There’s something about Broken Hill that stays with you. The endless skies, the warmth of the locals, and that rare feeling that what you do every day genuinely matters.
Dr Chris Jones, one of the GPs we recently placed with the Royal Flying Doctor Service, sent his Prescript Recruitment Partner, Mel Houston, a few photos that capture the place perfectly. With his permission, we’re sharing some below - moments of quiet in the outback, wide red horizons, and snapshots of life that remind you why regional medicine is so rewarding.
At Prescript, “Perfectly Placed for Doctors” isn’t just a tagline — it’s how we make sure every role aligns with your lifestyle, values, and sense of purpose.
Why Broken Hill works (for work)
Whether you’re after a focused locum block or thinking about something longer term, Broken Hill offers purpose, variety, and genuine support.
Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) – meaningful outreach, clinic and retrieval work, and a close-knit team culture.
Aboriginal Medical Services (AMS) – continuity of care in culturally informed, community-led settings.
Hospital and GP clinics – a chance to combine emergency, inpatient, and primary-care experience.
Rural generalist scope – every skill matters here, from women’s health and mental health to chronic-disease management.
Roster flexibility – choose short locum blocks or regular returns; we’ll help you build a schedule that fits your life.
Prescript currently has multiple GP opportunities in Broken Hill across RFDS, AMS, and local health services. When you get in touch, we’ll give you a transparent overview so you can decide what feels right for you.
Off-shift: what Broken Hill feels like
Between shifts, the outback opens up in every direction — space, stillness, and the kind of freedom that’s hard to find anywhere else.
Dr Jones’s photos show just how vivid life here can be. Wander through the Living Desert and Sculptures at sunset, walk among the sandstone art, and watch the light change over the plains. Take a drive to Silverton, the tiny town made famous by Mad Max, where rust-red roads meet big-screen history.
When the Menindee Lakes fill, pelicans flock to the water and the sunsets stretch for miles. Back in town, cafés, pubs, and bakeries serve the kind of food and coffee that feel like a reward after a long day. Add in a strong creative scene — street art, galleries, and festivals — and you’ll find a community that’s as colourful as the landscape.
It’s the kind of place where you can breathe, think, and reset — while making a real difference.
Getting there (and getting started)
Broken Hill is closer than you might think. Regular flights run from Adelaide and Sydney several times a week, and the drive itself is an adventure worth taking.
Prescript takes care of the details — credentialing, travel, accommodation, and logistics — so you can focus on what brought you here: the medicine, the people, and the view.
Ready to see it for yourself?
If Dr Jones’s photos have you wondering what your own outback chapter might look like, get in touch with Melissa Houston for a confidential chat.
mel@prescript.com.au
0415 075 498
