At Prescript Recruitment, we specialise in placing doctors in high-value locum, telehealth, and permanent roles across regional and remote Australia. We ensure every doctor is perfectly placed—matching you with roles that align with your skills, career goals, and lifestyle.
We are offering Emergency Department Registrars the opportunity to work at Tamworth Hospital, one of NSW’s largest rural referral hospitals. This is a high-acuity ED role with excellent FACEM support, strong team structures, and competitive rates—all in a fully arranged locum experience.
With multiple shifts available from February 2025 onwards, you have the flexibility to select a schedule that suits your availability while gaining valuable major trauma experience in a regional setting.
The Position
As an ED Registrar at Tamworth Hospital, you’ll work in a 20-bed emergency department within a 282-bed hospital, the largest healthcare facility outside of Sydney, Wollongong, and Newcastle. This is a key trauma referral center, providing exposure to high-acuity cases in a well-supported team environment.
You will work alongside:
7 staff per shift (including SRMOs & RMOs)
Specialists covering day and evening shifts (10-hour shifts)
A Specialist on-call overnight for trauma and critical cases
Shift Options:
0800 – 1830
1300 – 2300
2230 – 0830 (Night in-charge Registrar role)
This role is ideal for registrars looking to build trauma management skills while working in a busy, well-resourced, and collaborative environment.
Dates Available
We have a range of high-paying shifts available from February to April 2025:
February 2025
23/02 | 13:00 - 23:00 | $150 per hour
26/02 | 13:00 - 23:00 | $150 per hour
27/02 | 22:30 - 03/03 | 08:30 | $200 per hour
27/02 | 22:30 - 02/03 | 08:30 | $300 per hour
28/02 | 13:00 - 23:00 | $150 per hour
March 2025
02/03 | 22:30 - 05/03 | 08:30 | $160 per hour
11/03 | 22:30 - 13/03 | 08:30 | $180 per hour
13/03 | 13:00 - 23:00 | $180 per hour
13/03 | 13:00 - 23:00 | $150 per hour
13/03 | 13:00 - 14/03 | 23:00 | $150 per hour
15/03 | 22:30 - 19/03 | 08:30 | $160 per hour
16/03 | 22:30 - 21/03 | 08:30 | $160 per hour
24/03 | 13:00 - 27/03 | 23:00 | $150 per hour
26/03 | 08:00 - 18:30 | $180 per hour
26/03 | 08:00 - 27/03 | 18:30 | $150 per hour
27/03 | 08:00 - 18:30 | $150 per hour
30/03 | 22:30 - 02/04 | 08:30 | $160 per hour
31/03 | 22:30 - 02/04 | 08:30 | $180 per hour
April 2025
05/04 | 08:00 - 18:30 | $150 per hour
05/04 | 13:00 - 10/04 | 18:30 | $150 per hour
06/04 | 13:00 - 23:30 | $150 per hour
10/04 | 22:00 - 14/04 | 08:30 | $180 per hour
With flexible shift selection, you can choose blocks that fit your schedule. Contact us early to secure your preferred dates.
Benefits Provided
At Prescript Recruitment, we handle everything so you can focus on what you do best—delivering high-quality emergency care.
Competitive Locum Rates: Earn up to $1,800 per shift, with attractive hourly rates.
Full Logistics Support: Flights, accommodation, and travel costs fully covered.
Professional Development: Work in a major regional trauma hospital, gaining exposure to complex cases and strong FACEM mentorship.
Flexible Schedules: Choose shifts that suit your availability.
How to Get to Tamworth
Tamworth is a well-connected regional centre offering multiple travel options for locum doctors.
By Car:
From Sydney: 5-hour drive
From Newcastle: 4-hour drive
From Brisbane: 7-hour drive
You can claim fuel or mileage reimbursements when driving a personal vehicle.
By Air:
Direct flights to Tamworth Airport from Sydney and Brisbane
15-minute taxi ride to the hospital
With easy flight connections, Tamworth is an accessible location for locums travelling from all major cities.
Explore Tamworth
Tamworth offers a unique blend of culture, outdoor activities, and local charm, making it a great place to balance work with lifestyle.
Country Music & Heritage: Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Big Golden Guitar, and take a stroll on the Tamworth Heritage Walk.
Outdoor Adventures & Wildlife: Explore the Tamworth Marsupial Park, Botanic Gardens, and enjoy the views from Oxley Scenic Lookout.
Festivals, Food & Fun: Experience local music festivals, wineries, and top regional cafes. Visit the Australian Equine and Livestock Events Centre for unique events.
With a strong community feel and a mix of modern amenities and rural charm, Tamworth is an ideal location for a rewarding regional locum placement.
What We Require From You
To take on this high-reward locum role, you must have:
ED Registrar | PGY4+ with at least 3 years of ED experience in Australia
ALS2 certification
Your Next Steps
These high-demand locum roles fill fast—secure your shifts today.
Call: Niko Triantafyllis at 0416 958 033
Email: niko@prescript.com.au
Prescript Recruitment – Perfectly Placed for Doctors
“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.
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Email hello@prescript.com.au
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