Are you a General Adult Psychiatrist and available to locum in Albury-Wodonga? We always receive such wonderful feedback from our Psychiatry locum doctors who work there.
★ With supportive teams, a well-regarded health service, a great location, and high daily rates, these are unsurprisingly some of our consultant’s favourite locums.
Here’s some great feedback from one of Prescript’s locum psychiatrists who recently worked in Albury & Wodonga:
“I wish I could stay. I love working here and will definitely be back later in the year!”
The Position
A locum-favourite for Psychiatrists…
★ Prescript has dates available immediately until August 2022, with a strong likelihood of extension
★ This is a great opportunity to provide inpatient or community support whilst being very well renumerated, particularly for urgent blocks
★ Inpatient or Community positions available including a rehabilitation unit
★ $2000-$3000 per day dependent on position and experience
★ Registrar/CMO support in all units
★ Shared weekend on-call (Inpatient roles) paid at the daily rate
★ Book at little as a one week locum to fit around your current schedule
Albury–Wodonga is the broad settlement incorporating two cities; one in NSW and the other in VIC, only 8kms apart and separated geographically by the Murray River. Scroll down to read about things to do and see during your time there.
Click ‘Connect with Prescript’ to learn more, or contact Max Drakeley (Prescript’s Recruitment Partner):
max@prescript.com.au // 0451 828 615
Dates Available
LOCUM PSYCHIATRIST (INPATIENT)
Albury Based (Nolan House)
16th May - 1st July – critical weeks 16th – 27th May at this stage
Monday to Friday, 0830 to 1700
On-call: one weekend in four and one weeknight per week (0830-1230 ward rounds + on-call)
$2200-$3000 per day (must have ECT capability for higher rates)
LOCUM PSYCHIATRIST (COMMUNITY)
Wodonga based
ASAP start – 3 month vacancy (can be split into blocks)
Two sessions per week at Jarrah Rehab/Recovery Centre
Monday to Friday 0830 to 1700
No on-call requirements (unless desired)
$2000 per day negotiable
LOCUM PSYCHIATRIST (COMMUNITY)
CCT team Albury Brain & Mind Centre
3-month vacancy, commencing ASAP
Monday to Friday 0830 to 1700
No on-call requirements (unless desired)
$2000 per day negotiable
The Benefits
★ Daily rate between $2000 - $3000 and payment method via ABN invoice
★ Flexible working roster – work as little as one week per block
★ Excellent working environment and support
★ Return economy flights from anywhere in Australia
★ Self-contained serviced apartments provided, or nightly accommodation budget
★ Hire-car provided for the duration
A Week In Albury-Wodonga
⇒ Take a drive along the Great Alpine Road that runs from Wangaratta to Bairnsdale in the east passing through the Victorian Alps.
⇒ There are lots of great wineries for you to explore. Be sure to stop by the Feathertop Winery for their winter truffle degustation.
⇒ Visit the beautiful and serene town of Bright, which has gorgeous boutiques to revile the laneways of Melbourne.
⇒ Try the Bright Brewery, a family-owned and operated craft brewery located in the heart of the town for good beer, wine, and burgers.
⇒ Visit Lake Hume - camping, swimming, fishing, waterskiing, or boating. Walk along the top and enjoy lush and sparkling views of the reservoir and the outline of the Alpine Region’s summits.
⇒ Enjoy canoeing or kayaking along the tranquil Murray River.
⇒ Experience the Wonga Wetlands and its fabulous lagoons and billabongs. It is home to multiple bird species and centuries-old red gums and scar trees. Winter is the best time to visit whilst it is bustling with pelicans and swans - so it’s a great time for your locum!
Who We’re Looking For
✓ FRANZCP
✓ AHPRA Specialist Registration in Psychiatry
✓ Australian citizen/permanent resident, a New Zealand citizen, or a relevant work visa
✓ ECT skills/qualifications desirable for Inpatient positions
Sound Like You?
Contact Max Drakeley (Prescript’s Recruitment Partner) to hear more about working in a psychiatrist favourite locum destination.
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
Max Drakeley, Prescript’s Recruitment Partner for locum and permanent positions across regional Australia.
“Every day I endeavour to build relationships with candidates and clients grounded in understanding, trust and honesty. This allows me to deliver a personable and bespoke service to our doctors, focussing on their individual needs and work preferences whilst providing a well informed and competent doctor to communities Australia-wide. I’m delighted to draw on my experience and apply Prescript’s comprehensive recruitment solution to help solve the regional doctor shortage.”
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, Rebecca Doyle, Nadine Onto, Max Drakeley, Mel Houston & Paul Tillman. 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, Lee Kabigting, Marcia Beere & Melissa Crane. 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.
“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.
There are three ways to contact us:
Call 1300 755 498
Email contact@prescript.com.au
Click 'Connect with Prescript'
We’d love to hear from you!
“We’re known for helping solve the regional doctor shortage, leaving doctors loving what they do and regional communities feeling like they have the best doctors in town.”