The Position
Looking to apply your ED skills whilst enjoying the sunny coast of WA? Prescript needs your help with urgent locum vacancies in the busy ED at Geraldton Hospital. There’s an ongoing requirement from the middle of October and locum contracts of up to six months available. Come and enjoy the best time of year to visit Coastal WA!
This position would suit non-specialists in emergency medicine able to work independently without supervision, OR General Practitioners with extensive ED training and experience.
★ 10-hour shifts – mornings, afternoons or nights
★ Well supported department, you’ll have 2 FACEMs and 4 SMOs on shift with you during the day, with FACEM on-call support overnight
★ 8-10 shifts per fortnight (or more if desired)
★ Excellent locum rate; increased for the upcoming critical period
★ Average temperature is 30 degrees and dry over the summer months
You can fly to Geraldton from Perth twice daily during the week and once per day over the weekend. Alternatively, you might choose the 4.5-hour drive, combining your locum with a road trip along the Indian Ocean Drive – immersing yourself in the abundance of scenery and uninterrupted views.
*Locums from hotspot locations are still encouraged to enquire – we can secure dates for when borders are open or can discuss paid quarantine (whilst restrictions are in place) for locums who can offer long blocks*
To learn more, click ‘Connect with Prescript’, or contact Max Drakeley (Prescript’s Recruitment Partner):
max@prescript.com.au // 0451 828 615
Dates Available
➞ 18 October 2021 - ongoing
➞ Choose blocks of two weeks or longer from this date (longer preferred for interstate locums). Or plan an extended stay with time off permitted to travel the region
➞ Please get in touch with your availability, and we’ll assess the roster for suitability
The Benefits
★ $2200 per day 18 October – 14 November 2021
★ $1900 per day (negotiable) 14 November 2021 onwards
★ Well regarded, self-contained accommodation at one of two sites (family-friendly)
★ Return economy flights
★ Hire car provided for the duration
** Doctors from hotspot locations who are able to offer 6+ weeks locum cover may be eligible for paid hotel quarantine whilst border restrictions apply**
“Explore the attractions of the wider Midwest region, including the Mullewa Wildflowers, the amazing Kalbarri Gorges and Skywalk, the Pink Lakes and the array of beaches up and down the coast.”
Who We’re Looking For
➞ PGY6+ with three years of Emergency Medicine training
OR
➞ FRACGP/FACRRM with advanced Emergency Medicine experience
✓ Doctors comfortable working around a roster, including some nights and weekend work
✓ General or Specialist AHPRA Registration
✓ Australian citizen or permanent resident, NZ citizen, or relevant work visa
✓ WA (or very low-risk state) based doctors are preferred for immediate gaps – interstate locums are encouraged to provide their availability for dates later in the year.
Sound Like You?
Contact Max Drakeley (Prescript’s Recruitment Partner) – Max is very happy to answer any questions.
Would you like to hear about other location options for locums too? Talk to Prescript for a professional overview of clinical details, practice/hospital, rates and benefits.
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 & Allison Flanigan (Hanson). 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 and Marcia Beere. 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.”