Seize the opportunity to lead medical excellence at Ipswich Hospital in QLD.

Prescript Recruitment urgently requires a Locum Director of Medical Services and a Locum Executive Director of Medical Services to assist the Medical Services Leadership Team for the next 8 – 12 weeks, with the possibility of an extension at Ipswich Hospital, QLD.

The Position

Ipswich Hospital is a major public hospital serving the region. As a part of West Moreton Hospital and Health Service, it plays a crucial role in providing healthcare services to the community. The hospital offers various medical specialities, including emergency care, general medicine, surgery, obstetrics and gynaecology, paediatrics, mental health, and rehabilitation services.

We seek EDMS and DMS who are exceptional communicators with interpersonal skills crucial for fostering positive relationships with medical staff, stakeholders, and the broader community.

Dates Available

➞ ASAP for 8-12 weeks with a possible extension (December 2023 & onwards – talk to us about your availability)

➞ The role is Monday to Friday each week, and will also participate in the EDMS on-call roster for after-hours and on some weekends

➞ Be available to assist over the Christmas/New Year period

Contact Melissa Houston, Prescript's Senior Recruitment Partner, to apply now: mel@prescript.com.au // 0414 716 132

The Benefits

★ Daily rate depends on experience. Talk to Melissa Houston to find out more. Payment method is via Prescript's payroll partner or invoice (PTY Ltd business structure with PI, PL and income protection)

★ Return flights provided (Ipswich is 40 to 50 minutes from Brisbane airport)

★ Car hire provided, or fuel reimbursed if local

★ Self-contained accommodation

★ Be part of a vibrant medical community that includes the Ipswich Hospital, the Ipswich Health Plaza, the University of Queensland School of Medicine

★ Less than an hour from Brisbane, this role is an easy commute and allows many things to do on the weekends.

★ Have fun by exploring the many attractions and activities Ipswich offers, such as Queens Park, the Llama Farm, the Workshops Rail Museum, the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail and Nerima Gardens.

Who We're Looking For

✓ Hold a FRACMA (mandatory)

✓ Specialist registration with APHRA

✓ Demonstrate ability to lead and manage in a complex and changing environment,

✓ Having experience across both acute hospital and rural hospital environments would be well considered.

✓ Have a high standard of communication skills backed with a high level of written communication skills.

✓ Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, a New Zealand citizen, or other eligible work visa

Sound Like You?

Contact Mel Houston (Prescript's Senior Recruitment Partner) to learn more about this vacancy.

There are three ways to find out more:

1. Call Mel on 0414 716 132

2. Email mel@prescript.com.au

3. 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 Mel Houston

Hi, I'm Melissa Houston; I am one of the Senior Recruitment Partners at Prescript Recruitment, working with rural generalists and emergency medicine doctors across metro and regional Australia.

My experience covers over a decade of medical recruitment, specialising in senior doctors and solving the healthcare shortage.

I am an expert in working closely with hospitals, departments, and clinics to fill their critical vacancies. My success has included roster management, executive search projects and in-depth relationship building with locum doctors.

I love to work hard whilst injecting humour and fun into my day-to-day activities. I really enjoy meeting clients and doctors; as it stands, I think I've ticked off 100 hospitals that I have visited, and that is probably only touching the surface. I believe it's integral to matching doctors’ and clients’ needs and helps me better understand doctors' new roles.

Outside of work, I love spending time with my daughter and family. I'm a water baby at heart, so you'll often find me out on our family boat - sailing the beautiful waters of the Mornington Peninsula (where I live!). 

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:

1. Call 1300 755 498

2. Email contact@prescript.com.au

3. Click 'Connect with Prescript'

We’d love to hear from you!