
Location: Groote Eylandt, Northern Territory
Dates: October 2025 – January 2026 (minimum 2–3 week blocks)
Rate: $2,000 per day + GST
Make a Bigger Impact, in a Place Like No Other
At Prescript, we partner with Rural Generalists who want to practise meaningful, community-focused medicine — in places that need their skills and value their time. This locum on Groote Eylandt offers precisely that: a supported clinical experience in a remote coastal environment, with exceptional remuneration and full logistical assistance.
You’ll be working from the Alyangula Health Clinic, servicing multiple communities across Groote Eylandt. Your scope will be broad — encompassing emergency medicine, chronic disease management, and general practice — all within a tight-knit, multidisciplinary team committed to delivering essential care in an isolated setting.
The Role
- Rural Generalist scope across primary care, ED presentations, and community health
- Work alongside Remote Area Nurses, Aboriginal Health Practitioners, and support staff
- Diverse patient base with a strong emphasis on Indigenous health
Key Dates
We are seeking availability for blocks of 2–3 weeks or more within the period:
October 2025 to January 2026
What’s Included
- $2,000 per day + GST
- Fully furnished accommodation provided on-island
- Vehicle supplied for local travel
- Credentialing and onboarding handled by Prescript
- Ongoing support before, during, and after the placement
Requirements
- Current AHPRA registration
- Fellowship with FRACGP or FACRRM (or equivalent)
- Experience in generalist practice, including ED, paediatrics, and procedural work
- Remote and/or Aboriginal health experience preferred
- NT Working With Children Clearance and National Police Check
- Eligibility for NT Health credentialing
Why Doctors Choose This Role
- Top-tier rate for remote Northern Territory locum work
- Low cost of living with accommodation and vehicle included
- Rich cultural exposure and rewarding clinical scope
- Supportive team environment with local knowledge
- Perfect timing for a mid-career break or coastal escape
Enquire Now
If you're ready to contribute where it counts — and do it with full support — contact:
Mel Houston
Senior Recruitment Partner
mel@prescript.com.au
0415 075 498
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