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Rural Generalist Locum - Port Lincoln - $2640 to $3125 Per Day

We are delighted to be working with Port Lincoln Health Service, the largest hospital in Eyre & Far North, to assist with their upcoming locums.

These rural generalist vacancies offer fantastic flexibility and excellent support within a well-equipped health service. Earn competitive remuneration ranging from $2640 to $3125 per day, dependent on the shift you undertake.

If you’re inclined towards working ED or inpatient/ward work only, at Port Lincoln you can focus solely on these specific shifts as per your expertise and interests.

The Position

During the day, there are 2x ED senior doctors, 2x Ward senior doctors, 1x junior doctor in ED, and 1x junior doctor in the ward to assist you - plus a General Medicine Physician on site and on-call 24h per day.

The night shift doctor works solo, covering both ED and inpatient cases, ensuring a challenging yet rewarding experience.

Port Lincoln Health Service encompasses a broad range of medical specialities, including ED, Obstetrics/Maternity, Surgery, General Medicine, Renal, Imaging, and Community Mental Health.

Looking ahead to 2024, they are implementing a Monday-Sunday roster within the ED and wards, offering a variety of placements and consistent opportunities for returning doctors.

As we aim to organise FIFO locums for 1-week blocks in 2024, this is your chance to secure multiple placements at competitive rates within a robust health service throughout the year.

Port Lincoln, nestled on the pristine Eyre Peninsula of South Australia, is a captivating coastal town known for its breathtaking natural beauty and vibrant maritime culture. It's often hailed as the "Seafood Capital of Australia," offering a delectable array of fresh seafood delicacies. With its stunning beaches, excellent fishing opportunities, and the allure of the Southern Ocean, Port Lincoln is ideal for water enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Whether you're seeking a peaceful getaway or an adventure-filled escape, Port Lincoln's coastal charm makes it a destination of choice for those craving the unique fusion of a relaxed seaside lifestyle and the rugged Australian wilderness.

To learn more, contact Max Drakeley (Prescript’s Senior Recruitment Partner):

0451 828 615 // max@prescript.com.au

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Dates Available

  • 13th-19th November – 0800-2000 – Inpatient ward

  • 2nd-19th December – 1945-0815 – Night shift ED & ward

  • 3rd-9th December – 0800-2000 – Inpatient ward

  • 22nd-27th December – 1945-0815 – Night shift second doctor ED (increased rates)

  • 25th December-7th January – 0800-2000 – Inpatient ward (increased rates)

  • 3rd-6th January – 0800-2000 – Inpatient ward

  • 15th-28th January – inpatient ward (2x positions 22nd – 29th Jan)

  • 20th-27th January – Night shift ED & ward

  • 5th February onwards – ED, Inpatient & Night shifts – enquire with your availability and we’ll assess their roster for suitability, 7-day blocks

The Benefits

★ $2640 to $3125 per day, dependent on the shift and period

★ External accommodation provided in this quaint coastal city

★ Return economy flights booked by the health service

★ Hire cars provided

★ Opportunities to secure 7-day FIFO blocks throughout 2024 - register your interest now

Who We’re Looking For

Specialist AHPRA Registration

Fellowship of the RACGP or ACRRM

You must be an Australian permanent resident or citizen, a New Zealand citizen, or other relevant work visa

Sound Like You?

Contact Max Drakeley (Prescript's Senior Recruitment Partner) to find out more.

There are three ways to find out more:

  1. Call Max on 0451 828 615

  2. Email max@prescript.com.au

  3. Click to ‘Connect with Prescript’

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Next Steps with Prescript

At Prescript Recruitment, we follow a transparent, friendly process:

◼️ The first stage is an informal conversation with Prescript for you to decide if you want to proceed – you will need to share your CV and we will talk about the position, the healthcare organisation, and the location. You can let us know if you want to bring your family and if you have any special requirements.

◼️ The second stage is an informal application – we will arrange a phone call or a review of your skills to establish if this is going to be a good fit.

◼️ The third stage – if you’re happy then Prescript will send you a locum confirmation to say ‘congratulations – all booked!’

◼️ The fourth stage – Prescript will help manage all the paperwork and logistics. All you have to do is look forward to starting. 


About Max Drakeley

I’m Max Drakeley - Prescript's Senior Recruitment Partner for locum and permanent Specialist Doctor positions across Australia. My genuine interest, passion, and knowledge within the hospital and healthcare industry means I am able to provide a highly tailored service to doctors and health services.

I focus on listening to and understanding the needs of everyone I work with. This allows me to place doctors in positions that perfectly suit their requirements, and provide health services with well-informed and competent doctors, so they can operate at a higher capacity and under less stress.

When not providing solutions to doctors and communities Australia-wide, I love to cook, travel, and spend time with my dog, Monty, and my partner at my home on the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria. I’m a science nerd at heart and spend my spare time as an editor and author for a cutting-edge Biology magazine for year-12 and undergraduate students.

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Meet the Prescript Recruitment Team

We work with doctors for locum, ongoing and fixed-term positions across regional Australia. Connect with Prescript here ⬇️  

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◼️RECRUITMENT 

James Hill, Nicola Speer, Max Drakeley, Mel Houston, Paul Tillman, Jason Ahmad, Jo Weaver & Ash Pinkerton. Dedicated recruitment partners focused on helping doctors throughout the recruitment process.

◼️MARKETING & VACANCIES

Grace Clueit. Rapid promotion of locum, ongoing and fixed-term vacancies - helping doctors discover jobs with ease.

◼️CREDENTIALING & LOGISTICS

Stef McLaughlin, Marcia Beere, Melissa Crane, Mike Chua & Rhea Raganas. Adhere to the highest JAS-ANZ-accredited standards of quality and credentialing. Management of paperwork and travel logistics so that doctors start on time.

◼️FINANCE & PAYMENTS

Hugo Scales. Prescript's Finance & Payments Manager ensures doctors get paid promptly and smoothly.


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.

There are three ways to contact us:

  1. Call 1300 755 498

  2. Email contact@prescript.com.au

  3. Click 'Connect with Prescript'

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