Booking in last-minute, high-paying shifts at Leeton Hospital in the Riverina area of NSW was a reliable and popular option for our regular Rural Generalist locums. Now, however, the cat is firmly out of the bag!
Other than two ad-hoc gaps, the (entirely locum-covered) roster is now full for the rest of 2023. The good news? Exceptional daily rates, normally reserved for crisis shifts elsewhere, will continue into 2024 – and the roster is now open for the entirety of next year. Now is the time to seize your opportunity – plan ahead and secure your blocks as soon as possible – don’t wait to pick up the scraps nearer the time!
Leeton Hospital consistently receives excellent feedback from our locums; with an experienced nursing team, supportive health service managers, and modern well-maintained self-contained accommodation – it’s a very popular place to work. Evidenced by the lack of available shifts for the rest of 2023.
The Position
You will be providing sole-GP VMO services – managing presentations to the Emergency Department and Inpatient Ward during the day and on-call for Category 1 & 2 ED presentations overnight.
Working alongside excellent Senior CNS, ED, and FLECC registered nurses, plus support from the critical care advisory service and Virtual Rural Generalist Service – you will have the capacity to manage patients from this agricultural community whilst having your nights undisturbed by minor injury presentations.
For further details on the role and its requirements, contact Max or one of our repeat locums for direct feedback on the working environment.
✓ Hospital work (ED & Wards)
➞ 24-hour shifts – 0800-1800 on-site, 1800-0800 on-call for Cat 1-2 presentations only
✓ Fatigue breaks can be factored in for extended blocks or busy on-calls
✓ Major trauma is often directed to either Griffith Base Hospital (40 minutes away) or Wagga Wagga Base Hospital (1.5 hours away).
✓ Short or extended blocks considered – availability throughout 2024
✓ Perfect opportunity for full-time locums to plan their other commitments far in advance
To learn more, contact Max Drakeley (Prescript’s Senior Recruitment Partner):
0451 828 615 // max@prescript.com.au
Dates Available
Week coverage or longer would be perfect for the health service, however, shorter availability will be considered.
2023 – remaining dates:
➞ 0800 29th November – 0800 3rd December
➞ 0800 27th December – 0800 2nd January
2024 – organise your blocks far in advance:
➞ 0800 5th February – 0800 26th February
➞ 0800 2nd March onwards - VACANT
The Benefits
★ Daily rate $3,000 per day + Super – excellent remuneration without waiting for crisis rates
★ Return economy flights to Narrandera, Griffith or Wagga Wagga booked by Prescript
★ Conveniently located next to Wagga Wagga Base & Griffith Base Hospitals for referrals and major trauma
★ Easily Accessible from Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane
★ Hire car provided for the duration
★ Excellent feedback from previous locums at this popular site
★ Self-contained accommodation provided (family-friendly if you are bringing your partner/children) - Newly built 3-bedroom duplex with an enclosed small yard outside
★ VMoney (ABN payment) or payroll options available
The Riverina area is famous as one of NSW’s most important food bowls. A huge range of produce, from rice to beef cattle, is grown and raised here. For anyone who enjoys a tipple, there’s also the opportunity to taste the local wine at several boutique vineyards. Taste the seasons and the best of the region at Leeton restaurants, cafes, pubs and clubs. A wealth of history. Family fun. Public art trails. Agricultural tours. Touring routes. Fishing and boating. Whatever it is you look for in a relaxing holiday, you’ll likely find it here. Leeton attractions are many and varied. Just make sure you give yourself enough time to explore them all. - Visit Leeton
Who We’re Looking For
✓ FRACGP / FACCRM
✓ AHPRA Specialist Registration
✓ You must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, a New Zealand citizen, or relevant work visa
Sound Like You?
Contact Max Drakeley (Prescript's Senior Recruitment Partner) to find out more about this well-remunerated ongoing locum vacancy in NSW.
There are three ways to find out more:
Call Max on 0451 828 615
Email max@prescript.com.au
Click to ‘Connect with Prescript’
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.
Meet the Prescript Recruitment Team
We work with doctors for locum, ongoing and fixed-term positions across regional Australia. Connect with Prescript here ⬇️
◼️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.
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