June – Sunday 6 July 2025
• Monday 14 July – Sunday 20 July 2025
• Sunday 20 July – Sunday 3 August 2025

Benefits Provided

  • Excellent rate

  • Paid weekly | Payment payment choice of via Prescript payroll (rate inclusive of super with salary packaging available) or via invoice if you have PTY Ltd business structure.

  • Travel, accommodation and car hire fully covered

  • Concierge-level support from your Prescript partner — from credentialing to flights

  • Work in a well-supported hospital with strong Consultant backing

  • Explore a destination famous for its seafood, sea lions, and untouched coastline

Where You'll Be – Port Lincoln, South Australia

Port Lincoln sits on the southern tip of the Eyre Peninsula — a laid-back coastal town known for its fresh seafood, rugged beaches, and sense of space. It’s often called Australia’s seafood capital, and for good reason: the town is home to the country’s largest commercial fishing fleet, and the local fare is exceptional.

Outside of work, you can swim with sea lions, take a seafood tour, explore the national park, or simply enjoy the ocean views from a local café.

Getting there is easy:

  • Fly direct from Adelaide to Port Lincoln – 50-minute flight, several departures daily

  • Prescript covers your return flights, airport transfers, and car hire, so your travel is smooth from start to finish

What We’re Looking For

  • Current Fellowship with FRACGP or ACRRM

  • Proven hospital-based General Medicine experience

  • Current ALS2 or equivalent (e.g., RESP)

  • Confidence supervising junior doctors

  • Sunrise EMR training is highly desirable

  • AHPRA Specialist Registration

Why This Role Is in High Demand

High-paying, coastal roles in well-supported hospitals don’t stay available for long — especially when they fall during April and July school holidays. Port Lincoln is a standout location, offering the ideal mix of professional reward and personal escape.

Your Next Step

If you’re interested in this opportunity — or curious about what else is coming up — we’d love to hear from you.

Contact Elliott Hunter – Recruitment Partner
elliott@prescript.com.au
0451 445 969


Prescript are medical recruitment specialists.

At Prescript we’re known for helping solve the regional doctor shortage in Australia.

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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